National Pet Day: Must-Follow Accounts Supporting Pet Causes
Sadly, stray animals face growing dangers every day, not only struggling to survive on the streets, but also facing abuse from humans. If this day serves as a reminder of anything, it's the imminent need to raise awareness about animal rights and the importance of supporting those working on the ground to protect them.
Here are a few powerful accounts using their platforms to advocate for pets, spread awareness, and lead rescue efforts.
Backstreet Paws
The name alone drags at your heart. Not a shelter in the traditional sense but a call for every home to become one. This account puts stray animal rescue at the very top of its priorities, answering every call for help with heart and urgency.
Clooper Studios
It's definitely more than just a pet photography studio. Dinah, the founder of Clooper Studios, has chosen to use her platform in the most meaningful way possible. While her love for dogs shines through her photography, it's her commitment to giving a voice to pets in need of a home that truly completes the picture of how to use your influence for a good cause.
Another Box of Kittens
As her bio says, 'The best pets are free!' and she truly lives by it. This account is a great example of street animal advocacy, encouraging people to rescue strays and push for real, lasting change.
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