Do you get USA Today? If so, you might have seen our half-page ad in the Life section yesterday.

The ad brings attention to National Animal Shelter (and Rescue) Appreciation Week-that’s this week-and encourages readers to say “thank you” to their local shelters. Click on the image to view a larger version.

As we enumerated on Monday, there are many ways you can help your local shelter. Read the blog to learn more.