The following animals are not covered: farm animals used for food or fiber (fur, hide, etc.) coldblooded species (amphibians and reptiles) horses not used for research purposes fish invertebrates (crustaceans, insects, etc.) or birds, rats of the genus Rattus, and mice of the genus Mus that are bred for use in research. The AWA, which became law in 1966, does not cover every type of animal used in every type of activity. If the noncompliance is not corrected, or if it is of a serious enough nature, USDA has the option to pursue appropriate regulatory compliance and enforcement actions. Conversely, when inspectors identify items that are not in compliance with the federal standards, USDA Animal Care holds those facilities responsible for properly addressing and correcting those items within a set timeframe. If a facility is meeting the federal standards, USDA knows the animals there are receiving humane care and treatment. Inspectors use the AWA standards and regulations as the baseline by which they assess a facility’s level of care provided to animals. USDA Animal Care also employs veterinarians who specialize in the care of particular animal species as well as those with a specific area of animal expertise such as research or transportation. ACIs have education in the biological sciences and/or extensive experience in the care and handling of animals. All VMOs have graduated from a veterinary medical college, and many have been private-practice veterinarians prior to joining USDA Animal Care. Inspectors are classified as veterinary medical officers (VMOs) or Animal Care inspectors (ACIs). Highly-trained USDA inspectors located throughout the United States conduct routine, unannounced inspections of all facilities licensed or registered under the AWA to assess these facilities compliance with AWA. The regulations also establish specific requirements that must be met prior to the importation of dogs for resale purposes. Facilities using regulated animals for regulated purposes must provide their animals with adequate housing, sanitation, nutrition, water and veterinary care, and they must protect their animals from extreme weather and temperatures. AWA is South Jersey’s leader in progressive companion animal care.Regulations established under the AWA set standards for the humane care and treatment for certain animals that are exhibited to the public, sold for use as pets, used in research, or transported commercially. In 2011 over 13,000 pets were served through AWA programming. Through a variety of programs including adoptions, veterinary services, pet therapy, and humane education, AWA is dedicated to eliminating animal suffering, promoting the importance of the human-animal bond, and improving the role of animals in the well being of people. The Animal Welfare Association, a private, non-profit, 501© 3 animal welfare organization, serves the people and animals of southern New Jersey. There will be prizes, entertainment, kids sections, giveaways and more! By finding home for 250 animals, this will free space to save 250 more homeless animals. More than 350 animals are available for adoption that weekend. The goal is to find homes for 250 animals or more. at the Moorestown PetSmart loncated on 1331 Nixon Drive, Moorestown. Many areas rescues and shelters all under 1 tent, Oct. It is simply adoptable at AWA’s Mega Adoption Event. Spread the word, Go to for details and to download a poster to pass round to others. Two hundred fifty (250) adopted pets equals one full month of adoptions at AWA’s adoption center in Voorhees or CCAS’s shelter in Blackwood. “If we can save 250 in this weekend that is 250 success stories, shares event participant Camden County Animal Shelter (CCAS) Executive Director, Lisa Ross. The AWA estimates that 300 to 400 pets will be available for adoption. “We are so pleased to have this many area rescue groups and shelters participating,” Dubois said. Yet, we are learning that the pets adopted from events aren’t returned more often - they stay in the homes and are loved,” shares Maya Richmond, executive director of the Animal Welfare Association. “We use to worry that someone adopting a pet from an event like this was making a poor decision. Mega Adoption Events are gaining popularity across the county as a way to save many homeless animals from euthanasia. “Hundreds of dogs and cats of all ages and breeds will be at the event looking for their ‘fur-ever’ homes.” “This is the first adoption event of this scale to happen in our area,” said adoption manager Nicole Dubois. Seventeen animal welfare rescues and shelters are joining together under a giant tent to adopt out 250 dogs and cats in two days! 6, in the parking lot of the Moorestown PetSmart. The Animal Welfare Association (AWA) is hosting our region’s first Mega Adoption event on Saturday, Oct. AWA is hosting the first Mega Adoption event
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