Letter to the editor — December 24, 2012

Dear editor,
My name is Torre DePriest and I’m a fifth-grader at Jefferson Elementary. You might be wondering why you are getting this letter. Currently we have full cages at ACARF and my goal is to get more adoptions. Ready to hear a few reasons why? Well, let’s get started.
Did you know that animals have feelings too? If they are in a cage all day, then they can get pretty lonely. So, if you came in and volunteered, then you could bond with an animal and take it home for yourself. The animals beg everyday for a new home, so we put them in the puppy or kitty play room. Every time you come into ACARF and look in there, you might just find your new furry best friend.
You know, there aren’t that many differences between animals and humans. Say you were an animal, you would want to get adopted as soon as possible. Or even if you were getting abused, you would want to go to a shelter to get adopted by an adoring, loving family. If you adopt an animal from ACARF, it will be spayed/neutered and receive its own shots. So, just come down to ACARF and get one for yourself.
Wouldn’t you want one of these astonishing, eye-opening pets? You could be their hero and their “fur”-ever home. If you’re looking for a certain breed, I’m almost 100 percent sure that you can find it at ACARF. Plus we have animals that are trained. If you want a loyal, warm companion, an animal is perfect for the job. If you are out a lot, then a guard dog can sure help. You could even save a animal’s life. If you’re an adult you could surprise your children with a beautiful furry kitten. See? There are lots of reasons why you should get a pet.
I am fully aware that you may not have enough room, or you can’t take care of it — but I have a solution. It you get an animal, your children could take care of it and show some responsibility. If you have a garage, your animal could go sleep in there. A lot of things come out of family ideas. Why don’t you talk it over with your own family?