In many small towns, Petco stores continue to sell animals despite the low population and limited resources available. I'm reaching out to ask you to join me in urging Petco to stop selling animals in these areas. These towns often lack essential resources like specialized veterinary care, proper pet facilities, and adoption networks. Animals are at risk because the support systems they need simply aren’t there.

We know that in these small communities, the lack of foot traffic means fewer adoption opportunities. Animals end up staying in the stores longer, suffering from inadequate mental and physical stimulation. This prolonged environment can lead to stress and health issues for the animals, which is not fair or humane. By focusing on high-traffic urban areas for animal sales, Petco can ensure that the animals are adopted faster and with better support systems in place.

Let's acknowledge the reality that in these low-traffic areas, Petco would be better off promoting pet supplies and educational resources instead of live animals. This would contribute to better animal welfare and create a more responsible approach to pet ownership. Additionally, it would allow Petco to invest more in adoption events and partnerships with local shelters, helping animals find loving homes where they are truly wanted and cared for.

I am passionate about animal welfare and believe that every creature deserves a good life. Petco's influence and reach mean they have the power to make meaningful changes that can set a precedent for other retailers and benefit countless animals. We need Petco’s leadership to move away from live animal sales in these underserved areas.

Please sign this petition and call on Petco to end animal sales in small towns. Together, we can create a safer, more responsible world for our animal companions.