AAT programs, 94% used dogs and/or cats in their programs, 28% used rabbits, 15% used "pocket pets" (hamsters, gerbils, mice, guinea pigs), and 10% used birds (excluding poultry). About two-thirds of the programs were involved with
as reasons why many cats and dogs were adopted from humane societies and then rejected. The present study assessed whether better education (i.e., via their veterinarian) of prospective adopters increased retention of pets. 75 adults who had