Pet Fosterers Get 'Thumbs Up' From Uncle Sam

http://wamuanimalhouse.org/shows/2013-02-02/pet-fosterers-get-thumbs-uncle-sam
Pet Fosterers Get 'Thumbs Up' From Uncle Sam

Thanks to a successful legal challenge, people who volunteer to foster pets for animal rescue organizations can receive tax deductions for their efforts. Jonathan Lovvorn, chief counsel of The Humane Society of the United States, sorts out the specifics for us. The "Odd Pet Vet," Dr. Greg Mertz of The New England Wildlife Center, thinks he’s discovered the reason behind an alarming incidence of blindness among leopard geckos. He shares his findings with Sam Litzinger. Music: "Animal Dreams" by Bob James

Thanks to a successful legal challenge, people who volunteer to foster pets for animal rescue organizations can receive tax deductions for their efforts. Jonathan Lovvorn, chief counsel of The Humane Society of the United States, sorts out the specifics for us. The "Odd Pet Vet," Dr. Greg Mertz of The New England Wildlife Center, thinks he’s discovered the reason behind an alarming incidence of blindness among leopard geckos. He shares his findings with Sam Litzinger. Music: "Animal Dreams" by Bob James

Comments

Please familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct and Terms of Use before posting your comments.

stephanie lopez wrote:

It is good to have pets in house. It can help to have friendly environment. So I encourage everyone to have a pet in your home. - O2 Media

April 8, 2013 - 8:25am
The Animal House is produced by member-supported WAMU 88.5 in Washington DC.