The Humane Society of the United States Joins Forces with Animal Attraction to Develop On-Line Pet Community
WASHINGTON, DC (PRWEB) June 8, 2004 -
 As any dog lover will attest, having a pet at your side is an instant conversation starter. Pets create a frequent bond that can turn strangers into friends, neighborhoods into communities, and, often, acquaintances into romantic partners. ThatÂs the idea behind Animal Attraction, a newly launched web site designed to bring people together through their shared really like for pets.
The Humane Society of the United States is helping to promote Animal Attraction simply because they support 1 of the organizationÂs main goals: To strengthen the bond that people have with their pets.
“Men and women with companion animals want to be around other individuals who comprehend and appreciate the importance of having the adore and affection of a pet,” said Stephanie Shain, director of outreach for companion animals for The HSUS. “Animal Attraction provides a safe and informative way for folks with pets to meet and mingle.”
The web site officially launched on May well 18, but subscribers to The HSUS electronic newsletters had been offered a sneak peak and subscription discounts. Already Animal Attraction has Âattracted members from each and every state in the country and membership is growing each day.
“WeÂre thrilled by the strong interest that Animal Attraction is already receiving,” said the siteÂs founder, Washington-based entrepreneur Dan Cohen.
Cohen conceived of Animal Attraction after attending a Dog Happy Hour and observing how simply folks interacted in the presence of pets. Cohen sees the estimated $ 31 billion market for pet items and services and the almost $ 500 million spent on Web-based dating services in 2003 as a match created in heaven.
“Animal Attraction is considerably much more than a dating service, itÂs a meeting location for pet lovers,” said Cohen. “And by joining forces with The Humane Society of the United States we are supplying the best achievable data on pet care to large numbers of pet lovers across the U.S”. The site consists of guidelines on pet care from The HSUS, such as finding a lost pet, choosing a veterinarian or boarding kennel, moving with pets, and pet behavior.
The Humane Society of the United States is the nationÂs largest animal protection organization with a lot more than eight million members and constituents. The HSUS is a mainstream voice for animals, with active programs in companion animals and equine protection, wildlife and habitat protection, animals in research and farm animals and sustainable agriculture. The HSUS protects all animals via legislation, litigation, investigation, education, advocacy and fieldwork. The non-profit organization, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2004, is based in Washington, DC and has 10 regional offices across the country.
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