Horace Nalle has served as principal of Oriole Animal Health, LLC, in Atlanta, Georgia, since 2012. In addition to overseeing the development of special vaccines and medicines, Horace Nalle works on issues related to feral animals and abandoned pets.
Many individuals, particularly animal lovers, may find themselves distressed to see a feral animal or abandoned pet roaming the streets. There are a few steps a person can take in order to help a dog, cat, or other animal in this situation. First, individuals should only interact with the animal if it is safe to do so.
Feral animals may demonstrate unsafe behaviors or be found in a dangerous setting, such as in close proximity to a busy thoroughfare. To ensure that the animal is friendly, individuals should allow the pet to approach them rather than invade the animal’s space.
Finally, the proper authorities should be contacted. This may involve contacting the police, if the animal seems dangerous, or a local animal shelter. A person may be able to bring the animal back to their home, but authorities should still be contacted in order to determine whether the animal is healthy or has been reported lost by its owner.
Many individuals, particularly animal lovers, may find themselves distressed to see a feral animal or abandoned pet roaming the streets. There are a few steps a person can take in order to help a dog, cat, or other animal in this situation. First, individuals should only interact with the animal if it is safe to do so.
Feral animals may demonstrate unsafe behaviors or be found in a dangerous setting, such as in close proximity to a busy thoroughfare. To ensure that the animal is friendly, individuals should allow the pet to approach them rather than invade the animal’s space.
Finally, the proper authorities should be contacted. This may involve contacting the police, if the animal seems dangerous, or a local animal shelter. A person may be able to bring the animal back to their home, but authorities should still be contacted in order to determine whether the animal is healthy or has been reported lost by its owner.