Years ago, I discovered “scary” wicked problem.  Approximately 1.5 million shelter dogs are euthanized annually in the U.S. due to shelter overpopulation and lack of adoptive homes, more than 4000/day.

I then decided to volunteer at our local Humane Society to help increase adoptions, and accepted a position as a “Greeter” when potential adopters come through the door.  Prior to my shift, I always take a quick tour of the dogs currently “waiting.”  Below is a picture from my shift there this week. This is what motivates me to continue this volunteer role several times a month, and to talk with passion to visitors coming in to see if there’s one “right for me.”