The Humane Society of the United States has designated February 28, 2012 as World Spay Day to help raise awareness about the benefits of spaying and neutering companion animals in the prevention of pet overpopulation. The wisdom of the old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” means that thousands of dogs and cats will be saved from homelessness or euthanasia by stopping the problem before it begins. One un-spayed cat and her descendants can produce 420,000 kittens in seven years! And there are already four million unwanted pets in shelters across the country.

So spread the word about spaying & neutering and adoption as the best option, and find out more about how you can help by visiting: the Doris Day Animal Foundation and the Humane Society.

Enjoy a look at some of Hollywood’s biggest screen legends and their four-legged friends with a tuneful reminder:

Be a buddy, spay or neuter your pet!