So last night I headed down to the Nashville Humane Association on Oceola Ave to start my volunteer training.

First off, if you’ve never made it down to the new building, you’re in for quite a treat.  As you walk in, you will be impressed by the open architecture, as well as the lobby’s amazing, treed cat room with plenty of window-space to peer into the eyes of your new kitty; or step back a few paces and look into the eyes of your new best friend- your pick!

What was interesting to me about the shelter was the 17% adoption rate, which basically means about 17 in 100 visitors to the center end up adopting a kitten, cat, puppy or dog. 

With the cost of each animal averaging around $350, and adoption rates between $40 & $160, I’ve decided we need to start adopting more furry friends, Nashville!  So, each week we’re going to support an animal of the week, that you should then fall in love with and provide a loving home.

What do ya say?

Btw- the cute guy up at the top is Bowe, check him out here!