Animals are beloved members of our families but they also play a critical role in the ecosystems and biospheres that make life on Earth possible for humans. For WorldAnimalDay, we're celebrating some of the ways we can each contribute toward supporting our animal companions. - Support your local animal shelter. If you can't adopt or foster, you can still donate food, old blankets, or a tube of tennis balls. You can even volunteer! Make sure to call your local SPCA, Humane Society, local rescue, or sanctuary first and find out what they need. - Commit to never buying any illegal wildlife products - demand drives poaching. Consider your diet too - download SeaFoodWatch App to learn more about sustainable seafood. - Teach the people in your life – especially children – about the importance of being kind to animals. - Identify your pets. Make sure your pets have current tags and are microchipped so they can be returned home quickly if they become lost. - Contribute dog and cat food to y...