humane

Every morning Anna walks to the small animal shelter near her house to help feed the cats and clean their beds . She has been volunteering there for two years , and the staff say her calm manner makes the animals feel comfortable . The shelter was created by neighbors who wanted a humane place where lost pets could rest until they found new homes . If more people were humane in their daily choices , fewer animals would end up on the streets . Although the work can be quiet and simple , it gives volunteers a strong sense of purpose .