PR Newswire Broadcast Minute for Friday, Dec. 26

PR Newswire Broadcast Minute for Friday, Dec. 26

President-elect Barack Obama Named 2009 Father of the Year

In recognition for his steadfast support of strengthening fatherhood and families, The Fatherhood Educational Institute announced Barack Obama as the 2009 Father of the Year. By re-introducing the Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act, Obama exemplifies his status as a champion of fatherhood and male involvement.

FEI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote positive fatherhood involvement in poverty stricken communities.

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'Marley & Me' Raises Awareness of Shelter Adoptions

Twentieth Century Fox's Marley & Me, hit theaters on Christmas Day and recent history indicates the popularity of "Marley" will lead to an increase in Labrador retrievers being acquired. Unfortunately, many of them might soon be surrendered to shelters and breed-rescue groups nationwide as families find out this particular breed just wasn't the right fit for their lifestyle. Similar upticks in animal acquisitions happened after films such as Beethoven, 101 Dalmatians and Beverly Hills Chihuahua.

The American Humane Association and 20th Century Fox have launched a public-awareness campaign about the increased relinquishment of specific breeds of animals after they have been featured in blockbuster movies. Too many dogs are given up after reality sets in about how much responsibility or care they require.

American Humane and 20th Century Fox want people to know that when it comes to getting a pet, they should consider adopting from the millions of animals that end up in shelters each year.

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