"Members of the Stamp Advisory Committee noticed how the design invited interaction - which is a great way to get people engaged in the topic. Detaching the stamps from the backing allows you to let the animal out of the cage or kennel - and hopefully send it on route to a good home." The background sketches each animal's dream of home.

 
 

In 2010, close to 150,000 homeless pets were admitted to shelters. Thanks to the efforts of caring workers and volunteers, a good number of these animals were either returned to their owners or placed in new homes; unfortunately, far too many were not.