Animal lover drops out of med school to save and re-home animals in dire straits

Children who care for pets develop a sense of empathy and responsibility, says pet rescuer Amanda Giese.

Children can learn about love, respect and responsibility through volunteer work at pet shelters, says Washington-based animal rescuer Amanda Giese.

“At pet shelters, children get to walk the dogs, and help with odds and ends. It teaches children about empathy and selflessness,” says Giese, during an interview in Kuala Lumpur recently.