In the persuasive essay "A Cat Is Not a Can of Soup, the author's claim is "Adopting a pet from
the Ferndale Shelter is often a wiser move than buying one."
Which statement supports the author's claim?
A. According to Toni, 25 percent of their cats and dogs are undoubtedly purebreds.
B. During my visit to the shelter, I learned that its two paid staff members and 13
volunteers spend time with every animal.
C. These shop owners may buy dogs from puppy mills, businesses that turn out puppies
as if they actually were cans of soup.
D. Also, they will not allow any pet to leave the shelter until it has had its shots and has
been neutered