Whether they
simply adopt dogs from shelters or start their own foundations to help dogs find loving homes, it's nice to see celebrities raising awareness and showing love to rescue animals.
We
support adopting dogs from shelters regardless of their breed and pedigree - in fact, mixed - breed dogs offer many advantages - but we think it's important to raise awareness of these very special dog breeds at risk.
On the other hand, people who adopt dogs from a person they know are often doing so out of caring for the person who had to give the dog up, while those who
adopt dogs from a shelter often do so, in part, with the idea that they are «saving a life.»
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However, to really get a better sense for the bigger picture, we have to look at other information to fully understand
why adopting a dog from the shelter is the right choice for many people.
American Humane established Adopt - A-Dog Month ® in October 1981 as an annual event to encourage people to save lives and enhance their own lives
by adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue group.
The specific purpose of GSRNC is the prevention of cruelty to animals by rescuing and rehoming German Shepherds, educating the public about the advantages
of adopting dogs from shelters and rescue organizations, providing proper care and training, and teaching about the need for spaying and neutering to reduce pet overpopulation.
When applying to
adopt a dog from a shelter, a woman estimated that she would spend $ 40 annually to feed and care for her new pet.
Adopting a dog from a shelter is cheaper than buying from a pet shop.
Know the dog's background If
you adopt your dog from a shelter (and I highly suggest that you do), be as sure as possible that the dog is familiar with cats and will interact safely with them.
If
you adopted your dog from a shelter, or she was mistreated in the past, then buying the best possible toy is in your best interest.