Dogs are adorable pets for your household and maybe yourself. Have you ever considered adopting a dog? Shelter dogs are still dogs with just a little rough background. But, as you walk into the shelter you could find your corky, one of a kind best friend. In the morning, you could wake up to a furry cute pet who just licks you. Throughout your day, it would never be boring since dogs a bundles of joy who always have energy; at night you have your furry friend there to cuddle with at bedtime. Adopting a dog is just the same as buying a dog, here is 5 reasons why adopting a dog might be for you!
1. Save Money getting your new pup!All new dogs require training, such as: walking on a leash, housebreaking, tricks, and limiting behavior issues. The money attached to a new dog can also add up; adopting a dog from the shelter is a lot cheaper. When going to the shelter and almost all of the dogs are neutered and spayed. A neutered/spayed dog is when all of the sexual part of the dog are removed so they are no longer able to have puppies. New puppies also need vaccinations which is 3 shots all for 20 dollars. Money adds up after a while. By adopting a new dog, they already come with their vaccinations and food and maybe even a dog bowl. Depending on the dog you get, you may also save money on microchipping, training, and household breaking. Some shelters use rescue groups to determine the dog's personality to make sure you pick the right pet for you.
2. Saving the sad puppy eyes you see on television. Adoption can save a dog's life! Puppy mills are an establishment that breeds puppies for sale, typically on an intensive basis and puts profits above dogs care and in conditions regarded as inhumane. Dogs are treated with no affection, exercise, or any type of care. Dogs get euthanized instead of going to the puppy mills. By adopting a dog, you are also making a choice not to support puppy mills. According to the article Adopting Instead of Buying a Pet, each year, about 2.7 million adoptable dogs are euthanized in the United States. This happens to many pets coming into shelters and not many people consider adoption when looking for a pet. The number of euthanized animals could be reduced if more people adopted pets instead of buying them.
3. Choosing the right dog! Adopting a dog gives you the chance to choose the age and type of dog you want. According to bestfriends.org, most shelters do not have pure breeds, meaning they have mixed breeds. Buying a mixed breed is cheaper than a purebred. Vet bills cost less and most mixed dogs live longer, which is always a plus! When adopting a dog, you have a choice of age. Even though a new puppy may sound cute, an older dog might be a good fit for you. Older dogs are house-trained skills unlike a puppy who needs to be taught. Although new dogs are cute, some owners may need need extra help. "Which if you adopt, when you choose your dog a support system is provided. Rescue groups often provide support for new owners because keeping pets in good homes is in the best interest of these groups." ("Should I Adopt or Buy a Pet?"). So, if you are worried about health issues, want advice on what kind of dog food to buy, or have other newbie questions, the shelter staff will probably have opinions and advice to share. The groups were done by the shelter to insure the dogs are treated right in their new homes with no issue. This luxury service helps new owners get through the hardest part of getting a new dog.
