Are there times in a dog owner’s life when circumstances dictate they give away a dog? Sadly, the answer to this question is yes even though the owner would prefer not doing so. One breed often found in rescue shelters is the lovable Scottish Terrier. This is often due to the fact this breed makes…
According to accusations by both the Humane Society of the United States and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the American Kennel Club is not doing their part to protect dogs and puppies in America. The American Kennel Club (AKC) was founded in 1884, with a mission to “advocate for the…
Those people who love dogs find it very difficult to turn away a stray dog their child brings home or the dog simply shows up on your doorstep. There are several things to keep in mind when making the decision for adopting a stray dog but as I have adopted a couple of strays over…
Every responsible dog owner or pet parent knows that getting a dog is a life-long commitment. From the moment you open your heart and home to a loyal dog, you’re in it for the long haul, through sickness and health, ups and downs, good and bad, through snuggles on the couch to picking up the…
The ASPCA is employing a national fleet of puppy interrogators to help put an end to puppy mills. In the video below, Brownie the Dog is interrogating his owner, Mike, for buying him treats that smell like a pet store that sells puppies. In the end, Mike learns the truth about pet store puppies and…
It is estimated that between 6 and 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year. As a result, euthanization by shelters is the leading cause of death for healthy dogs. In addition to spaying and neutering pets to keep the population of unwanted animals down, making adoption an easy option for future dog owners…
What shelter dogs need the most has absolutely nothing to do with brick and mortar. It doesn’t matter to dogs what color the paint on the wall is, what modern design a shelter has, or that you can even feed and water them without the need to open the gates. It’s not the fabric of…
The tremendous influx of stray and unwanted dogs at animal shelters has given people many choices when seeking to add a dog to their families. The question you should ask yourself is–should you purchase a puppy from a breeder or should you adopt a dog? I would recommend you visit one or two dog shelters…
So, you want to get a new dog for your family. If you’re like most people, you’ve thought about buying a pooch from a reliable pet store or a reputable breeder. But before you buy, why don’t you consider adopting a dog from a shelter instead? Although getting a new pooch from a pet store…
During the month of October, we’ll be highlighting the importance of dog adoption and rescue to commemorate National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month. And, we’re not the only ones! The ASPCA is also urging animal lovers to do their part: There are tons of ways to get involved this October, ranging from sending a single tweet to making…
Because taking a pooch into your care is a huge responsibility and a longstanding commitment, it’s crucial that you consider a few things before you finally decide to offer your home to a dog. With a practical and realistic attitude, you will know when the time is right for you to take a dog on…
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