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Introduction
If you’re looking for a new pet, consider adoption first! There are millions of dogs and cats in shelters that need to find new homes. If you’ve been thinking about getting a dog or cat but have been waiting for the perfect opportunity, this is it! Not only does adopting allow you to save a life, it also gives you a chance to be part of the solution by helping an animal who has been neglected or abused by their previous owner find happiness in their next home with their forever family.
Love dogs? Visit your local animal shelter and see who needs a forever home.
If you’re interested in meeting some dogs that are in need of a new home, visit your local animal shelter and see who needs a forever home. Many shelters have adoption events where you can meet lots of dogs at once. If you don’t know where to go, look up your local shelter’s website to find out what animals are available!
In addition to adopting from a shelter, there are other ways for dog lovers to help out their four-legged friends:
Love cats? Check out your local cat cafe. Many of them are partnered with animal shelters.
If you love cats, but can’t bring one home for whatever reason (maybe your landlord won’t let dogs, or maybe it’s just not the right time in your life), then check out your local cat cafe. Many of them are partnered with animal shelters to help promote adoptions.
When you visit a cat cafe, there are usually cats available for adoption that live in their care. If you fall in love with one and want to take her home, all you have to do is fill out an application at the shelter and go through their normal adoption process. The adoption fee is waived because they’ve already been vetted and will be going through medical checks before being put up for sale; they’re guaranteed healthy and happy!
In addition to dogs and cats, many shelters also allow you to adopt rabbits and more exotic pets.
- Rabbits
- Ferrets
- Hedgehogs
- Birds
- Reptiles and Fish
Loved ones can help you care for pets! It’s a good chance to bond while helping a pet in need.
Adoption is a great way to bond with your pet! You can help them find a forever home, give them medical care, and even teach them how to be the best kitty or doggy they can be. And if you already have pets at home, it’s an opportunity for everyone in the family (including the furry ones) to come together and make new friends.
Many people will be happy to help you take care of your pet – especially if they get some time to cuddle too!
If you’ve got a cat or dog, it’s likely that your furry friend will need some attention. Of course, one of the best ways to ensure that your pet has the best life possible is by getting involved with their care! If you don’t have time to take care of your pet yourself (or even if you do), there are many other options available.
You could ask family members or friends for help taking care of your cat/dog while they’re not around. They might be more than happy to help out! Or maybe they’d want to take over responsibilities like feeding and walking their fur-baby every day so that alls’ well in the world.
Another option is hiring someone else who does this sort of thing for a living: like a dog walker or sitter. They can give attention when needed but also provide exercise and stimulation when appropriate as well as provide food/water at regular intervals throughout each day so alls’ well in paradise once again! Finally, some people may find comfort in hiring a pet therapist—someone who provides therapy specifically geared toward helping humans deal with anxiety related issues associated with caring for an animal companion
Adoption is the loving option. Buying animals from breeders takes money away from resources that could help needy animals find homes.
Adoption is the loving option. Buying animals from breeders takes money away from resources that could help needy animals find homes.
If you’re considering adding a new pet to your family, consider adopting one instead of buying a kitten or puppy from a breeder. Animal shelters are bursting at the seams with loving dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes — so many pets are euthanized every day because there aren’t enough people who want to adopt them!
National Adoption Day is an opportunity for shelters across the country to promote universal spay/neuter programs as well as adoption options for all types of pets — not just cats and dogs but also rabbits, birds and other domestic creatures!
If you’re ready for a new companion, consider adoption first!
As you consider your options, ask yourself these questions:
- Do I want to adopt a cat or dog?
- Are there any specific breeds or types of animals that I am drawn to?
- How big is my family and where do we live? (For example, if you live in an apartment, it might be best to get a smaller breed.)
If the answer to all three questions is yes, then adoption may be for you! Adoption is the loving option for cats and dogs who need forever homes and would love nothing more than to be part of your family.
Conclusion
So if you’re ready for a new companion, consider adoption first! It’s the loving option and it’s a great way to give back to your community. If you’re not sure where to start, reach out to your local animal shelter or cat cafe. They’ll be happy help you find an animal that will love you back just as much as they deserve.