Adoption is the Best Choice If you want a dog, the first place you might consider is the pet store. But choosing to visit the animal shelter and adopting a dog is a better option all around. Here are four reasons why adoption is the best choice when it comes to finding your furry friend. … Read more
Companionship From Our Canine Friends People call dogs “man’s best friend.” that nickname makes a lot of sense, too. Humans have been reveling in the company of cuddly canines for longer than many can grasp. There are many good reasons for people to keep dogs in their homes as well. The advantages of knowing these … Read more
We’re all animal lovers here, but sometimes we have to go without pets for a period of time due to life circumstances. It could be that you’ve just moved out of your childhood home and have started on your own life’s journey but don’t have the stability or living space to allow a pet. Or … Read more
Buying from a Responsible Dog Breeder When I was 14 years old, I desperately wanted a dog. I started hinting to my parents about it, and gradually those hints became joking-but-not-joking begs and bribes. It was months before I could persuade them, but they did get on board. Under one condition (that actually had innumerable … Read more
Adopting the right dog for your lifestyle is vital to a successful, long-lasting dog-human relationship. Too many dogs end up in shelters because their owners did not do their homework before picking out a pup. It is not fair to the dog nor to your family to get attached, only to discover that you’re incompatible. … Read more
Pet Adoption and Depression Pet adoption and depression or addiction recovery often go hand in hand. The many benefits to both the animal and the person are immensely apparent. Not only are you giving the rescue a new lease on life and a forever home, but the companionship they provide you offers a new sense of … Read more
7 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog If you imagine yourself sauntering through an overcrowded dog shelter to find the youngest, cutest little ball of fluff who has just barely opened his eyes, consider this: those elderly dogs with sad, questioning eyes need a loving home too! Adopting a wise, old soul into your family is … Read more
Adopting a pet is probably something that has crossed your mind in the past. Maybe it is crossing your mind right now! However, you may often find yourself pondering whether or not you are making the right decision, or if you might regret it afterward. Before you decide on what you should do, know that adopting … Read more
Ideas and Advice for First Time Dog Owners Dogs provide marvelous companionship for millions of families across the world but don’t let that fool you into thinking that having a dog is all about playing and amusement. Dogs are living, breathing creatures the same as us, so they need and deserve the same care and affection … Read more
Tips for First Time Dog Owners Preparing Your Home You wouldn’t bring a baby home from the hospital without first making sure your nursery was set up, and you had all the necessary supplies, right? Bringing home a new dog – whether it be a puppy or an older rescue – is no different. Proper … Read more