Adopt, Don't Shop: We Find Out Why It's Best to Support Dog Shelters

Before heading to the pet store, have a read of this article and find out our top 9 reasons for adopting today.

Erin

• Published in Animals
• January 1, 2020

It's easy to ignore the cruel reality that lies right before our eyes. How many times have you walked into a pet store to take a look at the sweet little pups, or even begged your other half to let you buy one? These cute pooches we see in the stores are bred in an intensive facility, operated under extreme conditions that don't meet the physical or psychological needs of the dogs. Some of us don't even realise that we are feeding the puppy factory supply chain, and we need to get educated! But before you do, we gathered a few of our favourite reasons behind adopting a four-legged friend instead of shopping, take a look.

1. It's a feeling like no other to know you've saved a life, approximately 1.2 million dogs end up dying each year if not rescued

2. Would you just look at that happy boy! Oh, and the pit bull looks pretty chuffed too.

3. There's a dog unique for each personality, this one's for you gramps!

4. You'll find your soul mate, your other half.

5. You'll always have someone to cuddle up to when you come home at night.

6. And don't worry, it's not that hard to break the news.

7. It feels so good to know that you're giving them the life they may have never had.

8. And it is rewarding to know that you are taking a stand against puppy mills.

9. You get to see the progress and know that it's all worth it.

How adorable was that? Let us know your experience with adoption - have you fostered a pup before? Or maybe it's been on your mind for a while, you just haven't found the right time. Let us know in the comments below, and send through your heartwarming stories!

Erin