Are you considering adding a dog to your family? Whether youre looking for a puppy or an adult dog, we here at Walkies hope youll consider adopting instead of buying your new companion.
Here are just a few reasons why:
1.
There are so many animals that need furever homes.
According to the ASPCA, approximately 5 million to 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year, and approximately 3 million to 4 million are euthanized (60 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats).
These numbers are staggering.
With so many animals in need of a good home, please consider adoption and help save a life.
2.
Rescue dogs know how youve helped them!
Animals in shelters or rescue organizations have often been shuffled around a bit. You can read the note that accompanies their cage and learn their history.
Sometimes they come from a home where theyve spent several years as part of a family. And then their lives are uprooted when that family decides they can longer keep the dog. Or they were born into a shelter situation and have never known a proper home life.
Whatever the case when you adopt a rescue dog, they know that youve provided them a safe place. A warm bed in a nice home. A loving leader who will make sure they are well taken care of.
3.
You dont have to leave your couch to find the perfect pet!
A few decades ago, if you wanted to adopt a pet from an animal shelter or rescue you had to visit the shelter in person to see the dogs available for adoption. Today you dont even have to leave your sofa!
Sites like Pet finder.com and AdoptAPet.com are great online resources where you can search by breed, size, location and other demographics. All from the comfort of your home.
We hope youll consider adopting a pet when you look into adding to your family. They are sure to make a perfect addition!
Are you in the Philadelphia or South Jersey area in need of
pet care services? Contact Walkies today at 215.806.2945 or 856.314.8445.
