Top Ten Reasons to Adopt a Dog

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Adopting a dog can be one of the most rewarding things that you can do for you and the dog you choose to adopt.

There are some dogs who are in unfortunate circumstances, and would greatly appreciate a great home to go to.

Here are the top ten reasons why you should adopt a dog.

Introduction

• Everyone in life deserves a second chance, so why not give a dog the opportunity to have one? When you bring your new friend home, they will be

forever grateful to you by giving you unconditional love at all times.

#10: It's Rewarding to Give a Second Chance

You will need to spend some quality time asking questions and getting as much information as possible. You also have to make sure that the

personality and history of your new dog can be a great way to ensure that your home is the last home that he or she will ever have to have.

#9: Knowing in Advance

According to the Humane Society, only 20% of dogs in U.S. homes were adopted from a shelter or rescue. Over 2 million dogs and cats are euthanized every year,

which is why supporting the cause is extremely important. Adopting a dog and giving them a home can help prevent this and help further support the cause.

#8: Supporting the Cause

The dog and cat population is growing at an insurmountable rate. Every time we adopt, we are making a dent in the “need to breed”

idea. Supply will lessen if we decrease the demand.

#7: It’s Green!

It has always been tougher to find homes for older dogs, but they come with great benefits. Older dogs are more relaxed so if you are looking for a new

companion for your home, but don’t want all of the work of taking care of a puppy, an older dog is perfect for you.

#6: You Can Opt Out of the Puppy Stage

When you give a dog a new home, you will quickly find out what the personality of your new pet is like, creating a bond that can live out for the rest of the dog’s

life.

#5: Personality Included

Adoption is an absolute necessity because every day, millions of pets are dying and everyday millions of people

are buying. You can help stop the cycle of overbreeding by adopting instead of shopping.

#4: Stopping the Cycle

Don’t make your adoption go unnoticed! When you adopt, make sure that you spread the word with family, friends and the friendly passerby that wants to say

hello and pet your dog by telling them where you got your new companion.

#3: The Domino Effect

You should always have no problem in finding the specific breed of dog that you want! You can easily locate a breed specific rescue, and surprisingly, out of the staggering

number of dogs that enter shelters every year, 25% of them are pure bread.

#2: You Can Still Find What You Want

You can help a dog in need by adopting it and providing it with a forever home, saving its life by

giving it a much needed second chance!

#1: You Truly Are Saving a Life!

These ten reasons (and potentially more!) is why you should welcome a new companion into your home.

We have plenty of pets for adoption that are looking for homes every day, so why not give one a second chance at life?

Adopt a Dog Today!