The top reasons that most dogs are surrendered to shelters are ‘no time’, we are moving’ ‘allergies’& ‘new baby’ These are usually thinly veiled answers for other underlying reasons. Fear of noise: Loud or sudden noises can be a problem for some rescue dogs. Except snob value, foreign dogs are no better than Indian breeds. When you compare the cost of buying a pet, to adopting an animal, it’s much cheaper to adopt. If you have ever tried to buy a dog directly from a breeder, then you know how difficult it can be. Often, a breeder will not give an animal to just anyone who wants one.

The ARLGP opens to the public at 11am; animals are adopted on a first-come, first-served basis and require our typical adoption process. Petfinder claims to have brokered 12 million adoptions since 1995. So if you’re thinking of adopting a dog from an …

If there are thousands of pet lovers worldwide, then it follows that there are several free pet adoption agencies that offer their services to make a difference. We at Emerald City Pet Rescue at our Seattle location have had a bonded pair of siblings for over one year now. If you are considering getting a dog or puppy, it’s good to take some time to reflect on what you really want and what kind of commitment you are realistically prepared to make.

We discuss assessment of the dog adoption candidates in another article, but just remember to do it with open eyes and open mind. Donations of dog toys, linens, food and supplies will help the ARLGP provide the highest level of care to animals dependent on our shelter and services.

The pet adoption websites that are the window for established pet shelters are also able to give a large …