About Dog Adoption

If you want to feel like you've made a real difference as a dog owner, adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue group. There are few other ways to make such a huge difference in another creature's life.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) estimates that six to eight million dogs and cats are surrendered to shelters each year. Of those animals, about half are adopted, and half are euthanized. There are simply more dogs than there are good homes for them (one reason why spaying and neutering is so important).

Dog Adoption

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  • May 10th, 2012

    Shelters can be heartbreaking places to visit--crowded, chaotic, and full of sad, adorable faces. The more prepared you are emotionally for what you'll see at the shelter, the less likely you are to lose your heart to a dog you feel sorry for rather than to a dog who's a good match for you....

  • March 31st, 2011

    It's funny when I ponder the word "own" to describe my place in my dog's life. I can't imagine telling someone that I own a child - biological, adopted, or otherwise. And I feel that the word "own" - when it comes to describing the inclusion of a dog in my life - sounds so arrogant, because it implies...

  • March 31st, 2011

    Next to owning a dog or cat, there is nothing more enjoyable or rewarding than fostering an animal from your local shelter or rescue group. Even if you have a pet at home, you might be able to fit...

  • March 31st, 2011

    There are many things to consider when choosing a puppy, including which breed or type, and the optimal age of acquisition. Obviously, you want to choose a dog that is best suited to you and your lifestyle....

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    March 31st, 2011

    In one memorable summer for Samoyed Rescue of Minnesota, three dogs arrived, one after the other. All 18 months old, the white fluffy dogs were typical mischievous adolescents--if a little unrulier...

  • March 31st, 2011

    Dogs bring years of joy and companionship, but they are also a big responsibility. Before you bring a dog into your home, it's critical to know what to expect. Deciding which breed to get (or mix of...

  • March 31st, 2011

    Dogs and other animals can help children cope with a variety of ailments like depression, emotional disorders, and even poor immune function. Pets are also good preventive medicine for healthy children...

  • March 31st, 2011

    Major issues await President-elect Barack Obama when he moves into the White House on January 20, 2009. But right now, to his daughters Sasha and Malia at least, nothing is as important as adopting...

  • March 31st, 2011

    Dogs fall into one of two groups: mixed breeds and purebreds. Purebreds generally conform to a specific "breed standard" because their parents and other ancestors are all members of the same breed....

  • March 31st, 2011

    It is never too late to teach an old dog new tricks! If you adopt an adult or even a senior dog, you may be amazed at their ability to concentrate and learn new things. Adult dogs are often even easier...

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