5 Reasons to Adopt a Dog
1. You're saving money
Of course not the most important reason, but the fact you'll save yourself some money is one reason you should adopt a dog. Many shelters microchip and vaccinate the animals in their care so you don't have to. Also breeders often charge a lot more to adopt a dog than a shelter does!
2. Saving a life
Often when you adopt a dog from a shelter, they've been rescued from a life of cruelty and neglect. When you adopt a dog you're giving them the second chance they more than deserve. Also shelters are often overrun with dogs, so if you're able to adopt one you're helping the shelter avoid overpopulation!
3. Housetrained
If you're adopting a dog rather than buying a puppy, it's possible that the dog has already been housetrained which will save you a lot of time! You can concentrate on loving them rather than having to focus on the training aspect of owning a dog!
4. Rewarding
Adopting a dog is SUCH a rewarding experience! Rehoming a dog who needs a second chance is arguably the most fulfilling thing you can do, especially if you love dogs as much as we do! The money you pay to the shelter often goes to charity too. You're also fighting the fight against 'backstreet breeding' where breeders force female dogs to become mothers multiple times for their own financial gain.
5. There are too many unwanted dogs
According to goodhousekeeping.com, there are over 600 million stray dogs across the world, so if you're able to adopt one you're doing your bit to keep the number down! Dog's Trust rehomes over 17,000 dogs a year and their important work will continue, hopefully with your help!
