Adopt an Animal from a Shelter Not a Breeder

Adopt an Animal from a Shelter not a Breeder

1. Introduction

1. Are you wanting to adopt a lifelong pet anytime soon? Or do you ever wonder where your furry friend came from?

2. Hopefully your pet came from a shelter and not a puppy mill.

1. Body

1. Puppy Mills

1. Conditions: cramped, crude, and filthy kennels. They don’t get socialization, or veterinary care.

2. Medical conditions: oozing eyes, ear infections, malnutrition, and abscessed feet from standing on wire floors all their life. Genetic defects are rampant. Example: physical problems, personality disorders. These frustrate owners to abandon dogs.

3. Mother dog conditions: they are expected to get pregnant and give birth over and over again all their lives. Once they can’t produce anymore they are usually killed.

1. Animal shelters

1. Cost: Cheaper than at a breeder or pet store, usually shelters and rescue groups often include vaccinations, micro chipping, and neutering in the adoption fee.

2. You can find an animal that fits your personality

3. Saving a life and helping stop cruelty

1. Other Concerns

1. Some people want a purebred dog

2. One in every 4 dogs in animal shelters is purebred

3. With some research you will be able to find your perfect pet, because even mix bred dogs make the best pets.

1. Conclusion

1. If you’re looking for a new pet don’t get it from a pet store. Adopt your furry friend from a shelter or rescue group.

1. 3.7 million unwanted pets are killed in animal shelters every year. So why get a pet from a breeder when you’re supporting the overpopulation problem in America.