I ask people all the time, why spend money to buy a dog when you can adopt a needy, loving dog from your local animal shelter and it will cost virtually nothing. Purebred puppies are often plagued with health issues, caused by over breeding – problems that are often completely removed from dogs of mixed breeds.
But if your heart is set on a purebred, this can still be achieved at your local shelter. When I visited mine recently there were two spaniels, two black Labradors, one golden retriever and a …

Why do you want a dog? If it’s because you saw a cute puppy and thought pet ownership looked like a fun thing to try – do the pet a favor and buy a plant. That adorable small pup will grow and mature. Responsible pet owners know that with proper care, good nutrition and patient training the puppy will grow into a true companion. Tied up as a lawn ornament and ignored, he will have a miserable life. Abandoned by a person who loses interest, he …

From the brilliant Dr. Pia Salk, who has extensive experience fostering pets: If you can’t adopt a pet but want to get a temporary furry cuddle fix, support the work of your local rescue groups and save lives, then fostering is for you! Fostering is one of the most compassionate and rewarding actions an animal lover can take. The availability of a foster home can make a life-saving difference for a homeless animal. While many people envision rescue groups as having large facilities and a full staff, the reality is …

The Honest Kitchen, Inc, makers of all-natural human grade pet products, will donate quantities of pet food to Southern California shelters and animal rescue organizations helping to care for pets who have been displaced by the wildfires currently blazing in the region. The batch of fresh food was made using white potatoes in place of the recipes sweet potatoes so it will not be added to stores shelves. Rather than destroy the food, company representatives decided to make the food available to displaced pets.
The company will pay for …

There are overcrowded animals shelters across the country, where animals face the threat of being euthanized. But one non-profit rescue organization is flying pets to new homes. As soon as the plane touched down, it wasn’t hard to see the excitement on the other passengers faces. 23 dogs, cats and even puppies traveled over 500 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, where they were rescued from high-kill shelters.
Ted DuPuis, founder of Cloud Nine Rescue Flights, has been saving the lives of animals for the last four months.
The average flight costs about $2,000 …

Los Angeles California wildfires continue to burn out of control, threatening homes, people, and animals. “The Station fire” grew to more than 122,000 acres overnight last night, despite signs of improving weather conditions. AdoptAPet has put together this list of animal shelter and rescues that are assisting animals and people affected by the wildfires. If you hear any updates or have additions, please tell them! This list includes: Animal Acres, Baldwin Park shelter, Basset Rescue Network, Gentle Barn, Irvine ACC, Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation, Pasadena Humane Society, Villalobos. Listing alphabetically!
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Lenny—a small, black Pekingese mix dog—arrived at Murray County Shelter in Chatsworth, Ga., with matted fur and signs of neglect. He had fleas, ticks, and heartworms, and after a few days at the shelter, he was slated to be on the “kill list.” But Lenny was saved from the list when a pilot brought him to a rescue group that nursed him back to health and found him a home in Hamburg, N.Y.
“He is just perfect for our family, and is so sweet and loving,” said Sherry Phillips, who adopted …

IMHO, dogs are perhaps the most entertaining and lovable creatures around. All dogs are cute, loyal, curious and sensitive friends to mankind. Some people decide that they must have a thoroughbred dog, preferably with papers.

Those of you who want a Golden Retriever but aren’t ready to go through the trials and tribulations of a puppy, should look into adopting an older Golden. Older Golden Retrievers are mature, and prove to be great in homes where they need to spend a quality amount of time by themselves. They are a very adjustable breed, being good tempered. No matter how old the Golden may be, he will quickly become a valued member of your family in little to no time at all.

German Shepherds are not only beautiful, but they are also intelligent, loyal and easy to find in many countries of the world. Unfortunately, they are not the right breed of dog for everyone. Each year, thousands of German Shepherds (also known as Alsatians) and German Shepherd mixes are abandoned or surrendered to animal shelters. Most of these dogs wind up there through no fault of their own. Many people are not aware of the significant time and money investment needed to care for German Shepherds.