Adopt, don't shop!
“You can’t change a dog’s past, but you can rewrite the future.” -
"Deciding to adopt a rescue pet or shelter dog is an important decision. It can be tough to take into account everything you’ll need to be prepared for (both expected and unexpected), but the rewards of adopting a four-legged friend outweigh most concerns and fears many people have concerning adoption."
10 reasons to adopt a shelter dog.