Adopting a dog from your local shelter will be the best decision you ever make, trust me.
There are dogs of all sizes, ages, and energy levels waiting for a loving home. However, adults dogs – especially ones with black fur or gray muzzles – are often overlooked.
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If you are considering opening your heart and home to a dog, check out ten reasons why you should adopt an adult dog.
Save a Life
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Animal shelters are overcrowded, especially with large adult dogs. Many are at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. Adopting saves the life of the adopted dog and another dog that is taken in thanks to the open kennel.
House Trained
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Adult dogs are often already trained to walk nice on a leash and know to go outside to potty. Many shelters have staff and volunteers who work with the dogs to ensure they know basic commands and are on their way to being the best companion.
Past Teething Stage
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Anyone who has experienced the razor-sharp teeth of a puppy knows all about the teething stage, and what damage it can do to their hands, shoes, and furniture. With an adult dog, this stage is behind them.
Best Friend for Life
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No judging just love. Dogs are the best listeners after you had a hard day and will be always be by your side. They will greet you daily with a wagging tail and are always up for an adventure or a cuddle on the couch.
Improve Your Health
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Dogs are good for your health in many ways. They keep you active with daily walks and play sessions, improve your sleep as they cuddle next to you, lower risk of heart disease, and manage stress.
Scientists have proven that just petting a dog reduces stress and being around them is good for our heart and soul.
Shopping Spree
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You will have someone adorable to shop for and what better reason to buy all those cute bandanas and toys. Some rescue dogs even like going into the pet stores to pick out their own toys.
Help End Cruel Puppy Mills
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Adopting from your local shelter not only saves lives of shelter animals but also helps end cruel puppy mill puppies that are sold online and in some pet stores.
Lower Adoption Cost
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The adoption fee for adult dogs is usually lower and sometimes sponsored or waived during adoption events. If not, the adoption fee is minimal compared to the cost of a dog from a breeder and helps care for shelter pets.
Constant Entertainment
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Get ready for your cheeks to hurt from smiling and laughing. Dogs are a constant source of joy and entertainment. Their crazy antics and zoomies are sure to melt away stress and leave your worries behind.
Unconditional Love
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Dogs are the best teachers and we can learn so much from them, like how to slow down and enjoy the little things in life. Also, how to love one another unconditionally.
Dogs don’t care what you look like or what job you have. They love you just the way you are and just ask the same in return.
So, what are you waiting for?! Head to your local shelter and ask to see the adult dogs who have been waiting the longest for a home. You will be a hero and your life will never be the same- in the best way.
