Adopt a Shelter Pet Day

Should you adopt your dog from a shelter or rescue, or purchase a puppy from a breeder? Listed here are five reasons to consider adopting a dog.

Saves a Life

Perhaps the number one reason to rescue a dog is that you are saving a life in the process. In the United States alone, the ASPCA estimates that 670,000 dogs are euthanized in shelters each year. By adopting a dog you are directly reducing this number – and your dog will thank you!

Budget-Friendly

Purchasing an ethically bred purebred puppy is expensive ($500 - $3,000), and does not include all the expenses that go along with owning a dog, such as vaccines, spay/neuter, and microchip. Adopting a dog is much less expensive ($50 - $300), and for most rescues, this price includes vaccinations, microchipping, veterinary care, and spaying or neutering.

Supports Good Practices

Not all purebred puppies are expensive, which is typically a sign that they have been bred via unethical means, such as in a puppy mill. Even purebred dogs can be found in rescues, and adopting from a rescue organization ensures that backyard breeders and puppy mill operators are not profiting from their unethical ways.

Saves Time

In many instances, dogs that are adopted from a shelter or rescue already know basic obedience and are potty trained. Additionally, the dogs that are available for adoption from a shelter have been extensively temperament tested so that potential owners know what they are getting when bringing the new dog home. With puppies, there is no real way of knowing the adult personality, which can lead to problems later in life.

Access to Resources

Finally, shelters provide life-long access to resources when adopting a pet. Every animal shelter’s goal is to minimize the risk that a dog returns to the facility. Shelters can often provide training resources and advice, as well as financial help for dog owners that have fallen on tough times. On the other hand, breeders are typically unable to aid in such instances.

Ultimately, choosing whether to adopt or shop is a personal decision. However, there are many advantages to adopting, such as being more budget-friendly, saving time spent training, having access to more resources, and saving a life.  

Actijoy Solution

If you want to make sure that your adopted dog is doing well in a new home at your place, the Actijoy solution is ready to help. Three mutually connected devices (the Health & Activity Tracker, set of WiFi Food & Water bowls and the App) will ensure the right feeding, and monitor dog's activity level and drinking habits). Understand your dog better.