Shelters & Adoptions

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Pet adoption is a long-term commitment that must be considered carefully. It involves a serious examination of potential owner's commitment to pet adoption and lifestyle change, not to mention costs. 

Animal shelters have dogs awaiting adoption. Many have been relinquished, abandoned or abused, and seek a caring home. Animal shelters and pet adoption centers do their best to accommodate dog rescues, and look forward to all dog adoptions. Every time a dog is adopted, one more dog is saved from possible euthanasia. Dog rescue shelters, which include the humane society (American Humane Association), use AboutDogsOnline.com to make it easy for potential pet owners to research the type of pet that best fits their lifestyle and behavior as well as the pets that are immediately available. Check these local listings on humane societies or pet adoption centers' hours of operation, fees, contact information and photos to learn more.

Pet adoption fees and supplies vary based on age and breed of the animal. Some organizations offer a package of free pet supplies and shots for your new pet, and most humane societies and rescue shelters have dogs already spayed or neutered and their shots and licensing covered.  Some animal shelters have pets already checked by a veterinarian, while other pet adoption agencies require a minimum donation to adopt a dog or puppy. The pet adoption fees are minimal, but include spaying or neutering, shots, blood work, fecal check, veterinary examination, a free packet filled with "premium" food samples as well as a starter kit for a first vaccination, surgical sterilization, identification tag, health assurance plan, leash and collar. Learn how you can locate a best friend and be a proud pet owner by contacting these pet adoption centers.  It'll be a decision you'll never regret.
Pet adoption Center listings

Making A Difference For Pets [ top ]
Animal welfare groups and humane society groups nationwide are always in need of assistance; whether it be through volunteer work, pet fostering or donations. Volunteers are needed at animal shelters and pet rescue centers to assist in various business functions, as well as to help with the animals. Volunteers are also in dyer need to assume the responsibilities of pet fostering. In the event that an animal is placed on an euthanasia list, these volunteers buy animals time for future adoption. Donations make it possible for these nonprofit animal welfare organizations and dog rescue centers to ensure the best care for rescued pets. Helping animal welfare organizations, humane society groups and animal shelters ensures a better future for our pets and pet adoption.  

Pet Humor [ top ]

§ The other day, I was walking my dog around my building...on the ledge. Some people are afraid of heights. Not me, I'm afraid of widths. by Stephen Wright

§ I had a dog once. I spilled spot remover on him, and now he's gone. by Stephen Wright

§ I put contact lenses in my dog's eyes. They had little pictures of cats on them. Then I took one out and he ran around in circles. by Stephen Wright

§ I bought a dog the other day... I named him Stay. It's fun to call him... "Come here, Stay! Come here, Stay!" He went insane. Now he just ignores me and keeps typing. He's an East German Shepherd. by Stephen Wright

§ A dog lives in your house and sees that you give it food and water and says to itself, "Wow, these beings give me food and water without my having to do anything. They must be gods!"
A cat lives in your house and sees that you give it food and water and says to itself, "Wow, these beings give me food and water without my having to do anything. I must be a god!"

Low-Cost Spay and Neuter [ top ]
Spaying and neutering your pet is one of the most important things you can do to help prevent pet overpopulation. AboutDogsOnline.com provides you with a list of low-cost spay and neuter animal shelter facilities. Place in your zip-code and get a listing of the nearest low-cost spay and neuter locations, and detailed information, so spaying and neutering is as convenient and affordable as possible. We also give you a full description of the procedures and explain why it is important for the well-being of your pet as well as preventing pet overpopulation in your community.

If you don't spay or neuter, here's an example of how easily the cat overpopulation problem happens. First year: 12; second year: 66; third year: 382; fourth year: 2201; fifth year: 73,041; seventh year: 420,715; eighth year: 2,423,316; ninth year: 13,968,290; and tenth year: over 80 million cats. Learn more about how you can make a difference in pet rescue by contacting these humane societies and animal rescue shelters.