Most people assume that it is difficult to find small dogs for adoption. The truth of the matter is that shelters and rescue groups are packed with capacity, and a large percentage of those dogs are smaller breeds. Statistics show that more than 4 million adoptable dogs are euthanized each year in public animal shelters. Another surprising fact is that 25-30% of these dogs for adoption are purebred, including millions of small breeds.
Adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue group has many benefits. First, you are saving the life of a dog who would not otherwise have the opportunity to have a forever home with a loving family. Another good reason is that these dogs have typically been given at least the beginning of the necessary veterinary care. Most shelters and rescue groups also have spay or neuter policies that require the dog to be “groomed” prior to adoption or as soon as it is old enough. This helps reduce the number of homeless and homeless dogs that will eventually end up in shelters, fatally injured on the streets, or killed by disease.
Choosing a small dog to adopt is an excellent option for apartment dwellers, people with disabilities, and those who accompany the elderly. There are also small breeds and small mixed breeds that are perfect for families with children and other pets. Wondering which small dogs for adoption you should choose? There are many small breed shelters and rescue organizations that, in an effort to reduce the return of incompatible pets, will offer adoption advice that will help you find the perfect pet with the perfect family.
There are numerous ways to locate shelters and start rescue groups in your area. A quick search of the municipal pages of local phone books will take you to the public shelters in your area. You can also contact vets in your surrounding area, who are generally familiar with pet rescue associations and private shelters. This would also give you the opportunity to meet the veterinarians in your area to prepare to provide the necessary veterinary care for your new dog. There are also websites dedicated to finding shelters, breed rescue groups, and animal husbandry groups. By choosing to adopt your next pet from one of these organizations, remember, you are not only helping your new family member find their forever home, but you are also contributing to the reduction of all homeless and homeless dogs.
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