Adopt a Dog or Cat Today

Abigail is available for Adoption
from Rescue K911 in Camp Hill, Alabama

Are you thinking of giving the gift of a pet for Christmas? Whether it's a little puppy for your child, a cat for your Mother, or just a watchdog for your property, instead of purchasing an animal from the pet store or a breeder, consider adopting one from a shelter. 

When you adopt a shelter dog or cat, you save money. Usually for the cost of shots and spaying or neutering, you can take home your new pet from the shelter. Breeders charge hundreds or even thousands for their animals.

When you adopt a shelter dog or cat, you save lives. In shelters, about half of all dogs taken in must be euthanized if they are not adopted. And for cats, the statistics are even worse.

Mixed breed animals often make healthier pets, but even if you prefer a purebred animal and have a specific breed in mind, you can still find that at a shelter. There are breed-specific shelters all over the country. My sister in law loves the breed bishon frise. She already had a purchased bishon who had been a loved member of the family for years. When she learned of a shelter offering rescued bishon frise dogs, she eagerly adopted two of them.

There are many health benefits to having a pet. Holding a cat in your lap is a known stress reliever. Gazing into the eyes of a loving dog has been shown to have a calming effect. Just having a companion who loves you is enough to raise spirits and lead to a happier and healthier life. 

Adopt a dog, and you will learn what it feels like to receive unconditional love.

Even if it's not a dog or a cat that you are looking for, there are shelters offering horses, donkeys, birds, and exotic animals who need to be rescued. Adopting your next pet can truly be the gift that keeps on giving.

Rescue K911 is a no-kill animal shelter in Camp Hill, Alabama. If you cannot adopt at this time, please consider sending your tax-deductible donation to Rescue K911.