Category: Adopting a Dog

Why Dogs are Not Always an Ideal Holiday Gift

Each year, thousands of people celebrate the holiday season by giving gifts to their loved ones. One of the most consistently most popular gifts is dogs, particularly among families with children. But experts warn that this is not actually a good gift idea and leads to negative consequences for the dog. Here are a few… Read more »

4 Tips to Help You Choose the Right Dog

Deciding to expand your family by four paws is the start of an exciting journey. Dogs bring a wealth of love, happiness, entertainment, and comfort to a household. It’s important, however, to remember that dogs are just like people—no two are the same. Finding the right one requires patience, research, and thoughtful consideration. As you… Read more »

What You Don’t (But Should) Know About Teacup Dogs

Tiny, purse-sized pups have become increasingly popular over the past decade. Between all the celebrities that use them as fashion statements and the social media accounts dedicated to their cuteness, teacup dogs seem to be popping up everywhere! A teacup dog is a miniature version of a breed that’s already small—Pomeranians, Chihuahuas, Yorkies, Poodle mixes,… Read more »

The Truth About Puppy Mills

When you’re a dedicated dog lover, it can be difficult to understand how anyone could mistreat or neglect a puppy, dog, or any animal for that matter. The unfortunate reality though is that these problems do exist. An important step in helping to stop inhumane animal practices is to educate yourself about them. You’ve probably… Read more »

Why You Should Adopt an Older Dog

Raising a dog from its very first weeks or months is a fulfilling experience, and there’s no denying that puppies are adorable. But if you stop for a moment to consider adopting an older or senior dog, you’ll find that their companionship is just as satisfying—and they’re just as cute — as a puppy! Giving… Read more »

Adopting vs. Buying: 4 Reasons to Save a Rescue or Shelter Animal

If you’re thinking about adding a dog to your home, then you have a lot of serious decision-making ahead of you. Most importantly, figuring out if you should buy or adopt. We’ve made the decision easy on you—of course you should adopt! Here are just a few of many reasons why you should adopt a… Read more »