The first thing you think about when shopping for a pet is going to the pet store, finding a breeder, or visiting your local animal shelter. These are all great options, but I found a wonderful way to find a great pet, and you can even find a specific breed in the process.
In fact, I thought of this when I had to send a pet to a rescue due to cancer that we couldn’t afford to care for. A wonderful mastiff rescue took our dog in and has been caring for him ever since. Then I thought about it and realized that these people who are taking in these animals are also looking for them to find a good home.
The families who run the rescues embrace the animals because they have a heart and passion for animals. They really love and care for them better than an average pet store that views the animal more as a product. When I buy a pet, I know if it is a pet that has been loved and well cared for, because this will ensure that it will be a great addition to our family. Also, since they develop such strong relationships with animals, they can help you ensure that the pet you are interested in is a good fit for your family. Do you like other pets? He likes kids? What is your temperament? If you are someone who truly loves pets, put the best interest of the pet before making a quick sale.
Other reasons why buying a pet from a rescue is a wonderful choice:
• Many rescues only work with specific breeds, so if you are looking for a German Shepherd, you can find a rescue that specifically focuses on German Shepherds and will help you find the one that is best for you and your family.
• Actually, you are helping the best form of pet adoption and care out there. This is the ideal way to care for a rescued pet. They are not caged with hundreds of other animals, but in a large home, receiving great care and experiencing the love and bonding of their temporary caretakers.
• Once you adopt that pet, space opens up for another pet that needs to be rescued to be rescued. Most rescues have a limit on the number of pets they allow into the home due to the space and quality of care they can provide. So when you adopt an animal from a rescue, you are giving one animal a great home and then making room for another to be sent to this loving environment rather than a local animal shelter.
I have seen the beauty of animal rescues first hand and am a huge supporter and fan. The next time you are looking to buy a pet, I hope you will seriously consider adopting from a rescue animal, or at least adding it as an option when you and your family are going through the process of finding your next pet.