Thinking about getting a pet? There are millions of companion animals in shelters just waiting for a forever home like yours. Navigating the adoption process isn't as hard as you think. Millions of people have already discovered how amazing adopting a pet can be, and now you can, too. 

Between three and four million dogs and cats are euthanized each year simply because too many people give up their pets and too few people adopt from shelters. Because there is limited space at shelters, staff members sometimes need to make very hard decisions to euthanize animals who haven't been adopted. The number of euthanized animals could be reduced dramatically if more people adopted pets instead of buying them. By adopting from a private humane society or animal shelter, breed rescue group, or the local animal control agency, you'll help save the lives of two animals—the pet you adopt and a homeless animal somewhere who can be rescued because of space you helped free up.

Animal shelters and rescue groups are your best source when looking for a pet. Not only do they have a great selection of adult animals for adoption, but they also have kittens and puppies, even purebred animals. Please click the banners below to visit web site.

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If you have exhausted all the resources above and have come to the decision that the only way to find your "forever friend" is to buy from a reputable breeder then before you buy please review our Reputable Breeder Checklist.