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Become a Pet Foster Parent

Fostering a needy pet is a richly rewarding experience. It's also an emotional, often difficult experience that isn't for everyone - but for those that can do it, it's an experience that won't soon be...

10 comments    pets dogs cats
An Australian Shepherd with Persistent Pupillary Membrane, a possible side effect of poor breeding.  (Photo: ASHGI.org)76

The Dangers Hidden in a Puppy's Coloring

Many people hope that their puppy will be happy, healthy, and well-adjusted. We invest in training, get all the shots and toys, and even do some research. What we don't always realize is that a hidden health risk can be written all over our pup, and we might not even notice!

22 comments    love family pictures
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Portuguese Water Dog Are Soon to Flood Shelters

The Portuguese Water Dog were bred to help herd fish to the fishermen off the coast of Portugal. The breed is a fairly rare breed, and currently is almost never found in an animal shelter due to a 'lost dog'...

3 comments    dog rescue portuguese water dog
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Adopting Pit Bulls and Other Bully Breed Dogs

If you are looking at bringing a dog into your home, a good way about that is to adopt. You can find all sorts of dogs at your local no-kill shelter and animal control facility, and believe it or not, you can...

7 comments    dog adoption bully breed
by David Reece 85

Why Should You Adopt a Dog

If you're thinking about bringing a dog into your life, you should strongly consider dog adoption. There are so many reasons why you should adopt a dog, but I could only think of a few as to why you should buy...

22 comments    dog dog adoption rescue dogs
cats come in many colors78

10 Reasons Why Cats Are Better Pets Than Dogs

I will attempt to answer a request asking for ten reasons why cats are better than dogs. I remember always having cats around as I was growing up. .They were either dropped off at the house, or we found...

35 comments    pets dogs dog
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Adopting a Dog - Things to Think About Before the Adoption

Dogs are social creatures. They like to be with their families and included in activities and daily life. Being a responsible dog owner means teaching your dog to be a good house pet and a good canine...

23 comments    pets dogs dog
"Waiting for one good soul to take me home..."80

Top 10 Reasons A Dog Adoption is a Good Idea

1. You save money Adopting a dog from a rescue or shelter is often much less expensive than getting a new dog from the breeder or pet store. The cost can be several hundreds dollars less, in fact. In...

0 comments    home pets dogs
Be Dog Savvy profile image79

Labradoodle Rescue And Adoption Forms

You may have decided that you would like to adopt from a labradoodle rescue. However, you need to understand that there is more to the adoption process then simply contacting a rescue and informing them you...

1 comment    hybrid dog dog rescue dog adoption
 Please stop the Puppy Mills 71

Puppy Mills : Why is this still happening

After reading stories and watching the news for the past 6 months I believe it is now time for me to share my feelings on adopting an animal and puppy mills. In July 2007 we wanted to adopt another Cocker...

14 comments    health pets dogs
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