So, you’re looking to add a new member to your family and #adoptdontshop is your priority. You don’t think you want a young puppy and are looking for an older dog. You start looking at local shelters and rescues for the perfect pup. We’ve put together some things to consider, what to look for, and how to make the transition a success so that you can focus on supporting your new best friend the best way possible.
Before you go to the shelter to meet pups
1. Consider your lifestyle
Dogs end up in shelters and rescues for many reasons. Some of these reasons include families needing to relocate, owners, passing away or becoming terminally ill, dogs being dumped as strays or surrendered for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the shelter or rescue will know a lot about a dog’s background and history and other times they will not. Keep this in mind when meeting dogs. There is the perfect pup out there no matter what you are looking for. Knowing what you want will help, but be prepared to be patient if you are looking for a specific dog or breed.
To find the right dog for you, consider your lifestyle. Do you like to walk or hike or do you prefer to Netflix and Chill on the couch? If you prefer the latter a smaller breed dog might be best, like a Pug or Shih Tzu. If you are more active, you might…
