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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...The Aryan MolossusOnce a Warrior, Today a Loyal Companion and a Family-Protector Should you ever decide that you need a big dog, with an imposing posture, which can look threatening and majestic at the same time, the Aryan Molossus is definitely one breed that you must take into consideration. The Armant The Egyptian Dog with a Lot of Love to Give To some of you, the Armant is better known as the “Egyptian Sheepdog” and, just as the name suggests it, it was bred to be a herding dog. However, in ancient times, it was used mostly as a guard dog. This breed is originally from Egypt and named after the town of Armant. Its loyalty and agility are the two main characteristics which make this dog special. The Atlas Terrier The Small Dog With a Massive Dose of Energy At a glimpse, the Atlas Terrier can be easily mistaken with the Jack Russell Terrier. However, there are some differences that may help you tell these two cousins apart. Before deciding to buy or adopt a dog of this breed, there are some things that you have to take into consideration. Unfortunately, this is quite a rare breed of dogs in our days. Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie It Is Impossible Not to Love Them Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie are the smallest dogs in the Anglos-Francais category. However, the name „Petite”, meaning „small”, is not at all referring to the size of the dogs, but to the game they are after. Even if they've been around since the 16th century, today, these dogs are not easy to find. So if you have decided to adopt one, you can be sure that you will have a unique pet. |
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Adopting from SheltersAdopting a dog from a shelter is a win-win situation because you gain a companion while saving a life. Many shelter dogs are wonderful, happy and healthy dogs. Most people give up dogs because of the inconsistencies in their own life, rather than any fault of the dog. Many of the dogs in shelters are high-energy adolescents, so be prepared to bring home a dog who needs immediate training and attention.There is a downside when you adopt a dog from a shelter, you know less about the dog than when you adopt from a private rescue or buy from a breeder. If the dog is a puppy, you will have no guarantee of his size or appearance as an adult. You also might not be sure of the breed or mix of breeds. There are different types of shelters: private/nonprofit, municipal, and progressive. Private/nonprofit and progressive shelters are usually small, housing fewer animals than municipal or county run shelters. They also may have better kennel facilities and employ a number of volunteers and staff members who work not only to feed and shelter the animals but also to do some training, socialization, and adoption counseling. Municipal shelters usually serve as both animal control facilities and animal shelters, taking in strays and owner turn-ins as well as trying to adopt dogs out. Unfortunately, municipal shelters usually must euthanize a greater number of the dogs in their care than do private/nonprofit shelters and may be overcrowded or understaffed. Be prepared to give information about yourself and family when adopting. While municipal shelters may only ask for basic information from you, such as your name and address, private shelters are much like breed rescue groups in their adoption process. They may ask you to fill out a lengthy application and also provide you with adoption counseling, helping to match the right dog with your family. Many shelters even have get-acquainted rooms when you can spend time with a potential pet before bringing him home. Some shelter also allow a grace period, a short period of time to keep the dog in your home before you officially adopt her to help ensure that this is a good match for all involved. There are many animal lovers that prefer to adopt from municipal shelters, feeling that they are able to make the greatest impact there. On the other hand, some people like the support and counseling that they receive through a private shelter. You should make the decision based on your comfort level. Share this article on Adopting from Shelters with friends. 
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