Have you ever thought about adoption? Adopting is a way of giving a second chance to an animal in a situation of abandonment and contributing to reducing the number of animals in this situation. Unfortunately, it is common for people to acquire pets irresponsibly and then abandon them on the streets or in shelters when they realize they cannot properly care for them.
If you don’t feel prepared to adopt a pet, don’t do it. The decision to include an animal in our family should be a rational and conscious process. It is essential to have responsible ownership of companion animals to ensure their well-being. This means that people with animals under their care must fulfill the corresponding responsibilities, such as providing them with food and proper physical and sanitary conditions to meet their basic needs. According to an article published by the Affinity Foundation, more than 288,000 companion animals were rescued from the streets in 2022, with mixed-breed adult dogs and cats being the most affected by abandonment.
During the pandemic, the adoption of companion animals has significantly increased worldwide. Many people have found in pets a source of companionship, emotional support, and distraction during social isolation. Animal shelters have experienced an increase of approximately 30% - 40% in the adoption of dogs and cats during that period.
Why Adopt?
Some benefits of giving a home to an animal in need:
Why should you avoid buying dogs?
Buying pets from stores can contribute to animal cruelty, as some breeders priorize profit over the well-being of the animals. Irresponsible breeders may breed dogs in mass without caring for their health, and may obtain them from illegal sources, which can lead to genetic health problems. Adopting a dog from a shelter is a great way to break the cycle of animal cruelty and help a needy animal find a home. It is important to research and carefully choose where you get a pet to ensure that it comes from an ethical and responsible source.
Recommendations to promote a responsible pet ownership
Responsible adoption: If you are prepared to take care of a pet, consider adopting. There are many shelters and rescue organizations that have animals waiting for a home.
Support rescue organizations: Promote adoption. Consider donating time, resources, money or whatever you can to help shelters and rescue organizations for street animals.
Research: Before adopting, research the type of animal that fits your lifestyle and needs. Make sure you have the time, space and necessary resources to provide them with the care they deserve.
Consider opening your heart and home to an adopted pet, and experience the countless rewards that come with this compassionate decision.
Posted September 20, 2023
By Xeptiva's team
If you don’t feel prepared to adopt a pet, don’t do it. The decision to include an animal in our family should be a rational and conscious process. It is essential to have responsible ownership of companion animals to ensure their well-being. This means that people with animals under their care must fulfill the corresponding responsibilities, such as providing them with food and proper physical and sanitary conditions to meet their basic needs. According to an article published by the Affinity Foundation, more than 288,000 companion animals were rescued from the streets in 2022, with mixed-breed adult dogs and cats being the most affected by abandonment.
During the pandemic, the adoption of companion animals has significantly increased worldwide. Many people have found in pets a source of companionship, emotional support, and distraction during social isolation. Animal shelters have experienced an increase of approximately 30% - 40% in the adoption of dogs and cats during that period.
Why Adopt?
Some benefits of giving a home to an animal in need:
- Save a life: By rescuing a dog from the streets, you are giving them a better life and making a difference in the world.
- Support a worthy cause: Adopting a dog means one less animal for rescue foundations to take care of, which can help them save resources and money.
- Finding companionship: A furry friend can bring joy and happiness to your family and help you feel less alone.
- Cost-effective: Adopting is a profit action, which means it will cost you no money to adopt.
- Encourage others to adopt: You can share your adoption story with others and inspire them to consider adopting a dog too.
Why should you avoid buying dogs?
Buying pets from stores can contribute to animal cruelty, as some breeders priorize profit over the well-being of the animals. Irresponsible breeders may breed dogs in mass without caring for their health, and may obtain them from illegal sources, which can lead to genetic health problems. Adopting a dog from a shelter is a great way to break the cycle of animal cruelty and help a needy animal find a home. It is important to research and carefully choose where you get a pet to ensure that it comes from an ethical and responsible source.
Recommendations to promote a responsible pet ownership
Responsible adoption: If you are prepared to take care of a pet, consider adopting. There are many shelters and rescue organizations that have animals waiting for a home.
Support rescue organizations: Promote adoption. Consider donating time, resources, money or whatever you can to help shelters and rescue organizations for street animals.
Research: Before adopting, research the type of animal that fits your lifestyle and needs. Make sure you have the time, space and necessary resources to provide them with the care they deserve.
Consider opening your heart and home to an adopted pet, and experience the countless rewards that come with this compassionate decision.
Posted September 20, 2023
By Xeptiva's team