I’m not going to lie to you. I had a hard time deciding what to write about for today’s Blog the Change event. For some reason, I had a case of writer’s block. Finally, I decided to share a few simple reasons to adopt a dog. When all else fails, keep it simple, right?
- If you’re going to adopt something, a dog is smaller than a highway. (You’ll still have to do cleanup duty, however.)
- You can tell people you’re part of the A Team. You know, for adoption. (I don’t think anyone says that, but let’s make it a thing. I pity the fool who doesn’t adopt!)
- It’s called animal rescue… so it follows that by rescuing a pup, you’re a hero. Who doesn’t want to be a hero?
- An adopted pup will never ask you who his or her biological parents are. No angst, no awkward adoption conversations!
- You’ll be part of an amazing group of people. Seriously. I’m constantly running to other people in my neighborhood who have rescued pups. It’s pretty cool.
- I’ll think you’re awesome. Seems like a pretty solid reason to me.
Wondering what other causes I’ve highlighted? I don’t always have writer’s block. In the past, I’ve covered a variety of topics, including dog rescue, finding the perfect volunteer opportunity, shelter photography, the evils of puppy mills, Pets of the Homeless, celebrating Petfinder, domestic violence and pets, and adoptable bunnies. Feel free to swing by and check them out.
Whatever you do, make sure to explore the other great blogs participating today…
LOL! You just thought this up in the spur of a moment? OMD you are so funny. I think I need to share this one on my FB page. Great post AJ. I pity the fool!
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Thanks Mel!
Hmmm. I do tend to gravitate towards people with rescue dogs rather than breeder or store bought.
Georgia Little Pea recently posted..Something for Rose to read on a dismal Spring day.
I seem to be encountering more people with rescue dogs these days… it always makes me smile.
And just try cuddling with that highway you adopted!
Great post!
Jackie Bouchard recently posted..Monday Mischief: No Ordinary Rabbit
LOL… excellent point!
Ha ha, they all seem like valid reason’s to me – nice work 🙂
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Love it: the A Team! Count me in 🙂
Sue at Talking Dogs recently posted..Rudy is a Libra | Dog Astrology
simple, clean and makes sense! I think this is exactly what someone should think when joining the “A” team!
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Good reasons to adopt a dog or any animal. Cats are good too. It is a whole lot nicer than adopting a highway. Much better company. Take care.
Marg recently posted..Feral Cat Day
Agreed… these all apply to cats as well. I’m a Team Meow cheerleader too. 🙂
You thinking I’m awesome is a pretty good reason to me. ;-0 Does previously rescuing a dog count? LOL
Great post A.J.!!
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I’ll allow it. 😉
These are all very good reasons. Especially number six. And who doesn’t want to be a member of the A-Team? My childhood dream has finally come true!
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Ha! I started laughing at “pity the fool…” hee heee! Thanks for the light-hearted romp through adoption land =) I agree, it is awesome to meet so many others who have rescued a dog or cat – immediate connection!
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You forgot reason #7. Dogs make great bed heaters for snuggling during long & chilly Canadian Winters 😀
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Excellent point! 🙂
Cute post, very funny! You can also add that rescuing a dog frees up 1 space for another dog in the shelter…
Good job!
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Another good one… so many good reasons. 🙂
Hahaha I love this! #5 is so true, the perks of adopting a shelter pet is joining a community of rescuers and animal lovers everywhere you go 🙂
Thank you for commenting on my blog for change! 🙂 I love your blog, I would love to follow it, but as I am rather new to wordpress and do not see a follow button am unsure how?
(sorry I’ll show who I am so you know who is talking to you)
Thank you for commenting on my blog for change! 🙂 I love your blog, I would love to follow it, but as I am rather new to wordpress and do not see a follow button am unsure how?
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Sometimes the best posts come out of a case of writer’s block. I love being part of the “A Team!”
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