| The Top Ten Reasons to Adopt a Dog! The American Humane Society has designated October as national "Adopt-A-Dog Month". Activities take place all across the country during October thanks to generous sponsorships from Milk-Bone dog snacks, Resolve Pet Stain Carpet Cleaner and Fabric Refresher.....the following are ten reasons why to adopt a dog from a shelter (some are humorous and not to be taken too seriously) 10. You'll never have to sweep your kitchen floor again. :) 9. Dogs can help you live longer by reducing stress and adding laughter to your life. Whether you just take them for a walk, play fetch, or spend quiet time petting them, a dog in your life can make everyday a better day. 8. Dog kisses make the best alarm clocks. 7. When you return home, your dog will greet you as if you've the best thing that happened to them all day! 6. Having a dog as part of your family will help teach your children about respect for and kindness towards animals. 5. You'll always have a best friend and a sympathetic ear. Dogs are great listeners and are always there when you need them. 4. You'll never sleep alone and dogs are great for warming up beds on cold winter nights. 3. Dogs make you look smart. Take time to teach them a few tricks and you'll be able to impress your friends and family with your dog training genius. 2. Dogs are a well-spring of knowledge. They teach their owners a thing or two about loyalty, unconditional love, devotion, obedience, respect, patience and forgiveness. 1. You can be a HERO and gain a friend for life when you adopt a homeless dog into a loving family. |
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