Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month!

It’s Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month and Diamond Pet Foods encourages dog owners to adopt a new member into their family. Too many adoptable dogs are euthanized every year because of a lack of available homes. With only a small donation, you can take home a wonderful dog from your local humane society.

Because of pet overpopulation, many shelters are unable to provide long-term care for animals. So instead of purchasing a puppy from a breeder or pet store, head to the humane society and open your home to a grateful pooch. The volunteers at the organization can help you find the right dog for you and your family.

Unfortunately, some pet owners are limited to purchasing purebred dogs for allergenic reasons. However, many of these dog lovers are unaware that approximately 25% of the dogs in shelters are purebred. Other ‘mutts’ may even be mixes of hypoallergenic breeds (dogs with hair instead of fur).

If you are unable to adopt a shelter dog, you can always act as a foster. Many dogs entering the humane society are injured or ill and need a home for their recovery. So whether you plan to adopt a shelter dog of your own, or just offer your home for fostering, visit your local humane society and do your part to help.