Companion dog

breeders. The first reason Helene explained for the reasoning behind adopting from a breeder was the fact that she wanted a purebred dog and not a mutt or mixed breed (1). Helene explained from her blog post on September 23, 2014 that she chose her dog because “he comes from a long line of well bred, award winning, working Dobermans” (1). The idea that she can have a dog from a pure line and award winning background seems to be more important than saving a helpless animal’s life from the…

The Humane Society of the White Mountains is a non-profit 501c3 organization that has taken the lead in providing services to all of the homeless animals in our area. The Humane Society of the White Mountains was incorporated in 1970, and founded by a group of caring and dedicated individuals, who were concerned with the plight of homeless animals in our area. We are dedicated to the prevention of cruelty to animals, and finding loving forever homes for abandoned and abused animals. Our…

No wonder that cats and dogs always fight with each other, they have almost nothing in common! Anyone who has ever owned a cat or dog would completely understand that the two animals are very different. Cats and dogs are different because they come in all shapes, sizes, lengths, and heights. Both cats and dogs make terrific companions, but when deciding which animal is best, a person should consider their household accommodations, their personal time, and their financial income. First of all,…

he wasn’t too worried about the weather yet. He didn’t realize how serious the situation he was in was, his face and fingers were numb, but as the story goes on he worries more and more about his possibility of survival. The mans only companion is his dog, the dog is cold and scared just like he is. By ten, he thinks his journey is going relatively good so he decides to stop and rest. He begins to finally realize how dangerous the situation he is in really is. He decides to stop and eat, he…

According to Pet Statistics, “Each year, approximately 2.7 million animals are euthanized (1.2 million dogs and 1.4 million cats).”("Pet Statistics.") This static proves that many animals die for no apparent reason. Once people realize how sad it really is, then maybe they will take a stand. To help animals have a better life, people should try to find a faster way for animals to get adopted, know about animal deaths, and make sure that they know facts about the animal shelters so that the…

Often time it is said that our four-legged, furry companion is ones’ best friend, and it is true. Dogs possess great qualities like loyalty, honesty, selflessness and forgiveness. Besides these significant personality traits, dogs have a therapeutic healing power that can reduce stress, anxiety, depression and brighten our day. Dogs can also relieve loneliness, offer unconditional love, help us meet new people, provide companionship, add a routine to our day and improve our health by encouraging…

“Approximately 7.6 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year.” (Pet Statistics, ASPCA.org) The animals that enter the shelters are abandoned, abused or lost. With the numerous amount of animals entering shelters each year there is not enough money or space to provide these animals temporary homes. . According to ASPCA.org, “Of the dogs entering shelters, approximately 35% are adopted, 31% are euthanized and 26% of dogs who came in as strays are returned to their owner…

The animal problem in Caldwell County is euthanization. Too many cats and dogs are being killed because of animal overpopulation. Numbers have been declining since 2011, but in 2013 still 2,902 animals were euthanized. The Caldwell County Animal Shelter is a contributor to this problem. To solve the problem of innocent animals being put down, a no-kill policy should be enforced. This includes ending euthanization and preventing animal overpopulation. Stopping the euthanization in the shelter…

Animals are a vital part in the lives of many people around the world, who see them as part of the family. Some animals such as cats and dogs are lucky enough to be raised in loving homes with families who will treat them with respect and compassion, but not all animals are fortunate enough to have that. There is a growing trend of families and people who care for animals and keep them as pets, owning an animal is a big responsibility that many people partake in. Pets are a source of happiness…

once a young boy who viewed well behaved dogs as the best companions, “Shaun [Grogan’s dog as a young boy] was spirited but controlled, affectionate but calm… He was a perfect dog… It was Shaun who set the standard by which I would judge all other dogs to come” (Grogan x-xi). Grogan believed that dogs were meant to serve people and that they should never be rambunctious; he classified rather boisterous dogs as bad, and he thought he would never have a rowdy dog. When John and Jenny got Marley,…