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| The Better Option Adopt a shelter or rescue dog If you think purebreds and shelters don't go together, consider this: one out of four dogs in a shelter is a special breed. Pure breed animals come to shelters for all the same reasons that mixed breeds do. The owners lose interest, or they move somewhere where they can't keep pets, or they realize that the temperament of the animal isn't right for their lifestyle. In fact, this last reason is precisely why so many pure breeds come to shelters. Almost every breed was created for a specific purpose -- hunting, herding and guarding are examples. But most people don't want the family pet herding the kids into a corner! Your so-called "mutt" is actually a much more adaptable dog for the way most people live today - as well as being healthier and closer to a real, natural dog. However, if you've done your research, and you're looking for a specific breed, consider your options. Apart from your local shelter, there are rescue groups that specialize in just about every breed imaginable. They can also help you decide if a particular breed is right for you. And when you adopt from a shelter or rescue group, you get the added bonus of knowing you are saving a life. |
| Why Adopt Rather than Buy ? There are lots of good reasons to adopt rather than buy a pet. Here are a few of them: |
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Shorty
Lady
Meet Shorty and Lady. Both
have lived on a farm but are
ready for some indoor
pampering!
Shorty is approximately 7
years old. He is a Jack
Russell/Beagle/Bassett
Hound mix. He is current on
his shots. He is not neutered.
He is a ham who loves
attention and is smart
enough to know how to get it!
He'll steal your heart and be
grateful for your love.
Lady is approximately 5
years old, full-blooded
long-haired Jack Russell.
She is current on her shots,
and is spayed. She's a little
shy, particularly with men.
She's a sweet girl and loves
to love...and she's ready to
be a "lady" of luxury.
have lived on a farm but are
ready for some indoor
pampering!
Shorty is approximately 7
years old. He is a Jack
Russell/Beagle/Bassett
Hound mix. He is current on
his shots. He is not neutered.
He is a ham who loves
attention and is smart
enough to know how to get it!
He'll steal your heart and be
grateful for your love.
Lady is approximately 5
years old, full-blooded
long-haired Jack Russell.
She is current on her shots,
and is spayed. She's a little
shy, particularly with men.
She's a sweet girl and loves
to love...and she's ready to
be a "lady" of luxury.
Please contact:
Jack
Ledford, Talmo,
Ga.
His phone number
is
706-693-4429.
Jack
Ledford, Talmo,
Ga.
His phone number
is
706-693-4429.
Dog Breed Rescue &
Adoption
The Right Breed for You
| Can't adopt, foster or volunteer for your local rescue group? Then consider being a sponsor for a foster dog at any of the rescue groups listed below: Forgotten K9s Athens Canine Rescue Helping Paws Humane Society of Jackson County Pup and Cat Co. True Love Canine Rescue |
Article below is reprinted with the permission of Best Friends Animal Society.
Please contact Mike if you are interested in adopting Candy, Charlie, at
678-783-3123 or kline50birch@yahoo.com
It's very sad, but due to the economy, the family is forced to leave their home and move in with
family that will not allow them to keep their pets. This is very hard for them as all their pets are
dear and have been rescued by this wonderful family.
678-783-3123 or kline50birch@yahoo.com
It's very sad, but due to the economy, the family is forced to leave their home and move in with
family that will not allow them to keep their pets. This is very hard for them as all their pets are
dear and have been rescued by this wonderful family.
Candy is a Chow and Lab mix female.
Spayed. Rabies shot (3 yr) last month
(Oct.) She is about seven now, and
would do best as a princess only dog
in her new family. She is a little set in
her ways. She is a very loving girl.
She would like a lady or gentle man.
Spayed. Rabies shot (3 yr) last month
(Oct.) She is about seven now, and
would do best as a princess only dog
in her new family. She is a little set in
her ways. She is a very loving girl.
She would like a lady or gentle man.
Charlie is a Boxer and Lab mix male.
Probably only 1 - 2 yrs old. Neutered.
Rabies shot (3 yr) a couple months ago.
He also has "radio locator". He's a goofy
fun loving boy! He loves belly rubs! He
loves cats, dogs, children... He's a mellow
dude eager to hang out with his family.
Probably only 1 - 2 yrs old. Neutered.
Rabies shot (3 yr) a couple months ago.
He also has "radio locator". He's a goofy
fun loving boy! He loves belly rubs! He
loves cats, dogs, children... He's a mellow
dude eager to hang out with his family.
She's a beautiful, well-manered, house trained, loving 3-4 year old female pit bull. She's not a ferocious or aggressive dog at all. I've had her at my house since Sunday and she has only barked once. She's small for a pit, but I took her to the vet yesterday and she was tested for worms and heart worms and the Vet gave her a clean bill of health. I'm in the process of getting her spayed and praying that I can find a good home for her. She's fun loving and starving for affection. She's a dark brown color and doesn't have a name yet; There are no other pets in the home. So it is unknown how she is with other dogs or cats. She is typical pit in that she adores people. For additional information and suggestions on this breed go to www.pbrc.net Please contact Nancy at: NOjeda@lockelord.com |
These pups still need
home:
A very gracious lady has taken Candy
and Charlie into her home, but they
are currently hanging out in the
basement of her home.. She takes
care of them, but she does work and
has dogs of her own so her time is
stretched thin. So these two would
love a family of their own. Their
family is working hard to get on their
feet, but are afraid it will take them a
year so. As heartbreaking as it is and
as grateful as they are for their
current rescue, they would like
to go ahead and place both in
another home of their own.
home:
A very gracious lady has taken Candy
and Charlie into her home, but they
are currently hanging out in the
basement of her home.. She takes
care of them, but she does work and
has dogs of her own so her time is
stretched thin. So these two would
love a family of their own. Their
family is working hard to get on their
feet, but are afraid it will take them a
year so. As heartbreaking as it is and
as grateful as they are for their
current rescue, they would like
to go ahead and place both in
another home of their own.
Please if you need to list an animal include:
email: lisa@artforpaws.net
email: lisa@artforpaws.net
Please note, Art for Paws allows individuals to list
their adoptables for free on our site. We are not a
shelter and cannot be responsible for taking calls or
emails on the dogs/cats listed below. That is up to
the individual. Unless noted otherwise, the animals
listed are from the NE Georgia area and some in the
Atlanta, Ga. area. Out of state listings are in fact
GA. animals. We want to serve our community by
providing this service of listing the pets only. For
additional information please review our disclaimer
at the bottom of the page.
their adoptables for free on our site. We are not a
shelter and cannot be responsible for taking calls or
emails on the dogs/cats listed below. That is up to
the individual. Unless noted otherwise, the animals
listed are from the NE Georgia area and some in the
Atlanta, Ga. area. Out of state listings are in fact
GA. animals. We want to serve our community by
providing this service of listing the pets only. For
additional information please review our disclaimer
at the bottom of the page.
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Look who wants to go home:
| About 3 months ago a young male Black Lab wearing a green John Deer collar showed up in the Beacon Hill sub divison off Wheeler Cemetery Road. Neighbors posted several signs, after a month they took them down. This has become a neighborhood dog but I don't think anyone is feeding him now. He is looking a little thinner and smells like he is scrounging for whatever he can find. He is very friendly and is just looking for someone to take him in. I have four cats and cannot take care of a large dog. He really needs to see a vet. If someone would be able to help find his people or a new home please email me at kalola321@yahoo.com Carol. |
This little guy is extremely well behaved – he has been acting just calm, quiet, and easy going (matter of fact, he is better behaved than any one of those five stinkers we call our own…). For as long as we’ve had him, he hasn’t barked once (even when directly barked and fussed at by other dogs). He hasn’t demonstrated any form of aggressive behavior – whether I gave him a bath in the tub, or lift his heavy little self up into the back of the car, or push him back onto the futon to try to take another picture… He seems a little timid for the first few seconds of encountering a new person but almost immediately wags his little tail a million times per minute and has greeted everyone thus far with kisses and a big smile. He acts just as friendly with any dogs he has encountered. He rides well in the car – sits quite content in the trunk of my car and looks out of the window. Eventually he just curls up in a corner. He also walks very well on the leash. He doesn’t know how to play with toys yet, but I’m sure he’ll be glad to learn ! For more information and learn how to adopt please contact Verena at vweissenborn@comcast.net |
HERE IN THIS HOUSE I will never know the loneliness I hear in the barks of the other dogs 'out there'. I can sleep soundly, assured that when I wake my world will not have changed. I will never know hunger, or the fear of not knowing if I'll eat. I will not shiver in the cold, or grow weary from the heat. I will feel the sun's heat, and the rain's coolness, and be allowed to smell all that can reach my nose. My fur will shine, and never be dirty or matted. Here in this house... There will be an effort to communicate with me on my level.. I will be talked to and, even if I don't understand, I can enjoy the warmth of the words. I will be given a name so that I may know who I am among many. My name will be used in joy, and I will love the sound of it. Here in this house... I will never be a substitute for anything I am not. I will never be used to improve peoples' images of themselves. I will be loved because I am who I am, not someone's idea of who I should be.. I will never suffer for someone's anger, impatience, or stupidity. I will be taught all the things I need to know to be loved by all. If I do not learn my lessons well, they will look to my teacher for blame. Here in this house... I can trust arms that hold, hands that touch... knowing that, no matter what they do, they do it for the good of me. If I am ill, I will be doctored. If scared, I will be calmed. If sad, I will be cheered. No matter what I look like, I will be considered beautiful and thought to be of value. I will never be cast out because I am too old, too ill, too unruly, or not cute enough. My life is a responsibility, and not an afterthought. I will learn that humans can almost, sometimes, be as kind and as fair as dogs. Here in this house… I will belong, I will be home. Thank you for adopting me. |
Meet Sgt. Stubby !
Sgt. Stubby is typical pit.. he loves
people ! and snuggling in the bed! yep..
he's spoiled now! He is about eight
months old, up to date on his shots and
neutered He knows how to use the
doggie door ! He loves to swim, loves
kids and kitties. He has also visited a
local nursing home and was quite the hit!
Adoption fee is $100.00. Vet
referrences and a home visit will be
required. If you would like to meet them
please call
Missy at:
770-891-1074
Sgt. Stubby is typical pit.. he loves
people ! and snuggling in the bed! yep..
he's spoiled now! He is about eight
months old, up to date on his shots and
neutered He knows how to use the
doggie door ! He loves to swim, loves
kids and kitties. He has also visited a
local nursing home and was quite the hit!
Adoption fee is $100.00. Vet
referrences and a home visit will be
required. If you would like to meet them
please call
Missy at:
770-891-1074
The real life war hero Sgt.
Stubby . Click on Sgt.
Stubby's picture to learn
more about him.
Stubby . Click on Sgt.
Stubby's picture to learn
more about him.
Sgt. Stubby
To learn more about the pit bull
breed click on the icon to the
left.
breed click on the icon to the
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