5 Reasons You Should Adopt a Pet
Did you know that Martha Stewart has a farm with 16 peacocks? What’s more, Mike Tyson had 2 pet tigers. When a trespasser was attacked by the tigers, he realized that it was not possible to 100% domesticate these apex predators.
When you adopt a pet, you don’t need to worry about domesticating exotic animals that could devour you in your sleep. Instead, you can choose from a variety of animal friends who need a loving home, such as dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, and birds, to name a few.
If you are on the fence about whether to adopt a pet, keep on reading for your guide to the top reasons you need to adopt a new pet.
1. Find That Loyal Friend
Do you find excuses to go to your friend’s house because you get to spend time with their furry friend? Are you always available to cat sit? If you’re looking at their pet choices and getting that pang of envy, it’s time to look into adopting a pet.
If you adopt a dog or a cat, you are making a friend for life. Your new animal friend will appreciate that you rescued them, and with love and affection, they will be your most loyal friend. Remember that dogs are smart and they can read your cues, communicate and develop an emotional connection.
2. Save a Life
Around 6.3 million animals enter US animal shelters every year. Without a safe and loving home, around 920,000 animals are euthanized every year. When you adopt a cat or a dog, you are saving their lives.
That’s nothing to laugh at. If nothing else, that is enough reason to adopt a pet. Around 4.1 million animals are adopted each year. You can save these puppies and find someone to love at the same time.
3. Improve Your Health
Whether you live alone or have a family, having a pet will improve your health. From a physical point of view, you will go for walks and get exercise. You’ll be surprised when you find your next date at the dog park because pets are a great way to meet new people and socialize.
Your mental health will also improve when a loving furry animal greets you at the door after a stressful day at work. They will boost your mood and help manage your blood pressure.
4. Support a Worthy Cause
An animal shelter is an amazing cause to support. More than that, you will also be helping to put a stop to commercial breeding with animals treated inhumanely just for breeding purposes. They are kept in cages without proper nutrition and love.
5. Pay Less While Being a Superhero
You can be a superhero for your furry friend, and all the while, you can save money. When you adopt a pet, you are paying less than you would if you were to get a breeder dog.
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Now, you know why you need to adopt a pet. There’s no better feeling than coming home to a loyal friend that will never let you down.
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