Hello! Are you thinking of getting a pet? If the answer is yes, please consider adopting from an animal shelter instead of buying one from a pet store or breeder. In this post I am going to share some reasons why adoption is better, but first, let me tell you some benefits of having a pet! Pets provide companionship - For people who live alone, having a pet is like having a roommate and something to keep them company. Even if you don't live alone, pets bring so much happiness into the house and could help the whole family spend more time together. You all can watch your pet, play games, share cuddles and laugh at its antics. Cats and dogs are very affectionate. Imagine coming home after a hard day at work or school and seeing your pet running to the door to greet you? How good would that be! They make you feel safe - Parents could go out and leave their children at home knowing the dog is there with them. It's good to have a guard dog for this purpose. Some dogs in ...