The best pet a person can own is a dog. The pet business is a billion dollar industry today. A person can purchase most any type pet they desire within reason and of course, within the law.
Puppies purchased from a pet shop, more likely than not, come from puppy mills. Most puppy mills are deplorable places with unclean conditions and owners with little to no regard for the adult dogs or should I say, breeding stock. Pet shops that resell puppies from private individuals or local breeders can be found. You have to be careful and research before you buy a puppy from a pet shop that may be supporting a puppy mill.
Daily classified ads are great places to locate puppies from individuals or local breeders. That way you get to talk to the breeder one on one and ask pertinent questions about the overall health of the breeding pair. On some occasions you might get to see at least one and sometimes both parents of the puppy.
Animal Shelters run by the Humane Society, American Society for the Prevention and Cruelty to Animals or any sanctioned animal rescue organization are the ideal place to get yourself a terrific dog. These dogs have been de-wormed, had their vaccinations updated and had complete checkups for things like heartworms, that can show up months down the road. Their personality is also tested for any aggressive behavior that would make the dog unsafe for human interaction.
Once a person bonds with a dog, the best friend scenario is sealed. Dogs communicate with their owners. I am not say they literally talk, but my dogs let me know if and when they are hungry, thirsty, startled, suspicious, happy, sad, hot, cold, hurting or have to go outside to eliminate. That is not all they tell me, but that is saying a lot.
A dog adds so much to the quality of life for their owners. I have always had and always will have a dog in my life. The love, loyalty and companionship are unsurpassed. For myself and millions like me, a dog makes the absolute best pet.
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