The Dog Blog — Breeder Dogs

How to Know If Your Dog Breeder Is a Puppy Mill

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One of the most rewarding experiences of dog ownership is to raise your companion from a small puppy. This forms an incredibly strong and loving bond as you become someone they'll love their entire lives. Puppies are wonderful for responsible adults and as gifts for children who will grow up with their beloved furry friend. However, the source of your puppy matters a great deal. Not all breeders are equal and unfortunately the low-end of the spectrum is truly despicable. Rather than loving breeders who sell the puppies of occasional litters, bad breeders known as puppy mills only breed for...

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Should You Adopt A Rescue Dog? What to Consider

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Getting a dog is an exciting opportunity to expand your family and bring new energy into your home. Whether you want a muddy buddy to accompany you on long hikes, or a pampered and pedicured pooch to sit next to you on a sofa, you will have plenty of choices. There is no shortage of dogs to choose from. Where should you go to get your dog? A shelter? A rescue organization? Or a breeder?  Shelters There is no doubt that shelters do the heaviest lifting in the animal rescue world. The ASPCA says that roughly three and a half million dogs enter...

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