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Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Animal rescues focus only on specific breeds

Like us you’ve probably heard the saying “Adopt. Don’t shop.” and “Rescue is my favorite breed.” When you were ready to adopt your most recent pet you might even have been encouraged by friends and family to look for a local animal rescue instead of going to the pet store. Obviously we support the notion that your first choice should be animal rescues and animal shelters but we also want to dispel one of those pesky myths that has been out there for a while that Animal Rescues are breed specific. It’s not hard to imagine the origin of this […] Read more »

12Jul

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: If you want a purebred, go to a breeder

It is surprising to think that in 2018 many people still believe that the only place to find a purebred dog is by locating a breeder and buying the animal from them. Surprisingly the statistics show that upwards of 25% of dogs in animal shelters across the country are purebreds so saying that you have to go to a breeder to find a purebred animal is definitely a myth. Unfortunately, people surrender their animals for many different reasons both real and made-up. There are often lines on the weekends in some cities where people are waiting for an animal shelter […] Read more »

21Jun

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Anyone can call themselves a humane society

One of the long-standing myths in animal rescue today, and one that is still perpetuated in the general public has to do with nomenclature. Everywhere you go you’ll see the term local Humane Societies or Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and many people do not give the term a second thought as they choose a reputable animal rescue organization to work with. But the truth is that there is no magic or governance around the terms humane society or SPCA. Any organization can refer to themselves as a humane society since the term is not trademarked […] Read more »

14Jun

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Animal rescue people are crazy

We’ve heard it, and probably said it at some time before, “Rescue people are crazy.” They spend thousands of hours trying to pull animals, raise funds, transport and do home visits. Pictures are posted by the thousands (some of which are horrific) in an effort to raise awareness to the plight of these defenseless creatures. They drain their bank accounts, and retirement savings in an effort to save one more animal. Often when you talk to them they are overwhelmed, emotional, at the end of their rope and frustrated so they can come across as well…crazy. Fact: Animal rescuers are […] Read more »

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Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Animal rescues focus only on specific breeds

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: If you want a purebred, go to a breeder

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Anyone can call themselves a humane society

Rescue Myth vs. Fact: Animal rescue people are crazy