dog at shelter waiting for adoption

The decision to welcome a new pet into your home is an exciting one, and if you’re wondering whether it’s better to adopt from a shelter or buy from a breeder, you’ve come to the right place. There are many benefits of adopting a pet, and our caring team at Cherry Creek Veterinary Hospital encourages you to choose adoption for the following reasons. 

Adoption Saves at Least Two Lives

It’s no secret how overrun animal shelters can be, so when you choose to adopt a pet (or two!) from a shelter or rescue organization, you give that loving animal a second chance at life and free up space in the shelter for another animal in need of saving. 

You Can Pick a Pet That’s Already Potty-Trained!

Does the thought of housetraining a new pet sound exhausting? Then a rescue pet that already knows how to use a litter box or go outside is the perfect pet for you. 

Adoption Can Curtail Up-Front Medical Costs

Most rescue animals have received a significant amount of veterinary care prior to being adopted out, including spay/neuter surgery, required vaccines, deworming, parasite prevention, and microchipping. You can apply what you save in up-front medical treatments to your pet’s ongoing wellness care.

Your Shelter Pet Will Shower You With Unconditional Love 

Shelter pets have so much love to give, and all they want is a furever home to call their own. Once you open your heart and home to a shelter pet, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner! 

Adoption Helps Curb Cruel Breeding

Adoption helps slow the demand for services from puppy mills and other unethical breeders who raise animals in shockingly poor conditions within factory-like facilities.

You Can Find the Ideal Companion

The compassionate people who work at animal shelters know the personalities and histories of the cats and dogs in their care. They will ask questions and work with you to help you find the ideal animal companion for your needs and lifestyle.

You’ll Meet the Widest Variety of Pets in One Place

Animal shelters offer prospective pet families the chance to interact with an unparalleled variety of cats and dogs of different sizes, ages, breeds, and personalities. 

You Will Set a Life-Saving Example for Others

When your friends and family see you with your rescue pet, they may be inspired to follow suit — leading to even more animals being saved. And when you visit your local shelter, you may feel moved to volunteer at the shelter or help organize community events and fundraisers. 

The Benefits of Adopting a Pet are Many

Rescuing a pet from a shelter is a win-win-win for the animals, the community, and for you. Please contact us to schedule your new pet’s wellness visit or if you have more questions about the benefits of adopting a pet. We sincerely look forward to welcoming your furry new friend with a lifetime of quality veterinary care.