Before You Adopt
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
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Typically docile and playful with his family, the American Staffordshire terrier is also generally friendly toward strangers as ...
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As his name implies, the American Water Spaniel is a natural lover of water. Not only is he a skilled retriever and versatile ...
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This is a serious dog, devoted to his family and his duty as family protector. At the same time, he is laid back-and easygoing, ...
Read more about the Anatolian Shepherd dog breed.
Smart, hardy, independent, stubborn, tenacious, energetic and untiring, these are all traits essential to a driver of headstrong ...
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The Australian Shepherd has a great deal of stamina and is loving, bold, alert, confident, independent, smart and responsive. If ...
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One of the quieter terriers, the Aussie is nonetheless a plucky, tough character, ready to go after a rodent when the chance ...
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Some consider the Basenji to have terrier-like mannerisms because he is feisty for a hound. More often he is considered catlike ...
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The Basset Hound is among the most good-natured and easygoing of breeds. He is amiable with dogs, other pets and children, ...
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One of the most amiable hounds, the Beagle was bred as a pack hunter and needs companionship, whether human or canine. He loves ...
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The boisterous Beardie is lively and playful, full of enthusiasm and energy. He is smart and obedient, but is an independent ...
Read more about the Bearded Collie dog breed.
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
How to find the right dog for you and your family
Why adopting an older dog has many advantages
Prepare in advance to make sure your home is safe for your new pup
The pet adoption experience at different types of shelters can be vastly different, so take the time to visit the home page of your local groups to see which you might enjoy working with most.