Adopt a Pet

Pet adoption can be the ideal alternative for many seeking a pet. While some people assume

that all pets up for adoption have issues, this is certainly not usually the case. Many cats and dogs are given up due to changes in finances or accommodation, death or illness of an owner, poor personality match, and owners who tire of being responsible, or just didn’t realize what was involved in owning a pet.

There are many advantages to pet adoption:

Firstly, most pets available for adoption are adults, so personality types are easier to identify. Many pets in rescues have been house trained. Many pet adoption agencies offer back up such as obedience training, and post adoption counseling to ensure a smooth transition after you bring your new pet home.

Secondly, you are saving a cat or dog from being put down. At the moment more than 4 million unwanted pets have to be put to sleep each year in the United States.

Thirdly, contrary to popular opinion, many purebred dogs and cats also end up for adoption, so if you prefer a certain breed you certainly have a chance of adoption. There are specific breed rescue agencies available, so if you have your heart set on a particular breed, they will be the best agency to deal with.

Lastly, adopting a pet will usually cost less than purchasing from a breeder or pet store. Your new friend will be vaccinated, wormed, and may even have been desexed.

How to adopt a pet.

Many pet adoption agencies will have you fill out adoption forms so they can ascertain what sort of dog or cat will best suit you, your household, and lifestyle. Many agencies may even come and inspect your home before initiating the adoption process. This removes a lot of guess work and minimizes the chances of the placement being unsuccessful. However, many agencies will take the pet back if things don’t go according to plan.

Most reputable pet adoption agencies will have you understand the reasons why most of the animals are in the shelter, so that you don’t inadvertently bring home more than you can manage.

There are many pet adoption agencies in the U.S. including the Humane Society of the United States, and Adopt a Pet.com. Most adoption agencies are affiliated with many shelters and animal rescues. Most pet adoption agencies have web sites where you can receive plenty of information, fill out the adoption forms, and take a peek at the animals needing new homes.

Here are just a few of the pet adoption agencies located in Central Florida: 

• SPCA of Central Florida 
• Cocker Spaniel/ Small Dog Rescue of Central Florida 
• Animal Shelter of Central Florida   
• Greyhound Pets of America/Central Florida Chapter  
• Central Florida Great Dane Rescue 
• Central Brevard Humane Society  
• Orlando Humane Society of Central Florida 
• Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida, Inc

As you can see by the list there are many pet adoption agencies to assist you, and ther are even adoption agencies dedicated to various pet breeds.

Pet adoption can be a win-win situation. An abandoned pet will be given a new lease on life and love with you and your family.