Persuasive Essay On Animal Shelter

When you adopt an animal from a rescue organization, you are actually saving two lives: the animal you adopt and the one taking his place. Adopting an animal from a shelter could save him from euthanasia and frees up shelter space for more animals. According to the ASPCA, roughly 1.5 million animals in shelters are euthanized every year because of lack of space. This is because some people are still buying their animals from pet stores or breeders. Some people believe that the reason the animal ended up in the shelter is because they have done something wrong, but the reason most animals are given up is due to their owner’s lack of time or financial problems, they were strays, or they were rescued from cruelty situations such as puppy mills.

Many people who buy from breeders are looking for a particular type of dog, but adopting from a shelter has more benefits than buying from a breeder.

There are millions of shelter animals who are euthanized every year because too many people are still getting their animals from breeders. Buying a purebred animal is very expensive and they are more likely to have health problems, so the vet bills can also get expensive. Purebred animals also have more health problems than shelter animals. Many breeders will inbreed, which means they will take animals with the same DNA and breed them. This causes a higher risk of various cancers, diseases, and disorders. Mixed breeds, however, are less likely to have inherited genetic health problems because their DNA is not of the same gene pool.When you adopt, you will feel good knowing you have helped more than one animal in

need.
The animal you adopt will improve your life and you will better theirs. Animals give you unconditional love and prove to be emotionally and physically beneficial. Animals help reduce stress, improve self-esteem and much more. They also motivate you to exercise frequently. Animals and humans need to exercise every day; when you walk your dog you improve your physical and mental health. Animals have been proven to reduce stress, which in turn reduces blood pressure. Petting a dog or cat or just spending time with them makes you feel better, so your blood pressure lowers and your stress levels decrease. A dog may help you reduce the risk of heart disease because you will be exercising more when you take your dog on walks. When you decide to adopt an animal from the shelter and bring them home, they will be so happy that you have given them a second chance at life. My family adopted my dog, Lady, from Rescue Village nine years ago. We couldn’t wait to start giving Lady her second chance at life. She is an amazing addition to our family and has improved our lives. She is always excited to see us and she makes us happier every day. Animals love us unconditionally and inspire us to be better.