If life is good - why not share it ?

October has been designated as Adopt-a-dog-month for the American Humane Society. As you look at the pictures here of the dogs now at our pound, my question for any of you browsing through this site is: If life is good, why not share it with a loving soul in need of a chance at a good life?

The brutal truth is that in shelters and pounds across the country, thousands of wonderful dogs like those shown here have little or no hope of a second chance. Many have been previously abused, most have been neglected in some way, and now - through no fault of their own - they have been simply discarded, like yesterdays old newspaper.

Once wanted because they were cute and cuddly little puppies, they now waste away in a 3x4 foot cage. Their crime? They grew up.

It is hard to find homes for adult dogs. They most often will require special attention and training because of the lack of either they have had perviously. For many people, this is more trouble than they want to deal with.

As an owner of an adopted pound dog - I can only say that is has been worth every last minute of it! To see my dog grow and fully develop her personality has been a pleasure beyond words. It was no harder to train her than it was my pure-bred, and just as much fun! As in life, you get out of something only what you are willing to put into it - and that includes training your pet to be a good family member.

No dog is too old to learn, and with the right amount of love and effort, each of the dogs on this site can be a valued and faithful companion for years to come. So give one of these beautiful and loving animals a second chance at a good life. They deserve it. And remember...compassion isn't something reserved only for two-legged animals!