When it’s time to get a pet, you’ll have many options to choose from. A pet is part of the family, and before bringing it home, you’ll have to decide carefully about what kind of animal is best for your lifestyle, what breed you prefer, and where to get it from. Here are a few reasons why you should begin your search at a pet care or adoption agency.

Why You Should Adopt a Pet

1. Saves a Life

Each space in a shelter or pet adoption place is critically used to house homeless animals. However, there isn’t enough space for every animal, leading to nearly 1.5 million euthanizations every year in the U.S. and thousands are turned away from the shelter. When you adopt, not only are you saving the life of your chosen pet but also allowing another animal to receive pet care.

2. Costs Less

When you buy a pet from a breeder or a pet store you’re likely to spend a great deal more than you would when buying from a shelter or rescue center. This cost usually excludes vaccinations, spaying or neutering, microchipping, and other basic pet care services. However, many shelters include some of these costs in the adoption price, which is still much less than anywhere else.

3. Combats Puppy Mills

Puppy mills are illegal facilities that house female dogs to bred many litters. These dogs are kept in cages for years without human companionship and proper medical treatment, and they are abandoned or killed when they’re no longer needed. Many pet stores buy these puppies to be sold to unsuspecting customers.  At a qualified shelter or adoption clinic, you buy confidently, knowing that no puppy mill was supported with your money.

Your adopted pet is like family, so it’s important to get them the care they need when they need it. Serving the community for nearly 30 years, the team at Mililani Town Center Pet Clinic is committed to the health and happiness of your furry family member. From puppy shots and vaccinations to emergency surgeries and wellness visits, they have the compassion and experience to get your beloved pet back to their normal self. To schedule a pet care appointment, call (808) 625-6744, or visit their website for more information about their services.