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what is better Adopting or buying a pet - Coggle Diagram
what is better
Adopting or buying a pet
adopting pets
adopting pet pros
reasons
you'll be saving a life
*I say this because research shows that if more people
adopt pets the number of euthanized animals could be reduced dramatically
*by adopting you are saving a loving animal by making them part of your family
You open up Shelter space for another animal who might desperatly need it
Research shows that approximately 1 million cats and dogs are euthanized every year in South Africa because there is no Space in the shelter
Spending time with pets make you feel happier
It is proven that Spending time with your pet increases the feel good Chemical (oxytocin) which lifts up your spirit.
Buying a pet Cons
When you buy an animal you are supporting cruel breeding mills
Every single piece of money spent at shops that sell animals are contributed to more animal cruelty or suffering
Some pet shops sell sick and injured animals,
they fail to provide proper veterinary care and they use
in human methods to dispose of sick or unwanted animals
Adopting a pet
cons
You might not be able to get the dog you want Straight away
You have to answer a lot of personal questions and Submit a lot of paperwork
Your new dog may turn out much different than expected
When you bring an animal home it might act differently than how it acted in the Shelter
You could be taking an animal away from its family
Buying a pet Pros
Age Variety
There is a variety of ages that are offered that allow you to choose a puppy or a more mature dog
Pre - trained dogs
You might be able to find a pet that is already trained (saving you money for a trainer)
Breed Variety
There are more breeds
