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Why Should You Adopt a Dog?

For this evening’s post, we wanted to focus a little on some of the reasons behind doing what we’re doing with Dog Database. Why are we encouraging the families of Ireland to adopt and rescue dogs rather than buying from farms or breeders? 

Aside from the obvious, that by choosing to adopt, you save a vulnerable dog’s life and give them a second chance to share their love - why do we do what we do? Here are just five more reasons...

1. Choosing to rehome a dog or puppy will set you back only a fraction of the cost, if anything at all, of what you would be expected to pay for ‘professionally’ bred dogs. Many animal shelters and adoption centres are also charitable organisations and NPOs, which means that the rehoming fee you pay will go towards providing food, shelter and medical care for other dogs in need.

2. By adopting, you are doing your part to help put an end to the still widespread puppy farming industry in Ireland. These farms thrive because there is a demand, one which you can lessen by getting your pet from a shelter instead of from ever-popular online ads.

3. The high numbers of dogs in Irish animal shelters means that you will have a huge variety of breeds and personalities to choose from to best suit your lifestyle and needs, and the needs of the dog!

4. The majority of dogs looking for their forever home are slightly older, meaning you will more than likely get to skip the dreaded house training stage we associate with getting a new puppy. This is a huge benefit for those of you with demanding schedules and busy households.

5. Many Irish shelters now offer rehabilitation and training services for the dogs in their care as well as extensive medical care, meaning that chances are you will be taking home a healthy, happy and very obedient dog.

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Today’s Dog Database #dogoftheday is the gorgeous Toby, a 2 year-old male Lurcher who was recently rescued by an ISPCA inspector. 

Lurchers are known for their kind, loving nature and make amazing household pets, provided they are taken on frequent walks to use up their energy. Toby is in the care of the ISPCA in their Longford animal centre. If you think he would make the perfect addition to your family, fill out an online application form at http://ispca.ie/rehoming/dog-rehoming-form today! 

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Great segment from the Ray D’arcy Show recently with two members of the ISPCA as well as Tomás, Fifi & Liam, three of the many beautiful puppies in search of their forever homes. Some great bits of information in here on the things to consider when rehoming a dog! 

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Meet Kumani, today’s featured dog who you can find in Galway SPCA’s kennels.

This beautiful 2 year-old girl would be the perfect addition to any family, her kind nature means that she is suitable for homes with children of any ages. 

If you have any questions or are interested in giving Kumani her forever home, contact Emma on 0872765690.

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For those of you in the South, this beautiful Dalmation is currently in the care of Cork Dog Action Welfare Group (DAWG). 

If you’d like to meet Ida, the contact details and adoption form can be found at the link above! 

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Today’s #DogDatabase Dog of the Day is the lovely Scooby!

Scooby is a 3 year old French Bulldog who is currently in the care of Collon Animal Sanctuary, county Louth. He is a very excitable boy so would be best suited to a home where there are no children younger than 5. 

If you’d like to meet Scooby, pop in for a visit at the Collon Animal Sanctuary, which is only a 40 minute drive from Dublin city! Open from 2-5pm Tuesday to Sunday.

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Our first Dog Database featured dog!

Meet Doris, a little lady who is currently in the care of DSPCA in their Rathfarnham shelter.

Doris was found as a stray and was never reclaimed, she is quite stressed and upset in her current situation and is in dire need of a new, loving home. Could you be the one to give Doris her second chance? 

If you are interested in rehoming this dog, please pay her a visit at the DSPCA shelter and fill out an application form. She would love to meet you!

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What is Dog Database?

We are a brand new company dedicated to finding homes for the thousands of rescue dogs and puppies all around Ireland. On our blog you’ll find daily posts about different dogs who are in need of their forever home. We’ll share links, photos and stories and we hope that these will encourage you to adopt, not shop for your next four legged friend! 

Watch this space!