For anybody considering getting a dog - please consider adopting rather than buying.
• You’re Saving A Life
Adopting a dog from a shelter not only means that you’re giving him a happy life, but you also free up a spot at the rescue or shelter to save another dog’s life.
• Helps Fight Puppy Mills
Approximately 90% of puppies you can buy in pet stores or online are from puppy mills. Adopting a dog from a shelter takes business away from mills. The more people who adopt, the more puppy mills have a hard time staying in business.
More reasons: https://www.caninejournal.com/adopt-dont-shop/