20 Short Pet Adoption Stories From Reddit That Will Surely Make Your Day Brighter
Did you know that in the U.S., many healthy, rescued dogs and cats are euthanized every year because their shelters can't find forever homes for them? If you're looking for figures, that would be 860,000 cats and 670,000 dogs put to sleep in shelters yearly.
Yet many people are willing to spend thousands of dollars on pedigree cats and designer dogs. Those amounts of money are already enough to help the efforts of the shelters to save animals.
That's why it's better to adopt a pet rather than shop for one. Think of adopting as saving the life of a living being.
The animals at the shelter deserve another chance at life. If you adopt them, you are giving them that chance along with the love and care you provide.
Some pet owners prefer to own pets that are already mature. That's because they're already accustomed to the presence of humans.
They're house-trained as well. In other words, you don't have to deal with behavioral problems such as biting, clawing, and chewing, and there's no need to spend too much time training them.
Today, we compiled pictures of pets posted by owners who adopted them. We hope you enjoy the stories shared by these kind souls.
1. We hope this cutie won the heart of her boyfriend.
Me: I'm going to the shelter to get a cat. BF: Just don't get a black cat. The cat I pick:
2. Hoped to adopt a kitten. Ended up with three cats.
I went to adopt a kitten. The woman running the rescue said she just got a black cat and was sad because she said nobody would adopt him because he’s 13 years old and 'plain,' so I said, 'I'll take him too!' A week later, when the kitten was ready, I took him, and his brother was crying. So I got all three.
3. How about naming her "Hotdog?"
She arrived at our house in the wheel well of a car that made a 30-minute cross-state journey. We tempted her out with a hot dog. Help us find a name for her!
4. People often go to Reddit in the hopes of finding the best name for the furball they welcomed into their family.
Name for my new kitten?
5. This redditor wants a creative name inspired by this cat's colors or the way she was found.
Name ideas, please! We found her crawling out of brush on the side of a highway. Bonus points for names relating to that fortuitous moment or her colors.
6. He has eyes that will charm everyone.
My soon-to-be little boy! Help me pick a name!
7. This redditor will soon have cuteness overload in their home.
Picking up these cute brothers this weekend. Any name ideas?
8. We've got a feeling that this canine will always be ready to play.
Rescued this little guy from the streets of Guam. I need some name suggestions!
9. Some people wanted dogs when they were kids, but they were only able to fulfill that dream when they got older.
I’ve wanted a dog since I was seven. Finally got this little guy. Welcome home, Mowgli!
10. Couple gets a new cat
My wife and I can’t agree on a good name for this new kitten. Hopefully, you guys can help us name him. We are hoping for a non-human-like name.
11. Adorable paws and charming eyes.
Brand new little girl, and we need help coming up with a name! Any suggestions?
12. He'll get used to it.
The new kitten had fleas at his previous home and was not happy during his first bath.
13. The owner is so lucky to have gotten such a cutie!
Got this beautiful girl from the shelter today!
14. Look for the heart!
Rescued two little kittens. One has a heart on her forehead!
15. This owner's weekend suddenly became memorable.
A weekend with no plans turned into coming home with Maui. Welcome home, my boy!
16. This is part of every cat owner's life.
17. Cat gives owner a reason to relax.
My new kitten just lays on me all day.
18. Long-legged cat.
My brother brought this lady home today; she will be my new partner, I guess. Any name suggestions?
19. Anyone would fall in love with this adorable feline.
My very first kitten. I haven’t had a cat since I was a small child. I’m so in love!
20. Owner finally snaps a great photo of their newly adopted kitten.
So I adopted this cat a week ago. I finally found the perfect moment to take the picture.
Pet adoption benefits both the owner and the animal.
It's a win-win situation. Aside from getting a lovely companion, these pet owners were able to improve the lives of these animals.
So if you're planning to have a pet, check your nearest animal shelter first. And post a photo on Reddit if you can't find the best name for your newfound companion.
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