Pets

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month

Adopt, don’t shop!

This was my sweet pup, Chelsea. She was 14 years old when I rescued her from a puppy mill. Adopting her was one of the best decisions of my life. Photo by © A. Alexander

I am a vigorous advocate for pet adoption, and I abhor backyard breeders. It makes me happy knowing that others feel the same way and visit their local shelter or rescue organization to adopt a new pet.

Many beautiful pets are waiting for a new home; however, many people overlook the older dogs and cats that are…