Ten Reasons to Adopt an Older Dog or Cat

 Although the following will not apply always, they are true in most cases.

1. Kittens and puppies act like kittens and puppies - with an adult, you can evaluate the animal's actual personality.
2. No housebreaking.
3. Teething issues, such as chewing, are in the past.
4. What you see is what you get - an adult dog will not grow 6 inches and gain 50 pounds.
5. Adults usually will sleep through the night - they'll adjust to your schedule.
6. An adult may be more appropriate for your home situation - for example, a kitten and a small child aren't necessarily safe for each other; if you're a single person who works, an adult dog won't need a walk in the middle of the day.
7. Most adult animals are playful, but not constantly so - they are companions, with a more constant energy level.
8. You CAN teach old dog new tricks.
9. An adult cat won't climb your curtains
10. You will save a life.

10. You'll save $$ on their Halloween costumes.
9. You can always find them in the snow.
8. Holding a black cat or dog is very slimming.
7. Black cats and dogs will match any decor.
6. A lint brush isn't required for a black-tie affair.
5. When you love a black cat or dog, luck is on your side.
4. Black cats and dogs are like onyx, a beautiful gem.
3. Hey, they don't care what color you are!
2. Love knows no color.

And the number one reason to adopt a black cat or dog...

1. They are the least likely to be adopted.