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Why Adopting a Dog Saves Lives – The Power of Rescue 🐾

Every year, 390,000 dogs are euthanized in U.S. shelters due to overcrowding. Choosing to adopt, foster, or rescue (instead of buying from breeders) gives these dogs a second chance while fighting unethical puppy mills. East Coast Canadians: You can help! Local rescues like Texas Rags To Riches, Barking Mad Animal Refuge, and Furever Homes Dog Rescue transport dogs from U.S. kill shelters to loving Atlantic Canadian homes. How to help: ✔ Adopt – Save a life directly ✔ Foster – Provide temporary safety ✔ Share/Donate – Amplify the cause At Keira’s Doghouse, we support rescue efforts—because every pup deserves love. #AdoptDontShop

8/12/20251 min read

At Keira’s Doghouse, we’re passionate about dogs—not just because they’re adorable (though they absolutely are!), but because every dog deserves a loving home. Sadly, millions of dogs in shelters never get that chance.

The Harsh Reality: Shelter Euthanasia in the U.S.

Every year, approximately 390,000 dogs are euthanized in U.S. shelters simply because they don’t have a home. Many are healthy, loving pets who just need someone to give them a chance.

Choosing to adopt, foster, or rescue instead of buying from a breeder can literally save a life.

Why Rescue Over Buying?

✅ You Save a Life – Every adoption opens up space for another dog in need.
✅ Rescue Dogs Are Just as Amazing – Mixed breeds and shelter dogs are often healthier, smarter, and more adaptable.
✅ Fighting Puppy Mills – Many breeders prioritize profit over animal welfare. Adopting helps reduce demand.
✅ It’s More Affordable – Adoption fees are usually much lower than breeder prices and often include vaccinations & spay/neuter.

East Coast Canadians: You Can Help Too!

Did you know that many Canadian rescues partner with U.S. shelters to save dogs from euthanasia? If you’re on the East Coast, here are three amazing organizations bringing dogs to safety:

Texas Rags To Riches Rescue - Atlantic Canada Adoptions
📍 Facebook Page
Specializes in rescuing dogs from Texas kill shelters and finding them homes in Atlantic Canada.
Barking Mad Animal Refuge: Rescue & Rehoming Newfoundland
📍 Facebook Group
Dedicated to saving dogs from high-risk situations and placing them in loving Newfoundland homes.
Furever Homes Dog Rescue of SETX (Atlantic Canada Adoptables)
📍 Facebook Group
Focuses on rescuing dogs from Southeast Texas and matching them with Canadian families.

How You Can Make a Difference

🐾 Adopt – Give a shelter dog their forever home.
🐾 Foster – Provide temporary love and safety for a dog in transition.
🐾 Donate/Volunteer – Support rescues with time or resources.
🐾 Spread the Word – Share this post to encourage others to adopt!

At Keira’s Doghouse, a portion of every sale supports rescue awareness and adoption efforts. Together, we can help reduce shelter euthanasia—one dog at a time.

#AdoptDontShop #RescueSavesLives #KeirasDoghouse #SaveThemAll