Please... don't buy a puppy from pet stores when there are so many homeless little puppies who need someone to love and care for them.

Puppies such as the one in the picture, are not considered beautiful, but the beauty is contained inside, where they have so much unconditional love and happiness to give.

I look at the picture and my heart breaks into a million pieces, because I see a tiny little dog who has given up the will to live.

Please... adopt a little dog from an animal shelter. You won't regret it, because they'll pay you back with their innocent love for life; I know this, because all my ten dogs and 30 something cats were once vulnarable strays. They all live in my front and back yard which is fenced, (only three cats and two dogs live inside my home) and I've had them all spayed and neutered. Yes, the expense is pretty astronomical, but it's all been worth every cent, because I know I'm adored by many 4-legged little bundles of joy who protect me and my home with their brave and greatful hearts.

Again, please adopt a little cat or dog as soon as possible. They need you and the warmth of your family home. I promise you won't regret it!