Not ready for a new dog yet? Or, have a houseful of puppers? You can still make a difference!

• Reading Programs: Spend time at your local shelter reading to the dogs. It’s soothing for both you and them.
• Play Time: Walk, play, and interact with shelter dogs. Your companionship can make their day.
• Day Out Programs: If your shelter offers a program where you can take a dog out for the day, take advantage of it! Increasing a dog’s visibility can greatly improve their chances of being adopted.
• Foster a Dog: If you can, consider fostering a dog. It opens up space at the shelter for another dog in need.
• Donate: Shelters and rescues always need funds and specific items. Contact your favorite rescue to find out how you can help.

Whatever you do for your local shelters and rescues will be good for your soul—and it will make a dog’s day. If you choose to adopt, you’ll find that both of you will be happier for it.

P.S. Sully has been adopted and is headed to his new home soon. Probably for the best—otherwise, we might have become a “three-pack!”