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People love Corgis. Their long bodies and short legs are adorable, so they’re a popular breed in pop culture. But whenever a breed gains popularity, that leads to more people wanting that breed. And a higher demand for a breed often leads to more sketchy breeders selling those dogs. So, whenever someone tells me they want a Corgi, I highly suggest Corgi rescue organizations. Can You Rescue a Corgi? Yes, you can absolutely rescue a Corgi. While they’re not one of the most comm

I have fostered over 25 animals before, and one of the most common questions I get asked is “do you get paid for fostering a dog?” I think the people who ask this don’t really understand the purpose of fostering. Fostering is volunteering, not a job (although the amount of work that goes into it can make it feel like a job sometimes). I can’t speak for every animal foster parent out there, but for me, fostering isn’t about money. It’s about helping dogs find homes. Dogs who m

When you adopt a rescue dog , you probably won’t know the dog’s exact age. Many dogs that end up at shelters and rescues come from unknown pasts, so there’s rarely documentation of when they were born. However, the organizations have to list something on the dog’s bio, so where are those numbers coming from? Keep reading to find out how to tell a dog’s age at a rescue or shelter. Mutts About Pets is reader-supported. When you shop through links on this page, we may earn an af

Getting a puppy or dog is a big decision. That canine will be a part of your family for years to come, so you need to make sure you...