How to Adopt a Purebred Pet – with NO Breeder Fees!

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  1. Danny says:

    Your Bengal cat Shirley looks beautiful!

    Adopting an animal from one of the many shelters in the UK (or Worldwide) is a really amazing idea. It gives an animal the chance to be a loved pet. You know that you are providing a loving home and a second (if not more in some cases) chance to a beautiful animal. And it’s cheaper than buying from a breeder. Win win I say. 

    We recently took in a French Bulldog and it has been a pleasure.

    • Alyce says:

      Hi Danny, so glad to hear that your French Bulldog is working out well! Pets can add so much richness and we were happy to rescue ours and provide them with a good home. 

  2. Ann says:

    Shirley is beautiful. Thanks for the picture. I also love rosette glitter Bengals. Their fur is amazing. I will head over to Great Lakes Bengal Rescue and see if I can emulate what you did. The high fees discourage us. But this option is better than even buying it from a breeder.

    • Alyce says:

      Hi Ann, that is fantastic news! I hope you find the purrfect Bengal cat to adopt for your family! Shirley has been a wonderful addition to our home and I am so thankful to Great Lakes Bengal Rescue for trusting us with her!

  3. Leahrae says:

    I have a dog that I rescued, and rescues are the sweetest dogs ever.  I saw the information in your post for pet insurance.  Do you know if there is any pet insurance that will accept a pet with a preexisting condition.  My dog just lost use of his rear legs and back surgery is around 4 to 6 thousand that I cannot afford.  I am now looking into a chiropractor, but then want to do an MRI which is almost as costly.  I love my dog, but financially it is hard to do what he needs.  Any suggestions?

    • Alyce says:

      Aww Leahrae, I am so sorry to hear about your ailing rescue dog. I have not inquired about getting pet insurance with preexisting conditions, but considering the expense that you are facing, I suggest that you contact a few pet insurance companies to see what they can do to help.

      If they are unable to help due to the preexisting condition, then another approach is to contact local veterinary schools. These schools often offer lower-cost procedures when they are performed at the vet school. 

      I’d also be up-front with your vet and the vet school when you talk to them and mention that you have concerns regarding the cost of the suggested treatments. They may know of additional options that they haven’t discussed with you yet. 

      Good luck to you – I hope you can find the help that you are looking for.

  4. Skuchmane says:

    Hello dear, thanks for sharing the fun animal photos and the helpful, organized information with us. This is some of the best research I have found online on the subject. I am planning on getting a dog for my daughter, so you really have helped me a lot, there are more options that I had previously considered and my daughter will love to know that her dog has been rescued as well. thanks for the info, I’ll surely do some recommendations, you truly are the best, thanks alot

    • Alyce says:

      Thank you so much! I was surprised when I first learned of how many ways there are to adopt a rescue pet too! Good luck as you start your search for your new, furry best friend.

  5. edahnewton1 says:

    Hey nice article you have there. Thanks for taking out your time to put such a concise article. How I wished this article can get to the reach of all pet lovers to enlighten them about the rescue group. Pets are animals that never betrayed their friendship, they remain loyal and humble to their owners till death and sometimes act as a companion, their impact has been felt in the security system.

    • Alyce says:

      Pets are such a wonderful part of life – great for love, laughs, snuggles, and sometimes they even provide security too! 🙂

  6. Cameron says:

    Hi, Alyce

    Thanks so much for a great article. 

    I’m very envious of you having Shirley as a companion. I also liked the other pet stories too.

    Rehoming a rescued pet is such a good idea and much better than buying one online. 

    There are so many horror stories about illegal pet breeding and it would be good if we could put an end to this. 

    Best wishes, 

    Cameron

    • Alyce says:

      These animal rescue groups do a lot to help out the animals that are victims of pet hoarding, crowding, and illegal breeding. They are fantastic causes to support — even if you aren’t interested in adopting (or fostering) a pet of your own.

  7. Michael says:

    Adopting an animal from one of the shelters that you mention is a really good idea. It gives an animal the chance to be a loved pet. It gives funding to other lost animals and gives them a chance. And it’s cheaper than buying from a breeder. Win win I say. Thanks for the sage advice.. 

    You Bengal cat looks beautiful BTW!

    • Alyce says:

      Hi Michael, rescuing a shelter animal is definitely win-win for both pets and people!
      Shirley (the Bengal cat) says thank you for the compliment!! 🙂

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    I have to say I was a little confused by the name of the webpage being ” Best Reward Programs” to then be introduced to an extensive list of all the gifts one could purchase for a 2020 graduate. Great gift ideas followed but left me asking about the reward programs. Your site seems to be part sales catalog and part information about reward programs however I found the sales catalog approach seemed to predominate.
    My take would be to deliver what was promised first and foremost: “Best Reward Programs” and build on that.

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