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50% off Dog Adoption - Lost Dogs Home - VIC, QLD, NSW

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undercut on 01/12/2011 - 16:10 dogshome.com (2728 clicks)

With all of our shelters bursting at the seams with cats and dogs needing homes, as well as more coming in every single day, we urgently need to free up some space in our pens. It is for that reason The Lost Dogs’ Home has decided to offer 50 per cent off all adoptions for the month of December!

Adoption costs differ from shelter to shelter; however as a guide, the discount will take the price of adopting a dog or puppy from the North Melbourne shelter down to $150, an adult cat to $47.50 and a kitten $85.

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  • jv on 01/12/2011 - 16:13
    -5

    Does that include Pit Bulls ?

  • The Chad on 01/12/2011 - 16:17
    -3

    Best present to give a loved one. As long as they look after it

    • [Deactivated] on 01/12/2011 - 19:11
      +11

      animals are the worst present to give to a loved one. "Hello loved one, heres a 10-15 year commmitment"… gifts like these generally keep the shelters full.

  • jv on 01/12/2011 - 16:18
    -8

    NOTE:

    you must complete the pet licence test before you are eligible for the discount…

    http://petlicence.com.au/

    Does anyone have a cheat sheet ???

    • damolol on 01/12/2011 - 16:34

      Theres no way you can actually fail this test. You get unlimited chances to get the right answer iirc

      • [Deactivated] on 01/12/2011 - 16:40
        +1

        You'd only fail if you were an absolute moron (in the lack of morals sense, not the lack of intelligence sense) and wouldn't deserve a pet anyway.
        I think the pet license is a great idea that should be taken further.

    • JohJoh on 01/12/2011 - 16:48

      I hope that 'cheat sheet' question was a joke :P

  • diddy50 on 01/12/2011 - 16:35
    +21

    only get a dog/cat if you are going to keep it and look after it.
    A dog and cat is for life, not just for Christmas!

    • John Dough on 01/12/2011 - 16:38
      +9

      +1 Giving a second chance to these lovely animals is very rewarding, we have 3 of the varmits :)
      Agree its for life, not just xmas.

    • daveted on 02/12/2011 - 15:30

      But don't get one if you're 75 years +.
      I've heard of a few stories about pets being rehomed because their aged owner also had to be rehomed.

      Sad but true.

  • John Dough on 01/12/2011 - 16:35
    +1

    LDH does great work, and the pet licence is a great idea to raise awareness.
    If you don't pass the test, you can learn what you answered incorrectly and answer again.
    Great initiative from them to make it cheaper to adopt!

  • neil on 01/12/2011 - 16:46
    +7

    Got my cat from here. Great place and 50% off is a steal.

  • lgchuson on 01/12/2011 - 16:56
    +4

    Good cause. Bring in a pet for xmas!

    • daveted on 02/12/2011 - 09:25
      +1

      Agreed. It's the best present you can give. The gift of a second chance.

  • bargainhunter on 01/12/2011 - 18:35
    -4

    Cheaper cats at RSPCA.
    Edit; Note that dogs are still a better deal here.

  • neosin on 01/12/2011 - 19:44
    +5

    I have a Dog and they are truly man's best friend :D

    Everyone should adopt one :D

  • LordSydney on 01/12/2011 - 23:08
    -7
  • Wally on 02/12/2011 - 01:16

    Damn imho the normal adoption fees are a bit steep, especially for Dogs!

    • Geewhizz on 02/12/2011 - 07:57

      The cost of desexing a dog alone is greater than the current price - add to that worming, vaccinating and microchipping and you're well up there.

      EDIT

      Just been off and had a look at the dogs they currently have - they'd need to have a half price sale to find homes at all for the majority of them. lol

      • daveted on 02/12/2011 - 09:29
        +2

        A lot of those dogs would probably transform into lovely pets once they are out of that stressful environment.
        I adopted a rescue dog with fear aggression caused by 2 months in the pound. 3 months later, and she's almost totally rehabilitated.

  • jjmmav on 02/12/2011 - 11:06
    +1

    Dogs give so much and expect little in return.
    Always happy, never hold a grudge and low upkeep.
    Low upkeep means a daily walk (little dogs need a walk too and dogs like to socialize), spending some time with them (not shutting outside never to be seen again) and a feed twice a day.
    If your lazy don't sign up.
    Every year morons go straight to the puppy shops and buy what looks cute on impulse and personally believe "pound / death row" dogs should be considered first.
    If you buy one of these dogs consider a fully grown dog, these are the least sought after and the puppy training is already done.
    Bought one of these dogs about 11 years ago and it's been a gold life experience!

  • John Dough on 02/12/2011 - 11:27

    Its great to read about fantastic stories on here about adoption! I have been a 'Friend of Paws' for 2 years now and love to hear about the warmth a new adopted companion can bring. :)

  • AML23 on 02/12/2011 - 13:43
    +2

    I got my girl about 3 years ago from Paws. She is the best dog, she loves to have a talk with you(in doggie language of course)loves to learn new tricks, is so happy all the time and LOVES squeaking the crap out of her soft toys. :D
    We love her to bits and would never dream of getting rid of her, she's family.

    As others have said, serious consideration needs to be given before getting a pet (no impulse buying)because yes, they are for life.
    People tend to think that animals don't have feelings and that is so so wrong. It breaks my heart when i hear of people adopting/ buying pets only to return them a few days later because it doesn't suit their lifestyle…….how stressful, traumatizing, and devastating, that must be for the poor animal.

    I truly hope all these animals in the shelters find the best owners, they deserve nothing less.

  • freemoneyhunter on 02/12/2011 - 22:29
    +1

    I recommend guinea pigs, they are good for kids teaching the facts of life and pet shops will buy litters or others will always want a guinea P. They make good pets for kids and teach them responsibility

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