By now many of my readers know how much I love my dog, Mac. He’s a pit mix (aka American Staffordshire Terrier).  I just posted a link to a useful pit-related blog.  You’ll find it over on the right in my blogroll.  Would enjoy reading your animal stories, especially stories involving rescued/adopted animals. Feel free to share!

While not nutrition-related, I wanted to take a moment and alert you regarding a couple animal charities that are close to my heart.

Mac at Christmas 2008

The first is Adopt-A-Dog in Armonk, NY.  That’s where my dog, Mac, came from.  I strongly encourage you to consider a shelter dog as your first choice when adopting.  And Adopt-A-Dog has plenty to choose from! They are also in need of donations, including food, pet supplies, and money.  Refer to their site for more details.  Your gifts are tax deductible too.

The next is Our Companions of Bloomfield, CT.   They have helped us train Mac.  Their rates are beyond reasonable, and the people who work and volunteer there are amazing.   Apart from pet training and therapy, Our Companions finds homes for abused and neglected animals.  And they have tons of useful pet-care information on their site.  Like Adopt-A-Dog, Our Companions is looking for donations.

Please consider supporting one of these organizations this year and next.

Thank you!