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Like many of us, your New Years resolution may include being happier and healthier, but for some it may even include welcoming a furry addition to the family.
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You can smash all three of these goals with one adorable ball of floof, plus with the added bonus of saving a life.<\/p>\n

2018 is a fitting time to welcome a new canine family member, as according to the Chinese Lunar calendar, it\u2019s the Year of the Dog.
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TOP 10 REASONS TO ADOPT IN 2018<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

INSTANT UNCONDITIONAL LOVE<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

As well as experiencing the unbelievable joy of adopting a dog, they will also love you more than ever.<\/p>\n

Even your closest family and friends can get sick of you occasionally, but not your pooch. Always there to greet you with a wagging tail and happy bark, they will adore you.
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YOU\u2019LL SAVE A LIFE<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Adopting from a shelter or rescue group means you\u2019re not only are you changing the life of the dog you adopt but you\u2019re also clearing up space for another animal in need.
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YOU\u2019LL NEVER BE LONELY<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Dogs are highly social animals and want to hang out with their human.<\/p>\n

You may only be reading a book, watching TV or working on your computer but your fur baby will want to be curled up next to you or sitting at your feet.<\/p>\n

The RSPCA reports those who own pet report less depression and appear to cope with grief, stress and loneliness than non-pet owners.
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IT\u2019S GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Studies have shown there are a multitude of health benefits for dog owners from lower blood pressure to increased physical activity.<\/p>\n

The RSPCA reports pet owners have fewer visits to the doctor and children who grow up with a dog during infancy may have a strengthen immune system and reduced risk of allergies.
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NO ALARM CLOCK NEEDED<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Your pooch will give you a friendly reminder when nature or breakfast is calling with a lick on the head, paw on your chest or panting in your ear.
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YOU\u2019LL BE MORE SOCIAL<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Walk time for your pooch is particularly social time for you and your pet.<\/p>\n

They will want to greet passing people and other dogs, and they make for a great conversation.<\/p>\n

Doggy day care, playdates or trips to the dog park are all changes for you and your dog to be social.<\/p>\n

They may even help you make a few new human friends along the way.
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YOU\u2019LL LAUGH MORE<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Every pooch has it\u2019s own personality and quirks, many of which will have you giggling.<\/p>\n

It may be when they get the zoomies, failing to catch a tennis ball or playing hide and seek.<\/p>\n

But sometimes it\u2019s just having them around, as the RSPCA reports just the presence of our pets can lift our spirits and help us relax.
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YOU WON\u2019T HAVE AN EXCUSE TO STAY INSIDE<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Your dog need to go out at least a few time a day which means you\u2019ll reap the benefits, such as reducing stress, making you sleep better and lowering anxiety.<\/p>\n

Harvard Health also reports your concentration may improve, you may heal faster, you\u2019ll get more exercise and you\u2019ll likelier be happier.<\/p>\n

Especially if you take your dog or walks instead of letting them run around the yard on their own.
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YOU\u2019LL UP YOUR SELFIE GAME<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nYour friends may be tired of seeing just your face, but they will never get sick of seeing a grinning dog with their tongue hanging out.<\/p>\n

Your fur baby may even be so popular they will need their own Instagram.
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FEELING GOOD ABOUT YOURSELF<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

For totally selfish reasons, you will feel a great sense of pride for saving a dog and for helping reduce the homeless pet population. You will be rewarded with snuggles, handshakes and looks of adoration.<\/p>\n

Now head to your local RSPCA or rescue group and change your life today! Adopt, don\u2019t shop.
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Adopt a dog<\/a> and improve his furry life as well as your own! Learn more at PetCloud<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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