If you wanted a new pet, whould you seek a shelter?

I have in the passed taken in sheltered pets. There is nothing like a pet to let you know the meaning of being loved. I have a friend that wants badly a mini pin. I don't have the funds to get him a full bred 'Papered-Puppy'. And have thoughts on looking at the Dog Pound. How would this make you feel to be surprised with a PET of your dreams? It is quite likely I will be doing most the care... feeding, walking, bathing ect.

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