Always Faithful Scoop: July Week 1 Newsletter

Welcome to the Dog Days of Smart Adoption

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Thinking of bringing a dog into your life? Hold your tennis balls—this month’s newsletter is your ultimate guide to choosing, introducing, and surviving those early days with your new four-legged roommate. Whether you’re adopting a soulful shelter pup, eyeing a purebred with a royal-sounding name, or your kids convinced you to “just go look,” we’ve got you covered.

We’ll help you avoid falling for the first cute face you see (yes, even the one with the underbite and the tilted head), guide you through the awkward first weeks of cohabitation, and show you how to find a breeder who isn’t running a dog hustle from their garage.

You’ll learn how to match a dog to your lifestyle (spoiler: marathon runners and couch potatoes need different breeds), how to avoid a canine turf war with your current pet, and how to establish structure before your house turns into Barkingham Palace.

Let’s do this—one wag at a time.

Much love - Always Faithful Dog Training of New Orleans

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Adopt, Don’t Shop

Because Shelter Dogs Deserve a Comeback Story Too

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Let’s talk about the underdogs. Literally. Every year, millions of dogs are sitting in shelters, staring out from behind kennel doors like furry little rom-com protagonists just waiting for their second chance at love. And guess what? You could be their plot twist.

Adoption isn’t just heartwarming—it’s heroic. When you adopt a dog, you’re not just saving one life—you’re making room for the next pup in need. That’s a two-for-one deal better than anything you’ll find at Target.

Now, before anyone clutches their pearls—yes, buying from a reputable breeder isn’t a crime. But the “Adopt, Don’t Shop” movement exists for a reason: overpopulation, abandonment, and shelters so full they make rush hour traffic look roomy. The need is real, and those sweet, squishy shelter faces? Even realer.

Shelter dogs come with stories, sure—but also with street smarts, soul, and a surprising amount of gratitude once they realize your home is now their home. They don’t need to be eight-week-old fuzzballs to be worth your love. They just need a shot.