Seattle Shelter's Creative Names for Their 'Purebred' Dogs Are Right on the Money
If you can believe it, there are some people who look down on dogs that aren't purebred. Can you imagine? All dogs are 100 percent adorable to us. But in a shelter setting that preference means that many needy dogs go overlooked. Which is why the Seattle Animal Shelter decided to showcase their "purebred" puppers. Hmmmm, seems strange that no one has heard of these breeds before, no?
If you want a purebred, you're in luck! This shelter has many "pedigree" pups.
Now some of these breeds might seem new to you — and that's probably because the shelter made them up. Yep, the Seattle Animal Shelter got a little creative with their dogs that are available for adoption. But the changes should satisfy those looking for a purebred pooch.
Related: Video of Purebred Dogs Awaiting Adoption in a Shelter Is an Important Reminder
Take the "Northern Soviet Fruit Bat" or the "Alaskan Croissant Dog." If you like big dogs they also have a "White Chested Floridian Apple Swamp" and a "King Waffle Tufted Screech Appaloosa Moon Boy."
Commenters online were cracking up. "As a veterinarian I can confirm these breeds are all accurate and super rare so good on you for recognizing them," wrote one person. "Sad Boy Scooby-Doodle really got me," someone else joked. "The Alaskan Marshmallow hound? We need s’more of those!" a third person kidded. "And people say there are never purebreds in shelters!" one commenter explained.
Mutts vs. Purebreds
Mutts...purebreds — what's the difference? To some people there's a huge chasm between the two and it's true that you should be aware of the differences before bringing a pup home.
If you're really partial to a certain breed, getting a purebred dog might seem like a no-brainer. But there are genetic and health concerns that come with these pooches. Many purebred dogs run the risk of inheriting diseases and health conditions — although it should be noted that all dogs are vulnerable to health issues, not just purebreds.
Mixed-breed dogs, or mutts have a slight advantage here. Because they are a mixture of different breeds, they're less likely to receive any specific breed's genes. That being said, dogs who are held in large groups tend to contract illnesses faster. However, in general mixed-breed dogs are regarded as being "sturdier" than purebred dogs.
A dog's temperament is another factor. Because most Purebred dogs were bred to do a certain task, they tend to be a bit more high-strung. Mutts have a reputation for being a little more laidback.
Additionally, purebred dogs, from a reputable breeder, will always cost more than a mutt from a shelter.
No matter what path you chose, choosing to adopt before heading to a breeder is for the best. You could really end up changing an animal's life.
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