Stumbled upon this helpful piece from the Reader’s Digest and thought that we would share it. It features Steve Grieg, a man who has adopted countless pets after losing his beloved dog.
In it, he shares his motivations. Here’s one was particularly thought-provoking:
Greig has had numerous direct messages on Instagram asking how he can bear to adopt senior dogs, knowing the end is near. The answer is simple for him: “Love doesn’t have a time frame.” He has never regretted taking in any of his animals, even once he loses them. “Whether it’s three months, three years, or ten years, it’s still love, and it enhances your life,” he says. These abandoned animals also still have a lot of love to give, which is just one of the things shelter dogs wish you knew.
Give the rest of this article a read to learn more about Steve Grieg’s journey as a serial adopter.