Celebrity Rescue Pets

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Ask Tori Spelling about her dogs Mimi La Rue, Ferris and Chiquita or question Kristin Bell about Lola, Mr. Shakes and Sadie and what you'll find behind each animal is a story. A story about how both actresses found their favorite furry friends, what rescue shelters they came from, and what animal charities they advocate.Did you know thta 25 percent of the animals in a shelter are purebred?" That means before forking out tons of money to a breeder or pet store, you should visit your local shelter.

Shelters have shaggy dogs, fluffy cats, lovable puppies, frisky kittens and many more options for any pet lover who is looking to give an animal a home. Rescue animals tend to be devoted, affectionate companions and many have the basic training and coping skills they need, which makes a smooth transition into your lifestyle.Many celebrities are animal advocates who lend their voice to a variety of nonprofit organizations that are designed to help reduce the number of animals that are euthanized as well as abandoned.Tori Spelling, Alicia Silverstone and Nicollette Sheridan are just a few known celebrities to give a dog a bone and a home. They all advocate animal rights and confess that their dogs have taught them how to be more loving, nurturing and affectionate. "Loving an animal is simple, it truly enables you to decipher what's real again," says Kristin Bell.Below you'll find a couple of nonprofit organizations where you can find a little unconditional love for a fraction of the cost.New Leash on Life is a non-profit organization located in Santa Clarita, California. This facility rescues dogs from a variety of shelters and puts every dog through an obedience course before putting them up for adoption. The training ensures that the adoptive family has a better opportunity to develop a healthier bond and maintain a solid relationship.Animal Alliance is another nonprofit organization that lends support to our furry friends that have been abandoned or put in precarious situations. Deborah Corday and Ellen Laventhal run this facility and also have designed T-shirts with a Conscious. These t-shirts promote rescuing animals and they have caught on with certain celebrities around town, including Paris Hilton, Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, Pamela Anderson, Macey Gray and Madonna's daughter, Lourdes.Not only have this dynamic duo helped underprivileged families with their animal care, they have found hundreds of cats loving homes and adoring owners, as well. With the proceeds from their stylish tees they continue to save cats throughout the Los Angeles area." For more information on Animal Alliance, visit their website at www.animalalliance.net.Jessica Alba recommends www.petfinder.com, Tori Spelling advocates Much Love and Kristen Bell suggests searching your local animal shelter. Wherever you decide to visit isn't as important as giving an animal a second chance. It will save their life, isn't that enough?