Puppies, puppies, and more puppies… They may bring smiles to the faces of animal lovers, but for those of us in rescue, the never-ending influx can be heartbreaking. For years, we’ve held on to the hope that things would get better—that education and awareness would slow the stream of unwanted litters. Sadly, we’re still waiting.

Let’s be clear: choosing not to spay or neuter your dog—male or female—is irresponsible. There’s no sugar-coating it. Just spend a day in a busy shelter, and you’ll understand. Animatch is fortunate: we can keep adoptable dogs until they find homes. But many shelters don’t have that luxury. Space runs out. Decisions must be made. It’s exhausting. And avoidable.

Now, meet Beaker, a bright little pup who came from one of those “oops” litters. He’s one of the lucky ones. He’ll never know life on the streets or in an overcrowded shelter. What he needs now is a family—one that will love him as much when his face turns grey as they do on the day they bring him home.

Beaker is all puppy: curious, playful, and full of beans. He’ll need exercise, consistency, patience, and most of all, your time. A family that’s around for much of the day would be ideal. He still has lots to learn, and like all puppies, he’ll thrive with structure and training. Beaker gets along well with other dogs, and an older canine buddy might be a great role model.

So, are you ready? A rescue dog may not come with a fancy pedigree, but what they offer is priceless—loyalty, gratitude, and unconditional love. Beaker is waiting for the start of his lifelong adventure. Maybe it’s with you.