If you're planning to buy someone a puppy for Christmas, then you should read a new article we published today entitled, "Buying a New Puppy for Christmas". Lee Ann Emig, who operates The Pet Nanny in Southern Illinois has prepared a list of tips and considerations for prospective puppy buyers.

A great idea that Lee Anne suggested is to instead buy an adoption certificate, which many shelters and rescues sell. It allows the recipient to choose a dog of their preference, instead of making that decision for them.