This holiday season, we're encouraging families that are thinking about getting a puppy to start by exploring the incredible pets waiting for homes at local shelters and rescues! By adopting, you’re giving a pet a second chance while also making room for another animal in need. Plus, every pet adopted from a shelter is already microchipped, vaccinated and spayed or neutered! Choosing adoption also ensures you aren't supporting puppy mills or irresponsible breeding. An investigation by the LA Tim