Read the excerpt from a speech petitioning people to adopt animals in need. i am here today to persuade you to see the benefit of adopting your next pet from the animal shelter instead of purchasing it from a pet store. it is crucial to see the value in adopting animals and hopefully putting pet stores out of business. the health and well-being of our animal friends is what is at stake here. many people think it would be fun to get a cute designer animal from a boutique pet shop, but once we all know the truth behind their practices, we will be lining up at the shelter to fall in love with an animal in need. your new dog may not be a purebred dog with official papers and a customized small size, but you will know that your animal is healthy and eternally grateful that you provided him with a warm home.