Mutts It To Ya?

Your beagle/german shepherd/poodle mix can't be registered with the American Kennel Club and it's unlikely that any breed club will have you. She's a beautiful dog with a great personality. Where do you go? The American mutt-igrees Club, of course!

Muttigrees.org  was created to help change how mixed breed dogs are regarded and to showcase their wonderful characteristics and personalities. Muttigrees.org hopes to let dog seekers know that mutts in shelters have tons of love to give and can be great additions to any family. The American mutt-igrees Club also helps support animal welfare through funding from membership fees.

There are three levels of membership for mutt owners:

• FREE Membership - unlimited access to www.muttigrees.org.
• Pack Leader ($25/year) - same as free plus t-shirt and other goodies.
• Top Dog Membership ($100/year) - same as free and Pack Leader plus dog t-shirt or hat and other goodies.

There is also an "Advocate" membership for non-mutt owners at $25/year.
 
Members are encouraged to sign-up as a paying member as part of the proceeds go to animal welfare organizations. Membership enables you to share information about your own mutt-i-greeas well as get discounts on travel and pet items. You can share photos and enjoy videos from celebrities like Law & Order Criminal Intent's Kathryn Erbe.

You can subscribe to their blog and also follow Mutt-i-grees Club on Twitter.

Our shelters are filled with wonderful mixed breed dogs that need a loving home just like any other dog. If you are  thinking about adopting a new dog for your family, consider stopping by your local shelter or rescue organization and maybe you'll find your own loveable mutt-i-gree!