Rescue Dog

The Alsatian, commonly known as the German Shepherd Dog, is a working dog breed that often acts as military dogs, guard dogs, police dogs, or search and rescue dogs. They are used because they can be trained in protection and obedience easily and they like to please their owners.

German Shepherd Dogs are large, strong dogs that have coats with either long or short hair. Their coats’ colors vary, but are mostly seen in tan and brown. However, there are some German Shepherds who are completely black or white. German Shepherds’ ears stand up erect and they also have long tails.

There are several lines of German Shepherd, all of which have different looks, behavior and skills. The international working line of German Shepherds are bred as working dogs. They are quite tough but their appearance varies. The North American show line of German Shepherds are bred for their appearance, which is unique to them. Their backs are more angled than a typical German Shepherd’s and unfortunately this can be bad for their backs. They are also believed to not have the working dog traits of the other lines. The international show line of German Shepherd Dog also is bred more so on appearance, so they typically look the same.

German Shepherds tend to develop great loyalty and are very obedient towards their owners. Due to their strong teeth and jaws, they can be trained to attack. Unfortunately, they can also become too aggressive or become fearful if not bred properly. Many of these types of dogs, who are either poorly bred or have owners who don’t train them properly, end up in puppy mills. Since German Shepherds are frequently used as attack and police dogs, they have received an image of being quite dangerous. However, most German Shepherds make great pets for families and are not aggressive.

German Shepherds are very emotional dogs and are quite loyal. They are sometimes used as guide dogs, but that is on the decline as they can get separation anxiety and trauma. As stated earlier, different lines of German Shepherds vary in temperament. Working dogs have more energy and are more obedient. They are intelligent and become upset if they do not get enough exercise. They like to have a job to do, which is why they are often used as rescue dogs. North American lines of German Shepherd Dogs are more fitted for the role of companions.

Due their large size, German Shepherds can suffer from elbow problems and hip dysplasia. They may have skin allergies or have von Willebrand’s disease. The average life span of a German Shepherd is twelve years.

German Shepherd Dogs were discovered in the late 1800s by Captain Max von Stephanitz and were meant to be a diverse working dog. American and British soldiers of World War I then brought German Shepherds to their homes and they became popular dogs. They were used as family pets and as working dogs.

German Shepherds are very versatile in the type of things they can do. They are highly intelligent and like to please and protect their owners. For this reason, they can become great guard dogs, rescue dogs, or police dogs and also make good pets for families.



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susieblue asked:


the dog is about five years, and iwant the home to be run by british people

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TM asked:


What better way to keep the issue in front o the public. That’l be the most famous dog in America. How can we get the suggestion out.
Oops, I was late – that’s what they’re doing already. Per the Humane Society, 25% of shelter dogs are purebred, specially w/ the economy, people losing their homes.
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Labrador rescues in Colorado are frequent, which is both good and bad news. It is good news in that more Labrador rescues means fewer Labs that are left to a cruel fate in animal shelters. It is bad news in that more Labrador rescues means more people have not thought about the responsibility they were incurring when they bought a cute Labrador puppy.

Labrador rescue in Denver alone is responsible for hundreds of Labrador Retrievers going to good homes instead of being left on the streets.

Labrador rescues in Colorado are accomplished in several ways.

* Labs may be rescued from shelters. If a Lab remains in the shelter a certain length of time, and no one chooses to adopt it, Labrador rescue comes to its aid, preventing euthanasia.

* Sometimes, Labrador rescues in Colorado are made, not by going out and getting the dog, but by the dog being delivered to the rescue group. Families that decide they can no longer provide the kind of home the Lab needs donate the dog, hoping it will find a good “forever” home.

* From time to time the Labrador rescue in Denver, Colorado receives Labs that were left behind when their owners died.

Labrador rescues in Denver, Colorado are not very different from those in other cities and states, of course. Many places are rescuing Labrador Retrievers and finding permanent homes for them.

Safe Harbor Lab Rescue

Safe Harbor Lab Rescue is a non-profit organization in Golden, Colorado – a western suburb of Denver. Like so many other Labrador rescue groups, Safe Harbor Lab Rescue is run by volunteers. Their purpose is to care for stray or surrendered Labrador Retrievers until a permanent home can be found for them.

Safe Harbor is in urgent need of foster homes in the Denver-Boulder area to help save the lives of lovable Labs.

Labrador Rescue Stories

Read stories of Labrador rescues, and you will see that these groups provide an important service. Just one story will give the idea.

Labrador rescue saved a 7-year old Lab from life in a small crate. From the time it was a puppy, this dog had been confined to its crate most of the day. It received little attention. It received little exercise. It had grown to be nearly 100 pounds, and had been house-trained, but still it remained in that small crate. Imagine its joy when Labrador rescue got it out of the crate and into a place where it could run and play. With the boundless energy of a Labrador Retriever having been held back for so long, a dog like this appreciates whoever gave it a second chance. Now this particular lovable Lab is just waiting for someone to give it a permanent home similar to the one it has at the Labrador rescue home.

Labrador rescue dogs are not always comfortable when they first go to a permanent home. They remember being in a home before. They may have had a bad experience. Many times, Labrador rescue dogs are afraid of everything in the new home. They hide behind furniture or in closets. They are very adaptable, however, and with patience and lots of love, new owners can turn a Labrador rescue dog into a lovable Lab.

Finding a Labrador Rescue Group

If you think you would like to adopt a Labrador rescue dog or puppy, you can easily find a Labrador rescue group. Use you favorite search engine, and enter the words “Labrador rescue” without quotation marks. If you have trouble finding one near your home, contact one of the others on the Internet and ask for help. They will often know, or can find out, whether there is a Labrador rescue home in your area.



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youngvet101 asked:


My sister is going to buy a rescued puppy and i was wondering what medium sized puppy breed would be best? she already has a short haired cat, and 2 pom dogs. what would be the best for all 3 animals. we were thinking a mix with beagle in it would that be good? Thanks!

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my mum got a rescue,saluki lurcher cross.gorgeous girl good as gold except when she goes for a walk,she will just stop for no reason look all around and refuse to budge!sometimes stamping your foot snaps her out of it but sometimes not,her last rescue dog did the same but worse,used to lie in the road (bassett)they do wierd things like that!anyway,is it a rescue dog thing?and any advice on what to try?
no cruel comments thanks

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You can find homeless dogs virtually everywhere. There are so many dogs out there that are left without a home and end up being displaced at a shelter for several reasons that shelters are a good first place to volunteer your time. If you are seriously thinking about helping any of these homeless dogs but aren’t sure what to do, the best way to improve the lives of any shelter dogs is to adopt one.

Giving any of these dogs a good home is the single most important thing that you can do. But if adopting a dog is just not an option for you right now, then there are several other things that you can do to help better the lives of many shelter dogs. Below are seven suggestions to keep in mind if you are interested in doing this.

1. First, visit your local animal shelter and spend as much time as you can with the dogs. Donating some of your time to simply hang out and play with these canine residents can make a huge difference in their lives. A lot of the time, the shelter staff are very busy with their regular work and simply don’t have the extra time to play with any of the dogs. Shelter employees can always use the help of others to come and play and socialize with these animals. Shelter workers will be more than happy to show you around the shelter and help you figure out what you can do to help.

As a volunteer, you can give them a little extra pampering by brushing their coats, taking the dogs for a walk around the block or just being there to hang out with them. Usually shelter dogs get very little attention and socialization, and a short visit with them does a lot to improve their overall well-being.

2. You can also volunteer to be a doggie foster parent and keep a rescued dog at your home until he or she finds a permanent, full-time home. This also goes a great way in helping the dog to adjust to family life. The overall socialization just can’t be beat!

3. You can also volunteer to take any of these dogs to an obedience class that will better their chances for possible adoption later. Behavior problems are the #1 reason many dogs are given up in the first place – a trained dog will be much easier to adopt out.

4. Sponsor fund raising parties for the shelter and donate all the cash to your local rescue organization. You may also ask for donations of items that you can bring to the shelter such as: blankets, food and treats, collars, leashes, toys, kennels, etc.

5. Help wash and groom the dogs and then bring them to adoption fairs.

6. Inform people about all upcoming dog adoptions and fairs and by being a shelter volunteer try placing an ad in your local paper or putting up flyers on bulletin boards and at dog parks.

7. Last but not the least, keep in mind that the best way to prevent dog shelter overcrowding in the first place is to spay or neuter your pets and to spread the word about the benefits of getting these house pets fixed.

Just following any of these methods can go a long way in helping the overcrowded situations in shelters all over the world. A little bit of your time can go a long way in any shelter dogs life.



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christina_fisher2 asked:


Where in Michigan can I go to rescue a puppy?

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♥ x Mrs x David x Tennant x ♥ asked:


im finally allowed a dog – but just a rescue dog. we live in hemel hempstead, and we will be visiting a friend in barnet who can drive us to london if we need to. what shelter is the best in london? we were thinking batterseas but i checked their website and all of their dogs dont appeal to us and the ones we would consider need experenced owners and we are first time owners.

we have a 11 year old (who is a dog fanatic and knows most things about dogs, including potty training and everything) and a rabbit and hamster. so this might mean not all the dogs are suitable for our home. we also have a very large garden and live a 50 second walk to a park. we live in a generally quiet village and we realy want to rescue.

how can we find the perfect dog? are all the dogs on the site or will there be more in the shelter when we visit? we dont want to adopt a puppy, nor do we want to adopt a older dog. only aged between 1 – 5 years old. size doesnt really matter. what dog stuff should we buy?

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Dogs are great rescuers. We all know that, but some of them are better at the job than others. What could be nobler than saving lives. Barry, who lived and made history between 1800 and 1814, was one of the greatest rescue dogs the world has ever seen. Barry was a Saint Bernard dog who earned worldwide fame for the brave rescue operations he carried out during his lifetime. His painting by Salvatore Rosa still hangs in a hospice in the Alps of Switzerland.

Saint Benard dogs have such a keen sense of smell that they can smell out people burried deep in the snow. Barry, like other Saint Bernard dogs, was trained by the monks to rescue lost travelers in the Alps. The Bernards, on finding a man to be recued, lie on top of the person and start licking his face to wake him up. Simultaneously they bark out aloud calling the monks for assistance, hearing which the monks would come with a stretcher and warm blankets to keep the person warm. The fellow is then taken to the monastry and is served warm tea and food.

Barry was an expert rescue dog well versed with the rescue drill and amongst his famous rescue adventures there is this famous story about a young boy who was found stranded on an icy ledge, all covered with thick snow under an ongoing, heavy snowfall. It was not possible for any man to climb that icy ledge, but Barry braving all adversity crawled inch by inch to the injured boy. As the drill has it, Barry started licking the boy’s face but the snowfall was too heavy and the ledge too difficult to climb for any monk to reach the boy. So, there was no help coming. The boy, however, woke up due to Barry’s warm licks and wrapped his arms around Barry’s strong neck. The dog pulled him carefully and bravely from the ledge and brought him to safety.

It is just one of the many gallant rescue stories of this great rescuer Saint Bernard. He lived from 1800 to 1814 and saved more than 40 lives in his lifetime.



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