Rescue Dog

Many people are becoming more aware about puppy mills. In case you do not know all of the details, the majority of puppies in pet stores are obtained from puppy mills. These are basically factories that force breeding and “make” dogs just like a factory that makes TV’s or curtains or any other product. Dogs are stacked on top of one another and live in horrible conditions until brought to a pet store where you will pay huge amounts of money. Your money then helps keep the puppy mills going. For this reason, many more people are adopting dogs.

It is not true that dogs in rescues or shelters are “bad” dogs. Most are sad. Most have had a rather difficult life. Most have been abandoned. They are simply waiting for someone to love them. So, if you are considering adopting a dog, that is wonderful! Just ask some questions first so that all goes well.

Adopting a dog is a commitment; akin to adopting a child if you think about it. You will be responsible for feeding your dog, making sure your dog is happy and comfortable, bringing your dog to the vet for regular checkups, being there if the dog is ever ill, providing a healthy living environment with fun and exercise and giving humane punishment when the dog needs to learn something. We stress the world humane, as in firmly saying “no” and other training techniques.

So, let’s make sure you adopt the dog that fits you and your family.

As you family or yourself if you are living alone what type of dog you wish for. What age? Size? Gender? Are you open to several different breeds? Does breed matter at all? Will you be happy with a hyper dog? A relaxed one? Know what you want before you want into the doorway of a shelter or animal rescue.

Then, it is time to ask the shelter or animal rescue workers some questions. Do not be shy!

What do they know about the dog’s history? Is the dog afraid of people? If so, no worries, your love can slowly fix that. Ask his age and what breed he is. Ask if the dog has been spayed or neutered. Most rescues have this done before adopting out. If not, this will be one of your first priorites if adopting that dog. Is the dog housebroken? If not, no worries, you can house break a dog by following simple instructions for this. You may ask what the dog’s personality is like, but remember, the dog is going to act much different in a lonely shelter where the dog is afraid and has no idea what is happening as he is going to act once in a peaceful and loving home.

If deciding to adopt, get a complete medical history. This is important regarding heartworm prevention, vaccinations, etc. Ask if they reccomend a certain vet, if you do not know which one you will be using.

Finally, in the rare case the adoption does not work out, ask out this. Will they take the dog back? Ask for something in writing. Now, it is time to go out there and find a sad dog that is silently crying out for a human to love him.



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Red (UK) asked:


I’m in the UK and we don’t have petfinder – I wish we did as a central search of all dog shelters is so cool! I have been searching on line and found this – not sure it has all shelters listed (the big ones like RSPCA, Dogs Trust and Battersea are not here I don’t think – they have separate sites) but it’s a good idea don’t you think?

Do you know of any other rescue sites like this in the UK?
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Pit Bulls are in rescue for many reasons. The most common one is simply because their first owners did not think things through properly when they decided to get a Pit Bull. Another reason is that the dog did not get along well with the children or other pets in the house. Some Pit Bulls were rescued from illegal dog-fighting operations and will require extra care and rehabilitation. These dogs need special attention with experienced owners.

There are many Pit Bull rescue groups available that have these pets screened for temperament and health problems. However, just like what you would expect from a good breeder, there are organizations that are very picky about prospective homes for these abandoned dogs. Experienced rescue groups evaluate the needs and special requirements of each dog in their care and help you get a dog that fits well with your situation and lifestyle.

Because most of these dogs in rescue have already been to too many homes, you have to choose one very carefully to make sure that your home will be the one where he can settle in permanently. Contact your local animal shelter and ask to be notified if a Pit Bull should become available.

Where to look when shopping for a Pit Bull

When searching for the right Pit Bull puppy, some common sources include online ads, newspaper ads, rescue groups, and professional as well as hobby breeders.

You have to be careful about getting a dog from a newspaper ad. Although there are some reputable breeders who advertise in the paper, finding your Pit Bull in the classifieds is not often a good idea. Most ads in the paper are placed by inexperienced breeders who naively breed their pet thinking that they can make a quick buck. They seldom have the resources or knowledge to produce healthy and well adjusted puppies.

Would you take home a rescued Pit Bull? Many Pit Bulls are abandoned by their previous owners and in need of new and permanent homes. Most of these dogs will make tender, loyal, and trustworthy pets. However, a few of them may require special care and attention in order to help them recover from their past experiences.

Professional and hobby breeders who place ads in magazine or put up a site online tend to be serious about their dogs. You can find a wide variety of quality Pit Bulls from breeders who either have a web site dedicated to their dogs or those who advertise in an all-breed or specific breed magazines.



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Choosing a new dog might seem to be a very simple and one way task, but there are indeed a lot a factors to consider. And when one embarks on it, it could be quite confusing and exhausting. With proper information at hand, choosing a dog can be a lot of fun. The main point to consider is finding the kind of dog that would fit and complement you, the owner.

Among the things that will have to be considered and discussed before getting a new dog are: 1. Who will have the primary responsibility of caring for and training the dog?2. The expenses to be incurred for food, dog care, and the rest of the dog’s needs like supplies, bed, crate, among otherthings.3. The veterinarian that you will choose for your new dog.

Different breeds of dogs fit different peoples’s lifestyle. There are dogs that are suited for the elderly, dogs for people with active lifestyles, and dogs for families with children.

Would you get a puppy or a grown up dog? Taking care of a puppy would require more attention and more trips to the vet, while getting an older dog will mean extra effort in establishing a bond between master and pet.

The breed of the dog is also a very important factor to consider. Temparament, activities, and other needs of a dog are sometimes influenced by its breed.

If its a pure breed dog that you want, your local kennel club is the best source of information. It should have access to reputable area breeders. A veterinarian can also provide reliable information where to find breeders for your dog of choice.

If its a hunting dog that you want, I would suggest the sporting breeds like the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. Breeds of these nature are easy to train and are good with children, but they require an active lifestyle.

For experienced owners, recommended dogs are those from the AKC’s working group like the Siberian Husky, the Rottweiler, the Akita, the Bullmastiff, and the Giant Schnauzer. Hip dysplasia is common among these breeds, to be sure to get this type of dog from a reputable breeder.

Small dogs are ideal for apartment dwellers and people with older children. Dogs in this group include the Pug, the Shih Tzu, the Pomeranian, and the Maltese. These small dogs still require training and a fair amount of exercise. These small dogs are very popular today.

People who have a farm and work livestock may want to consider dogs from the herding group like the Border Collie, the Australian Shepherd, the German Shepherd, and the Shetland Sheepdog. The Border Collie is a very intelligent dog that requires a lot of exercise, both physical and mental. If you want to spend a lot of active time with a dog, you might choose a dog like this.

Adoption is also a very good option, since there is such a huge dog population. Assistance in this area can be obtained from your local humane society or dog rescue organization.

When choosing a dog, do take your time. It could be a very enlightening and enjoyable adventure. Do some research, or better yet, talk to dog owners, groomers, breeders, and veterinarians. They have first hand information and they can give you sound advice from their experience. This will help ensure that the dog of your choice will fit into your lifestyle and you’ll have the chance to enjoy your dog more.



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Gypsie asked:


I have a 9 month old Springer Spaniel I can no longer take care of. I need to find him a new home but I don’t want to take him to a kennel or rescue centre like the RSPCA. I couldn’t bare to leave him in a kennel. I want to be able to vet the person who takes him and make sure myself that they are suitable owners. Does anyone know of a good web site to advertise him on or have any good ideas about finding him a new home without having to leave him in kennels? I’m in North West area UK.
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Dog rescue groups are designed primarily to rescue any breed of dog that is being abused by their owners. The various dog rescue groups can legally go into a house and take any dog out that is being mistreated. In addition to rescuing dogs from abusive owners dog rescue groups will also recover the various dogs that are at the overcrowded pounds.

The other types of dogs that dog rescue groups go to the aid of is that of the many different strays and abandoned dogs. These dogs are all taken to dog rescue centers. At these centers the staff will calm the frightened animal down. Once the trust of the animal has been gained the staff will wash and clean the dirt and other matter that has accumulated on the dogs.

When the dog has been thoroughly cleaned the veterinarian from the dog rescue group will begin healing the many cuts, scrapes and wounds that are on the dog. In addition any internal and external parasites are gotten rid of. The result of this is the dog has a better chance for a full recovery.

Once the grooming process and the medical examination has been finished the dog is petted and given lots of love. For many of these dogs this is the first time in their entire life that they are cared for and made comfortable and free. These dogs will also be given a nutritious meal so that they can begin to look healthy.

Before these dogs are ready to be adopted the dog rescue groups will place the dogs in foster care. The various families who take care of these unwanted dogs are used to caring for and training these dogs to become loving members of a family.

The various social and behavioral lessons that many adoptive families want from their new four legged family members will be well learnt before the dog rescue groups will consider that the dogs in their shelter are ready for adoption.

When a successful adoption has been accomplished the dog rescue group will provide counseling for the adoptive family to get used to the presence of their new pet and the changes that are present in their lives as a result of a pet. These are the many faces of dog rescue groups.

These dog rescue groups provide us with a valuable alternative to euthanizing unwanted dogs and puppies. The next time that you hear about a dog rescue group in your area you may want to see how you can help these groups look after the many needs of their doggy tenants.



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Janey asked:


my newly rescued jack Russel who i saved from a bad family memebr, has developed a problem.

he is aggressive towards dogs and people. but this is weird. he will growl at them and start being aggressive, and say if the person strokes him hes fine with them, same with dogs. he gets really friendly and is nice to them. he will only get agressive if the perosn or dog doesnt greet him?

when he growl at other dogsthey dont take it well and growl back.

he had a abusive background. form the first owner who had a dog that attacked him all the time.

someone advised me that i should socialize him more with dogs and people so he gets over his aggression. but im scared there wil be a big dog fight, is this person right. advice and recommends would be great.

i don’t know if i should take him to training classes due to being other dogs he might kick off with them.

i live in uk. and im 14

ps i am not giving my jack russel up, i just want advise ,good websites and possile personal trainners and tips to help. or if anyone has exerinced this and want they did to help.

thank you very much

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There is a group of people that work hard, most times for no pay, to catch the Bassett Hounds that fall through the cracks of life and it is these people that make up The Bassett Hounds Rescue Organization. If you want a wonderful family pet you should consider looking to this group of dedicated people. They can help. They are the premier group that specializes in saving and adopting out Bassett Hounds in the United States and in some other counties of the world.

The Bassett Hound Rescue Organization is made up of people that give of their time to make sure that Bassett Hounds are not left out in the cold, literally. They were founded to rescue, rehabilitate and place Bassett Hounds that have been given up or abandoned.

The organization is not setup to judge why the dogs are in this situation but to help the Bassett Hounds recover from it. Their aim is to expedite the rescue of Bassett Hounds by assessing an incoming dog, providing interim foster care when needed and then re-homing the dog with a new individual or family that matches the dogs needs.

They want these adoptions to be life long, and take it very seriously! To accomplish this goal they rely heavily on qualified foster volunteers.

The dog may need transportation to a vet during the foster stay plus grooming as is required. Most importantly, the dog will need human attention to minimize the stress of the adjustment to this new environment and during this time of transition.

Some rescue groups will have experienced volunteers to treat the dogs brought in and others will have a vet they work with to examine dogs entrusted to their care. After the health of the dog is established and their needs are assessed, he or she is matched with an available foster home.

After the Bassett Hounds are placed in the foster home, every attempt is made to make the Bassett Hounds feel comfortable and secure until a new home can be found. An adoption profile is often used to match the needs and requirements of the dog with those of the potential adopting family.

Each organization has its own set of rules for adoption and there usually is some sort of contract that formalizes the agreement. Each group may have varying guidelines but they usually include at least something like the following:

1.The dog is to be housed inside at night and may be outside during the day provided there is a place to protect them from the elements.

2.It is strongly suggested that the Bassett Hounds have a fenced yard not only for their enjoyment but for their safety.

3.If there is a swimming pool it must be fenced as Bassett Hounds tend to have trouble navigating in a pool and may drowned.

4.If the dog ever has to be given up again, he will be returned to the rescue unless the subsequent new family is approved by the Bassett Hounds Rescue Organization.

Every potential adopting family is encouraged to make sure this breed of dog is right for their lifestyle. They are not disposable objects. This animal relies on you for their total existence and it is important that that trust be fulfilled.

If you have made it this far in this document you must surly have some interest in these beautiful dogs. If you decide a Bassett Hound is the dog for you then think of adopting through your regional rescue organization.



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