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How Do I Adopt A Dog?
Questions
To Ask Before Adopting A Shelter Dog
There are too many puppies being born and
sold by amateur breeders and not enough homeless dogs being
adopted and raised in a good homes with loving families. If
you are a true dog lover and have a passion for these animals,
consider visiting your local animal shelter instead of purchasing
a new puppy from the newspaper or pet store.
I realize that most families prefer to have a puppy raised
from birth, but there are thousands upon thousands of well
mannered, healthy dogs that need a home like yours. Most of
these dogs and puppies that are living in animal shelters are
there for various reasons that do not include acts of violence
or sickness.
In fact, it seems to be a common thought that dogs from animal
shelters are tainted. Yes, there are many of them that have
had problems in the past with abuse or have developed survival
instincts from living on the streets, but these animals can
all be trained to perfection in most cases.
How To Interview The Animal Shelter
Like any service or product, animal shelters are there to
provide a specific function that you, as a consumer, should
investigate before making your decision. There should be specific
questions asked which are directed straight to the animal shelter
that you are considering adopting a dog from.
Very important questions that should always be asked are about
how they take care of the dogs. Do they get more than just
food and water? Does the animal shelter place emphasis on socialization?
Do they allow the animals to move around and interact with
the other dogs?
Dogs To Avoid
The last thing you want to do is adopt a puppy who has been
crammed up in a small cage during its entire stay at the shelter.
This kind of treatment can certainly induce traumatic anxiety
disorders, stress, and fear of the outside world.
If the shelter does indeed allow their animals to socialize
and spend time outside of their cage, ask the staff how long
they are allowed to enjoy this free time and how much human
contact is received.
Another addition to your bag of questions when considering
dog adoption from an animal shelter is to find out about any
types of services that are offered after you bring home a new
dog.
Do they provide pamphlets or brochures that explain the best
way to handle an adopted dog or puppy? Are there tips in the
form of a newsletter or website information that can help your
adopted dog adjust easier? What about training, can they refer
you to a qualified dog trainer that specializes in shelter
animals?
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