4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 30, 2011
With the growing awareness of pet overpopulation more and more families are choosing to adopt a shelter dog and save a life. When adopting a rescue there are added considerations on selecting the right dog for your lifestyle. Many factors need to be considered including breed, size and energy level. 1) What is the dog’s temperament?
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 25, 2012
It was the first time I really wouldn’t see my pups on a regular basis or even be able to adopt one (or a few) of my own. One of my favorite experiences was the chance to work with Shelby, a dog that was absolutely terrified of men. I remember seeing her shaking as I slowly knelt at her kennel. I was heartbroken.
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4 The Love Of Animals
OCTOBER 26, 2011
His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. After talking to the owner of the shelter however, I learned there was more to adopting little Chester, or any pet for that matter, than my love at first bark.
Animal Person
NOVEMBER 1, 2010
And I received confirmation of something I've known since 2004, when we adopted retired racing greyhound, Violet Rays: That there's sort of a critical period for dog-behavior acquisition, and if it's missed, the dog isn't likely to mature into the type of loving being whose behavior we've come to associate with "pet" dogs.
4 The Love Of Animals
JUNE 26, 2014
Animals in the tri-state area are euthanized daily, rescue groups are unable to save as many lives as they wish, and animals spend years in boarding kennels while awaiting adopters to fall in love with them. Fostering is a wonderful experience. For an adopter, it makes the process a little easier. There is less guessing.
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