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5 Vital Questions When Adopting A Rescue Dog

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When adopting a rescue there are added considerations on selecting the right dog for your lifestyle. Right at the top of the list is the awareness that your new rescue has a shady history, especially if it was a stray. Some dogs react aggressively while others withdrawal. 5) Was the dog a stray or an owner drop off?

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When Choosing A Pup, Research ‘Breeds’ Results

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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. Hopefully sharing my learning experience at the shelter will help you make informed decisions when they’re ready to adopt. Protect your pooch.

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Shelby at the Shelter

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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. Shelby slowly started to get comfortable with me in her kennel, and would make the occasional movement toward me. And I just sat for about 20 minutes.

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What To Do If Your Dog Gets A Cold

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Sneezing, runny nose, headache, even fever: these are the things that we human beings experience when we have a cold. It is pretty simple for the symptoms are pretty similar to what we experience. But having a cold is not just exclusive to us humans as our beloved pet dogs can get a cold too. Spotting The Problem.

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Is fostering the answer? We think it is.

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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. You will have the full support of the rescue group.

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