| Dog rescue programs are readily available in most | | | | put the time in to do this. |
| areas of the country and are wonderful places to | | | | 3. Chewing: Since most rescue dogs are out of the |
| find the right pet. Rescue dogs are not typically | | | | early puppy stages, they will no longer be teething |
| problem dogs - they are healthy, happy dogs that | | | | and chewing everything within reach. |
| have been put up for adoption because of the | | | | 4. Companionship and bonding: adopting a dog means |
| owner's change of circumstance or compatibility | | | | you have a companion who can go anywhere with |
| issues. | | | | you from the beginning, instead of waiting for her to |
| There are many benefits to adopting a dog verses | | | | grow up so you can take her further than the front |
| raising a puppy. If you are considering getting a dog | | | | yard and she can ride in the car with you instead of |
| or puppy, it's good to take some time to reflect on | | | | being left at home all the time. Adult dogs bond very |
| what you really want and what kind of commitment | | | | quickly to new owners - this is their new "pack" and |
| you are realistically prepared to make. | | | | they adapt very readily when they know they are |
| Here are some of the benefits of adopting a dog: | | | | cared for and loved. Consider the added benefit that |
| | | | because you and this dog are well-matched from the |
| 1. Evaluation and placement: dog rescue groups will | | | | beginning, bonding will come naturally and |
| observe the dogs and gain a clear picture of the | | | | automatically. There won't be added stress like |
| dog's temperament and personality, and they focus | | | | unexpected behaviors or requirements in caring for |
| on placing these dogs in a home where they are | | | | your new dog. |
| very compatible. This is good news for you as you | | | | Whether adopting a dog or raising a puppy, dog |
| can make a more informed choice - but it also in their | | | | ownership requires commitment on your part. An |
| best interest because the goal is to get dogs out of | | | | adopted dog will need time to adjust to his new |
| rescue programs - not have them keep coming back | | | | environment, and a puppy needs to adjust to being |
| to dog rescue! | | | | separated from his mother and littermates and |
| 2. House training: Dogs that have been put up for | | | | everything that was familiar to him. All dogs require |
| adoption are usually house-trained, as they have been | | | | patience, firmness, and love from you in order to |
| living in someone's home - either with their previous | | | | make the relationship work and be a benefit to you |
| owner or a in a foster home. This will save you time | | | | both. As any dog owner knows, what you get in |
| and reduce the stress involved in trying to | | | | return makes it all worthwhile, a thousand times over. |
| housebreak your new dog if you aren't prepared to | | | | |