Many people are becoming more aware of puppy mills. In case you don’t know all the details, most puppies in pet stores are sourced from puppy mills. These are basically factories that force the breeding and “making” of dogs like a factory that makes televisions or curtains or any other product. The dogs are piled on top of each other and live in horrible conditions until they are taken to a pet store where you will pay huge amounts of money. Your money then helps keep puppy mills running. 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 quite a difficult life. Most have been abandoned. They are just waiting for someone to love them. So if you’re considering adopting a dog, that’s great! Just ask a few questions first so everything goes smoothly.
Adopting a dog is a commitment; similar to adopting a child if you think about it. You will be responsible for feeding your dog, making sure he is happy and comfortable, taking your dog to the vet for regular check-ups, being there if the dog is ever sick, providing a healthy living environment with fun and exercise, and giving him a human punishment. when the dog needs to learn something. We emphasize the human world, such as firmly saying “no” and other training techniques.
So let’s make sure to adopt the dog that suits you and your family.
Like your family or yourself if you live alone, what kind of dog do you want. How many years? Size? Gender? Are you open to several different races? Does race matter at all? Will you be happy with a hyperactive dog? A relaxed one? Know what you want before you walk through the door of an animal shelter or rescue.
So, it’s time to ask the shelter or animal rescue workers some questions. Do not be shy!
What do you know about the history of the dog? Is the dog afraid of people? If so, don’t worry, your love can slowly fix it. Ask him how old he is and what race he is. Ask if the dog has been spayed or neutered. Most rescues do this before giving up for adoption. If not, this will be one of your first priorities if you adopt that dog. Is the dog housebroken? If not, don’t worry, you can tame a dog by following a few simple instructions. You may ask what the dog’s personality is like, but remember, the dog will act very differently in a lonely shelter where the dog is scared and has no idea what is going on, as it will once in a peaceful and loving home. .
If you decide to adopt, get a complete medical history. This is important with regards to heartworm prevention, vaccinations, etc. Ask if they recommend a certain vet if you don’t know which one they’ll use.
Finally, in the rare event that adoption doesn’t work out, ask this. Will they take the dog back? Ask for something in writing. Now, it’s time to go out and find a sad dog silently crying out for a human being to love him.