Category: Adoption

It might be tempting to get a border collie knowing this kind of work attitude. The border collie breed is valued for their extraordinary intelligence and ability to breed – be it sheep or cattle, poultry or pigs and ostriches. But before you finally adopt a border collie from a rescue shelter, you need to first determine if a border collie is suitable for you and your lifestyle.

Border Collie Dog Breed

Many people are under the impression that these dogs are easy to handle and train because of their reputation as the best sheep shepherd in the world. Unknown to them, training a border collage is one of the most challenging tasks a border collie owner may face. To train them is like teaching a child genius who likes to think. And when the owner was tired and frustrated with what seemed to be causes of despair, these poor creatures were turned over to shelter. Training frontier collages require commitment and preparation. Not only that. Many border collages were also submitted because they had bitten someone, be it an adult or a child. Other people who haven’t displayed a strong instinct for painter also end up in the rescue.

So why save the border collie and endure the troubles he might cause?

There are many reasons why dog ​​adoption is recommended. First of all, not all rescue dogs, regardless of breed, are problem dogs. They may have been perceived as a problem by previous owners perhaps because this breed was not suitable for them, their lifestyle. Their previous owners may not understand what it takes to have a border collie for pets. In addition, most of the dogs in the shelter are already housed or socialized either by their previous owners or by shelter staff. Some have even finished their shot and been examined by a vet.

Through dog adoption, you are also helping your community by freeing up one space to accommodate other abandoned dogs. Most of these rescue shelters operate with little or no financial assistance from the government so that they can accommodate only a limited number of animals.

The idea of ​​adopting a dog isn’t bad at all. Just make sure that the border collie breed is right for you.

Animal cruelty is something close to the hearts of many. Many view it as abuse akin to child abuse, as animals are also powerless against human hands or neglect. It tends to arouse the same rage and rage as well, and there are now many institutions set up to help prevent animal cruelty, but there are also ways you can actively participate in making sure our animal friends aren’t abused.

Animal cruelty is something close to the hearts of many.

Many view it as abuse akin to child abuse, as animals are also powerless against human hands or neglect.

It tends to arouse the same rage and rage as well, and there are now many institutions set up to help prevent animal cruelty, as well as shelters where rescued animals find solace and comfort from their abusive or neglectful environment.

Years ago, not even a law was formed to protect animals from abuse, and the culprit could get away with doing whatever they wanted without consequences.

Now, there are animal protection laws established in nearly every state, and if you are found guilty of inhuman treatment of an animal, you are subject to anything from fines to community service to prison.

How To Fight Animal Cruelty?

While we’ve come a long way in legitimate animal protection laws, there is still room for improvement, as they’re not quite a rigid punishment in the eyes of most people, and still seem to be taken somewhat lightly.

Although I don’t get along with the extreme mentality of animal rights groups preaching vegetarianism and using tactics I don’t think is right to get their point, I certainly admire what they’re trying to do, which draws attention to the animal kingdom and gets the word out that friends Our furry friends need our help when they don’t have a voice of their own to defend themselves.

One can read about stories of inhuman treatment every week in any newspaper, and a few stories are enough to make one nauseous. There are stories of animals left at home without food or water, in their own waste and crawling with fleas and ticks, stories of farm animals being abandoned, neglected, under and abused, and horrific tales of household pets being beaten, starved, lost of care. , and even killed at the hands of those who were supposed to care for them, that all still needed to be dealt with.

There are steps you can take to ensure you are not a silent voice on your quest to prevent cruelty to animals, you just need to be aware of your surroundings and know what to watch out for.

You can report any suspicions to the local police, or if you have an agency that works with abused animals you can call them to investigate and fix too, usually APL (Animal Protective League) and other similar shelters and rights non-profit organizations. animals will be able to help too.

Some of the signs to look for you may already know, as most animal-loving people have an innate instinct to know when an animal has been abused or neglected. Many animals that have been abused physically will shy hands.

They will not want to approach you or anyone else, and may be especially leniency to their owners or react in an aggressive manner towards them or others.

While this does not necessarily indicate abuse, as some animals are just angry like that, it is a good underlying factor to look at when determining whether an animal has been physically abused.

If the animal has patches of hair that are missing or appear very thin, or even if they are infested with fleas, this may indicate neglect. Another one to look out for are the animals you see outside on very cold days, tied to chains for hours without warm shelter. This is dangerous and can be abused if the animal does not have shelter to retreat to.

Likewise if they are left chained outside for hours without food or water – water is of course the most vital of the two. Using your judgment, there are always animals that may be affiliated with certain situations, but if you consistently see this, and suspect it may be worth investigating by an animal protection agency officer or police department.

Of course the most obvious thing to judge is actually witnessing acts of animal abusen. If you see someone physically assaulting an animal, make sure you report this immediately, as this is the most overt and obvious form of animal abuse and it certainly warrants reporting for investigation.

When I was a kid, dog adoption meant buying a puppy from a shop in the mall. I’ve never even heard of such a thing as an animal rescue shelter. This is something I truly regret every day now that I’m an adult and dogs are a central part of my life. I wouldn’t even consider adopting a dog from anywhere other than animal rescue organizations or the local pound right now.

My insight into ethical dog adoption is a sad story. Sparing the details, I met people involved in animal rescue when I was taking a wild road running along a highway near my house. The poor man almost died of starvation. When I took him to a local humane community location, I was told that he would almost certainly be put down in a few days. Incredulous, I asked why. Their response: ‘He’s black and big, and big black breed dogs are a dime a dozen, so they are rarely adopted.’

Needless to say, I took getting lost with me.

There’s no way I’ll ever give up on getting a dog adoption success story out of the mess. After doing a little research, I found that animal rescue shelters exist in every state.

That’s how I learned about a local group that not only works on dog adoption for stray dogs, but they also operate under a “no killing” philosophy. This type of animal rescue organization, which thrives primarily on donations from the public, provides puppies and dogs with a good place to live while they wait for their loving families to take them home. And if they are never adopted, then they live their natural lives in comfort and with human friendship, even from volunteering in shelters.

I learned that the adoption of an orphaned dog from this animal rescue facility saves thousands of lives every year, nationwide. And most groups are overwhelmed by the number of stray dogs and people who want to get rid of them for whatever reason (usually for their own convenience). The main fault lies in the so-called puppy factory, which cranks up litter after litter for sale at your local pet store. And of course, the blame also lies with people not getting their dogs sterilized or sterilized. Bob Barker was right all this time! If even 50% of owners fix their animals, the situation will improve dramatically.

So embarked on my own journey to the good side of dog adoption.

I ended up marrying a woman who owned an animal rescue organization that adopted a “no killing” philosophy. We share our lives with many dogs, all mixed breeds, and all of whom we love completely.

Oh, and the stray I mentioned earlier that started my adopted dog wander? Her name is Cookie, and when I first found her she was skin and bones. That was before a loving family living near the large park adopted him from the animal rescue group. The last time I saw him, he was almost fat from all the food and had the time of his life playing in the park. I cry. Happy tears.

Next time dog adoption is on your agenda, please consider checking out an animal rescue shelter near you. Or go to the local pound. Save lives!

See how you can help improve the life of a homeless dog by adopting one from an animal shelter or pound. The facts and figures relating to abandoned and surrendered dogs in the US today are shocking … and heartbreaking! But there is a way for you to make a difference – adopt a puppy or rescue dog when you decide to add a four-legged companion to your family. This could be one of the most rewarding things you will ever do.

If you’re thinking about adding a new puppy to your family, why not consider adopting him from your local animal shelter or city Pound?

Most of the pounds and rescues are overflowing with dogs who crave for a loving home.

You may think that only older or ‘problem’ dogs end up in the shelter, but you’d be wrong!

Many older puppies and juvenile dogs (between 9 and 12 months of age) give up on shelters every day. And often the trash ‘oops’ (unexpected or unwanted puppy) or mama dog or abandoned trash, ends up there too. Even purebred dogs and puppies can be found in animal and pound shelters across the country (estimates of purebreds in shelters range from 25 – 40% of all homeless dogs).

The facts and figures surrounding homeless dogs in the United States are horrendous, and heartbreaking. According to the National Council on the Study and Policy of Pet Populations, about 2 MILLION dogs enter US shelters each year. And it’s getting worse – the statistics gathered by other groups are even higher, sometimes up to 8 MILLION + dogs give up every year! When you take into account that it is estimated that only 1 in 10 homeless dogs will ever be adopted, that’s a truly shocking and tragic picture.

These puppies and dogs are homeless without fault of their own, and most of them will make as healthy, loving, and wonderful pets as any pup you can get from a breeder.

Breed breed puppies from breeders can easily cost $ 1000- $ 1500 (and often more), while pure, rescued puppies often do not cost more than $ 300- $ 500.Mix breed homeless puppies will cost significantly less, depending on the pound cost or individual shelter.

There are also other financial savings.

When you adopt a pup from the pound or rescue center, it will likely be sterilized or sanitized and updated on all shots. You may even get additional ‘perks’, such as a discount on training classes or something similar.

Of course, saving money shouldn’t be a major consideration. Far more important is the fact that you can literally, literally, save lives! Not every pound or rescue shelter can have a ‘no kill policy’ in place, and millions of dogs are euthanized every year. This is despite the fact that they are very healthy, temperamentally healthy and want nothing more than home and family to call it their own.

Older / older puppies or dogs are more often at risk of being ‘simplified’ as they pass through the ‘cute puppy’ stage. However, these homeless dogs can make wonderful pets and are easier to care for, and settle down more quickly, when they are given the opportunity for a new home.

Puppies are adorable, but they are HARD WORK and very time and labor intensive. Even puppies that are slightly older (4 months plus) are easier to housebreak and train than 8 week old ‘baby’ puppies. Adult dogs (anything over 12 – 18 months) are generally well mannered, often have broken houses and are at least partially obedient trained, and come out of the ‘chew everything’ stage. All pluses for sure!

If you think you can adopt a puppy or dog, and give it a chance for a better life, go to your local City Pound or save some shelter and talk to the staff about homeless dogs there. They are usually very helpful and knowledgeable, and are more than happy to help you choose the right canine companion.

Obviously, every puppy or dog needs a little time adjusting to the new home and family. But lots of love, attention, patience, toys and a good diet are all they need.

So, moving on, give it some thoughts! Adopting a homeless puppy is probably one of the most rewarding things you will ever do. The puppy or dog that you bring home will be the one that is green

The idea of ​​having a pet is one that many people consider but they rarely take into account the various needs of their new pet when they start the process of adopting this pet. These people will just look about adopting any pet they see in pet stores and in pet shelters that look cute. It is only when the animal adoption process is over and they have brought a new family member home, that they are faced with the fact that they have adopted an animal.

Humanity for Animals

For these reasons and many others when you decide to adopt any type of pet you should see if you have the ability to take that pet. There are many different animals that can be considered pets. These pets generally include dogs, guinea pigs, cats, parrots, rabbits, hamsters, and various types of freshwater and saltwater fish.

While these are the main types of adopted pets that people consider to be friends or just regular pets, there are other exotic pets that some think would suit a pet. Pets of this breed include snakes, turtles, other reptiles and eagles, and even lion cubs.

Regardless of the type of animal you may be considering having there are certain factors that need to be considered before you go through the animal adoption procedure. These factors will include the animal’s emotional state, mental state and physical condition after you bring the animal to your home.

While you may think that owning a pet is easy there are many requirements that your new pet needs to look into. Since these different animals have different temperaments and requirements for their happiness and health, you will need to talk to your vet or shelter staff to understand the various needs of your new pet.

In animal adoption you bring home the likes and dislikes of the already established pets.

These likes and dislikes will extend even to their dietary requirements. When you are figuring out the right types of food for your new pet, you need to understand what foods will provide them with a good nutritious diet.

Many of these facts are worth thinking about when you are looking for animal adoption. Even though there are many pets that need a home and a lot of love you should be a match for their needs and future happiness. So until you are confident about giving 100% of your time and attention to these animals you may want to wait a while before you adopt a pet.