Dog Adopting-Shelter Dogs Make Great Pets

Dog adopting is one way of providing a home for a dog and make sure he has the opportunity to live a full and happy life. The Humane Society estimates that as many as four million dogs and cats are euthanized every year because they have no homes to go to. A dog can go up for adoption for a variety of reasons. His owner may have died, moved, or is unable to afford to care for him any longer.

Sometimes, dogs wind up in shelters because they become lost or the owner developed allergies to him. There are many reasons why a dog or cat winds up in a shelter but usually it is not because they are bad dogs or have done anything wrong. All these dogs need is a new home and a chance at life. You can adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue group locally or online.

Dog adopting is a fairly quick and simple process. It can happen in a couple of minutes or take a couple of days. Depending upon where you adopt the dog from, you may be checked out by the agency to make sure you can properly care for him. They may visit your home to make sure you have room and a backyard that is dog friendly. They may call your landlord to make sure the dog will be welcome.

Once you have completed the adoption papers and have qualified to take the dog home, you’ll have to pay an adoption fee. This could be from $50 to $350. Before you can take the dog home, he has to undergo surgery to be sprayed or neutered if he has not had it done already. A couple of days after surgery, your new dog will be ready to come home with you.

You may be tempted to adopt every dog you see but you should take the time to select one that is a good match for your circumstances. Dogs have different personalities just like humans do, a lot of that depends upon the breed of the dog. Not every breed is suitable for life with small kids. Some breeds don’t get along well with other animals that might live in your home.

However, keep in mind that each dog, no matter what breed he is, has his own unique personality. You should spend enough time around the dog before you adopt it to get to know him and his personality. This can give you a good idea if the dog is able to fit into your household.

Dog adopting is not something to take lightly. You can make a big difference in a dog’s life and you should only adopt a dog if you intend to keep him for the rest of his life. Take advantage of all of the services offered by the adoption agency so that you select the best dog.

The Benefits of Adopting Shelter Dogs

Bringing a new dog as a family pet is quite easy. There are quite a few avenues to take. Open up any newspaper in the classifieds and you’ll see breeders selling puppies. Or if you’re computer savvy, you’ll be able to find some online ads. Then again, you can do it the old fashion way and visit your local pet store. However, perhaps the best way to acquire a new pet dog is to go to a local animal shelter.

It is an unfortunate fact that because of human carelessness, cruelty and abuse, a lot of unwanted and homeless dogs wind up in animal shelters. Unless the shelter is a “no kill” facility, a lot of dogs will lose out to the numbers game and be put to sleep. By adopting a shelter dog, you might be saving a dog’s life and get a grateful new companion in return. There are other benefits to adopting a dog from an animal shelter.

1. Shelters evaluate the adoption to ensure human-dog compatibility

2. Shelter’s provide a history of the dog and its temperament

3. Shelter dogs are up to date on their shots

4. By adopting a dog, it frees up resources and space to save another life

The last thing a shelter wants is to have a dog “returned” so the staff does its utmost in ensuring a good adoption. This is the reason why history, temperament and health evaluation are taken into account as well as dog-human compatibility. These services might not be provided at the local pet store or when a neighbor has a litter of new puppies for free.

There is also a misconception that there’s something wrong with shelter dogs – that there’s a behavioral issue or an obedience issue. This is why that when a former owner drops off a dog, the shelter collects as much information as possible: what the home life was like, whether it has been socialized with other dogs and children, whether it has been housebroken, whether it has had any obedience training and other important details. While it is true that the former owner would want to put himself in a good light as to why he is giving up the dog, for the most part, the information serves as a good point of reference. Gathering this information, the shelter does its best to find the right family for the dog.

Animal shelters are an important service for any community. Usually, the staff does its job on a shoestring budget with little to no public funding or support. It’s due to the tireless staff, volunteers and private donations that keep these shelters afloat. That is why when you adopt a new dog, consider adopting from an animal shelter. It’s the right thing to do for all involved.

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