Dog Training - Training Rescued Dogs

November 17, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Normal dog training requires patience that is greater nowhere else but childrearing. Training rescued dogs takes even more. Read more

Shelter Adoption – You Have Chosen A Dog To Bring Home, Now What?

November 10, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

One the most remarkable features about adopting a dog from the animal shelter is the diversity in the types of dogs that are available, their size, as well as the different temperaments. It is truly a fun experience for the family that is intent on going home with a newly adopted dog to choose from hundreds of different mixed breeds, all with interesting characteristics. Read more

Shelter Adoption – Why You Should Choose An Animal Shelter With Strict Adoption Policies

November 10, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Be aware that some of the dogs that are up for adoption at your local animal shelter are there for reasons that have to do with specific behavior issues. For example, many of these dogs may have had difficulty with housetraining, messy grooming needs, noisiness, not getting along with other pets or children, hyperactivity, biting, or destructiveness. Read more

Shelter Adoption – The Dog Adoption Option, Be Wise To The Process

November 10, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

When selecting a dog at your local animal shelter it is important to keep in mind that, just like people, animals are not perfect. Whether a dog is a $10,000 show dog or a mixed puppy that is “free to a good home”, each will have specific faults in either their physical bodies or psychological makeup. Read more

Shelter Adoption – Adopting A Dog From The Shelter Is Like Buying A New Car, You Never Know What You Are Going To Get

November 10, 2008 by Austin Pawers · 1 Comment 

Unfortunately, many dogs, who are otherwise healthy and happy animals, wake up one morning to find themselves without a home and quickly become guests at the local animal shelter or pound.  This happens every day, all around the world, when dog owners are not able or no longer willing to care for their pets. Read more

Adopting A Shelter Dog: More Questions You Must Ask Your Local Animal Shelter

November 8, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

There are too many puppies being born and sold by amateur breeders and not enough homeless dogs being adopted and raised in a good homes with loving families. If you are a true dog lover and have a passion for these animals, consider visiting your local animal shelter instead of purchasing a new puppy from the newspaper or pet store. Read more

Adopting A Shelter Dog: Be Prepared To Ask A Lot Of Questions

November 8, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Do you think you have what it takes to be a true dog lover? If there was one thing that you can do in this world that would greatly contribute to the canine family, would you be willing to sacrifice a little extra time and patience? Read more

7 Ways To Improve The Life Of Shelter And Rescue Dogs

November 5, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

There are many dogs out there that are, for several reasons, left without a home and end up being displaced at a shelter. If you are thinking about helping these homeless dogs but aren’t sure what to do, the best way to improve the lives of shelter dogs is to adopt one. Read more