Dogs are man’s best friends and for many reasons. They are loyal, friendly, and will do anything to keep you happy. After a tiresome day at work, when you come back home, you can always smile and forget your tiredness when you see your dog’s smiling face and wagging tag. Most people are into rescue dogs these days. They are literally looking for ways to save those pups and adult dogs, who are otherwise neglected. So, there is always growing demand for rescue dogs among pet lovers these days.
Even the adoption shelters are requesting people to adopt a rescue dog for a change, instead of buying a brand new puppy. This way, you are making ways for the little furry friends, who otherwise had no place to go. But there are some points that you must consider first before you plan to adopt any rescue dog. Some people might complain that my rescue dog is always sleeping and that is too common.
The adoption shelters are always requesting you to get rescue dogs, but there are 3 vital things that they won’t inform you. So, let’s get on with this article to know more about those three things first, and even before you decide to get hands-on a rescue dog.
1. Always know that your dog is scared:
Most probably, your new pup is just freaking out after seeing you and that’s absolutely fine. You should remember that this little furry friend has been through an ordeal. Maybe, he was surrendered by the previous owner, or picked up as a stray dog, or separated from his little mates and mum for the first time.
Rescue facilities, even though quite necessary and important, are not exactly quiet calm places. So, your new dog might have been in a cage or run, or maybe with more dogs in the same den with him, surrounded by even more dogs in nearby other cages. All of them are howling and barking! Then from somewhere, a stranger came up to him, put him in a car, and then took him to a new place completely. This adjustment can surely be scary for a dog and he will take time to adjust. So, you must give that to your rescued dog or pup.
2. Have no clue about your dog’s personality:
Obviously, this new dog has done something to charm you or you wouldn’t have chosen her over other rescued dogs! But, these dogs, mainly the older ones, can be pretty unpredictable. So, even if you find them passing the temperament test with flying colors, it is always mandatory to be safe. Be sure to never ever leave your children with a new dog alone, even when you find him to be the sweetest.
It is always better to wait for some caution time and until your dog is pretty comfortable in his new place. Not all rescued dogs are abused and not everyone has been poorly treated. But, they still had been through their fair share of trauma. So, give them some time to adjust before opening up more.
3. Make sure that your home remains pet-proof:
Much like making your homes child-proofed for the toddlers and newborns, the home needs to be free of all the items, which can potentially harm the new pets you just got from the rescued adoption shelters. Some of the common culprits to check in will be small toys, tiny items which are easier to swallow and even loose wires.
On the other hand, it is better to keep the cleaning solutions and medicines out of sight and reach. Maybe you have some house plants and some of which are poisonous to animals like sago palms, lilies and tulips. There are some common foods too, which can be petty toxic for your dogs. So, do your bit of research first before inviting a new dog over to stay with you forever!
Love your pet:
Whether a rescued pup or one from a breeder, it is important to love and care for your pet, much like any other living thing. Your pet is loyal and will remain so, till his last breath. So, show him love and respect, which he absolutely deserves!
I’m a 20-something stay-at-home mother and wife. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful daughter, two loving dogs, and a lazy cat. I wouldn’t change my life for anything! I love to read, listen to music, cook and blog!
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