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Reasons Why Pets Are Put Up For Adoption

December 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment

There are so many pets that are homeless nowadays.Eight to ten million of dogs and cats get come to shelters yearly, as pet the records of the United States Humane Society.As a matter of fact a shocking number of 4 to 5 million dogs and cats are being euthanized at these shelters.The cause?As there is not enough demand at shelters for the adoption of pets. 

These figures do not include those in small, local and home-based shelters.Animal rescue orgaiztions are there too which takes care of abandoned and ill-treated animals.  There are also hundred of animals left to stray in the streets.

Due to various reasons pets end up at a shelter.  There are pets that are abused and hurt by their owners thinking that this is another form of training and discipline among their pets.  Animals victims of these extreme cased can be rescued and if the animals are not showing any behavioural problems, may be put up for adoption. 

Another reason why there are so many animals in shelters is because there are more and more animals straying or roaming around.  There are guardians who let their pets roam outside their premises and never bother to look for them once they are gone.  Also these animals do not have any identification tags. Because of this it is hard to give them back to its owners. 

The most common reason that an animal shelter can hear from pet parents surrendering their pets is that they are moving.  There are guardians who do not want to pay to transport their pets, guardians moving to apartments not allowing pets inside, guardians who do not want to pay a pet deposit, and many more.  It is important to remember that pets are not old pieces of furniture that can be left behind just because you can buy another one.  Pets are living things that have repaid us with loyalty and devotion. 

Having a baby is another reason why pet parent give up their pets for adoption.  SPOT  (Stopping Pet Overpopulation Society, Inc), an alliance of animal lovers, dog/cats rescuers and veterinarians in Atlanta,  recommends that people have their family first then adopt a pet.  If it is not possible, then it is best to pick a breed or mixed bred that is known to be good with children. 

It is important to remember before getting a pet that they require attention, time and money.  There are pet parents surrendering their pets because they can no longer provide time to take care of them.  Also others may find it too expensive to raise and take care a pet.It is essential to know that owning a pet is a commitment which you are ready to take and you become liable in this regard for the upcoming ten to fifteen years.

Behavioural problems is also another reason for giving up a pet. Too much barking, chewing everything, too hyper or aggressiveness of the pets are the common cited behavioural problems cited.  Of course, dogs who did not undergo obedience training will be rambunctious and wild.Dogs who are not too social will be aggressive in behaviour against human beings or other animals. 

It is important for a parent to get a pet, only if, the parent wants it as much as the children want the animal.  Because if the children immediately lose interest on the pet, it is more likely that the unfortunate animal will be given up for adoption.  It is important to always ask yourself, a parent , before getting a pet the real reason for getting one.

There are also incidents that elderly guardians could no longer take care of their pets because of death or they would have to go to a nursing facility.  If the pet parent is already a senior citizen it is important to take into consideration the age of the pet and who will take care of it when the situation turn into worse.  If it is uncertain who will take care of the pet, it is best to adopt a pet that is already and wonderfully housebroken older dog. 

There are many reasons why pets are put up for adoption everyday.  It might be unfortunate events that happened to the pet parent or just avoidance of responsibility.It is essential to consider that whenever we are thinking of buying a pet, we are really ready for it and committed in caring of it. 

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Finding Purebred Rescue Dogs Familes Forever

September 29, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Adopting a pet from a local shelter is a great way to help save an animal from an uncertain future.  But what if you want a purebred?  Can you pick the breed you want and still save a life?  With a little help from a breed rescue, the answer is yes!

debragarrison Finding Purebred Rescue Dogs Familes Forever

Dr. Debra Garrison

Many dog owners admire the unique looks and personalities of purebreds, but also worry about the fate of millions of pets euthanized each year.

What many people don’t realize is that there are specific breed rescue organizations for almost every breed of dog, placing dogs in need to new homes.

Rescue groups are an invaluable resource in the on-going battle to keep millions of pets from being euthanized.

With armies of volunteers, these organizations not only rescue their specific breed from shelters and other situations, but provide them with medical care.  In many cases, these dogs are rescued just days – even hours – before euthanasia is scheduled.
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Patricia Humphries, a board member with the Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue says the success of rescue groups is due in part to their method of pairing dogs with owners.

“In a shelter situation, most people pick a dog with little or no guidance,” Humphries says.  “But with a breed rescue, both dogs and applicants are carefully screened to help find the right match between an individual dog and its new family.”

This point can’t be stressed enough.  Many of the millions of pets found in shelters each year are “repeat surrenders.”  Behavior issues, medical problems, or lack of knowledge keeps these pets returning.   In breed rescues, the overall goal is to find each and every dog its “forever” home.

Humphries says that some potential pet adopters may be hesitant of rescues because they believe most of these dogs will have “special needs.” Not true, she says.

“Breed rescues routinely receive young, healthy pets from families whose circumstances prevent them from properly caring for the animal,” Humphries explains.

Compared to shelters, breed rescues have high success rates placing dogs in lasting homes.   By evaluating the dog’s personality and thoroughly screening the potential owners, rescue groups have become proficient at matching the right dog to the right person.

In addition, education about the breed before the adoption and strong follow-up support after adoption helps new owners through this transition period.

Care should be taken when looking for a breed rescue.  Look for an organized rescue with a good website that is updated regularly.  The rescue should have 501c3 non-profit status and a set adoption process.

Humphries stresses patience when adopting from a breed rescue.  “Expect to fill out an application, provide references and have a home check done,” she says. “In most cases, a good rescue organization will probably take one to three weeks for the entire adoption process.”

New owners should expect to pay an adoption fee or donation, ranging from $100 up to $500.

Ultimately, these groups are all non-profit.  Adoption donations and fees allow the rescues to provide continued care for their foster animals and reach out to more dogs in need.

You should avoid individuals without an organized structure who adopt pets without doing home checks or allowing animals to go home the same day.

Dogs aren’t the only lucky recipients of this type of attention!   Purebred cat rescues exist, as well as rabbit rescues, horse groups and even organizations devoted to rescuing exotic pets such as turtles and other reptiles.

If you want to acquire a new purebred pet, consider saving a life as well!   Look for a breed rescue in your area.  An easy way to find rescues is to search for your breed on the Internet.   Go to Google.com and type your breed into the search box along with “rescue” and your state.  Check out www.petfinder.com and www.akc.org as well.

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Horse euthanized at Kentucky Derby

May 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Big Brown wins, with Eight Belles second and Denis of Cork third. Due to severe injury, Eight Belles was euthanized on the track. By Maryjean Wall

Eight Belles was euthanized on the track near the seven-eighths pole, on the far side of the turn near the start of the backstretch where she fell with her rider, Gabriel Saez.

The filly suffered compound fractures, according to Dr. Larry Bramlage, on-call veterinarian for the American Association of Equine Practitioners.

“There was absolutely nothing you could do,” Bramlage said.

Saez said that after the wire, after he stood up in the irons as jockeys do when they begin to ask their horse to slow down beyond the finish, “she started galloping funny and I tried to pull her up, but she went down.”

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