Dog rescue centres operating in the U.S. and other countries are great places to find the dog of your dreams (like a Golden Retriever!).
Rescued dogs for sale come in all ages, sizes and both sexes.
They all need homes, and will make wonderful, loving pets for people willing to give them a second chance.
Most rescue dogs are at the centres through no fault of their own. They're merely victims of circumstances.
Sometimes a family doesn't have the time to properly train and take care of a dog.
Other times, the owner may have a health problem, be going through a divorce, or have another family situation that makes dog ownership low on their list of priorities.
Sometimes dogs that need rescued are owned by elderly people who are forced by circumstances to move into small senior apartments, assisted living, or care homes that don't allow pets.
These owners often bring their beloved canine companions to dog rescue centres, hoping they'll be re-homed.
For that reason, many dedicated people work diligently to ensure that the next home will be a permanent one.
The best dog rescue centres get adequate histories from the previous owners.They fill in any gaps in the animal's history with their own observations and experience, and that of trained foster caretakers.
They may do some personality and temperament testing, as well.
The high success rate of dog rescue organizations comes as a result of their hard work at matching each rescue dog to a suitable family.
They want permanent loving homes for these canine victims, where they can enjoy long and rewarding relationships.
To help make sure the right dog goes to the right family, staff members may ask you about your home and yard, whether there will be anybody home during the day, and also whether you have any other pets.
Rescue groups will probably screen you as carefully as would a breeder selling you a puppy.
Before the dog is allowed to leave the kennel there may even be a home visit, as the rescue workers want to see if your home is suitable for the dog.
They have to be sure that your yard is escape-proof if you want a puppy and that there are no steep stairs if you wish to adopt an elderly dog.
You can usually rely on the staff's evaluation of the dog, their choice for you, and their help in his adjustment to his new environment. The last thing they want is for this dog to be uprooted once again.
Expect them to be firm and possibly even intimidating to make sure that you're the right person for this dog. You see, they already know the dog. They don't know you!
Since these rescued and recycled dogs have usually spent some time in a foster home for evaluation, you'll know something about your dog before you even take him home.
The staff will be able to tell you about his background, the reason he was given up, and how he relates to men, women, children, and other pets.
They'll also tell you candidly if, in their opinion, there are likely to be any temperament or health problems.
Required veterinary care--including, in most cases, spaying or neutering--is provided by these dog rescue groups before adoption.
The centre will supply you with the dog's veterinary record, so your own vet will be aware of your dog's medical background. They'll include a record of your pet's vaccinations, which you'll want to keep up to date.
They may also give you a few days' supply of the dog's regular food, so if you wish to switch him to a different food, you can make a gradual change in order to avoid digestive problems.
The adoption fees charged by dog rescue centres help pay for veterinary care for the rescue pets, as well as the expenses of operating the facility.
It's money well spent in the quest to find the best possible homes for well-deserving, loving dogs.
When you choose to adopt rescued dogs, you're choosing to give a good dog a second chance at life--and the chance to be your best friend.
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