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Tips on Hanlding Getting a Second-Hand Dog

Responsible Dog Ownership
With all the companionship and love that our dogs give so freely, it's hard to imagine that some owners just don't take .....
It's appealing to see ourself "saving"
an adult dog from an animal shelter but dealing with a dog with a troubled or insecure past can be very challenging.

The good news is that you'll be getting a full size dog so you know what to expect in that regard. He's likely to have at least some rudimentary training, perhaps from shelter personnel.

The worst thing that can happen is that the dog and the owner are not well matched. Inexperienced shelter
personnel might place a strong-willed,
dog with an elderly couple or a
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You love your dog. You would do anything for your dog. Well your home may not be the best place for your dog to live a long and .....

busy couple with young children.

Sometimes, owners over-estimate their
own abilities and under-estimate the
time commitment to handle dogs with
tricky or troubled personalities.
Good Dog Care Is Vital
Good dog care is vital

Dog care

Accepting responsibility of your new pet friend is truly .....

Many older dogs entering a new home
will not behave well. Expect problems
like whining, barking, destroying
things, and toilet mistakes.

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That's because the dogs are anxious and do not feel safe in the new home. Do not take this behavior personally and try not to become angry.

Please recognize that the concept of
gratitude is a human one. It does not
exist in dogdom.

On the other hand, some owners make the opposite mistake and become too
indulgent with these dogs. That will
only increase the dog's insecurity and
may create a dog that can't bear to be
away from its ......

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