buying/adopting a puppy
My wife and I are going to adopt a dog. She had a Mini Schnauzer when she was a kid and she is quite set on getting another Schnauzer, and we are willing to wait even if it takes a while.
Can someone recommend some shelters which we can keep track of? I only know a few eg Humane Society...
Thanks for the tips!
Can someone recommend some shelters which we can keep track of? I only know a few eg Humane Society...
Thanks for the tips!
Last edited by silvergga; Mar 18, 2010 at 07:18 PM. Reason: edited to specify "mini" schnauzer
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My wife and I are going to adopt a dog. She had a Schnauzer when she was a kid and she is quite set on getting another Schnauzer, and we are willing to even if it takes a while.
Can someone recommend some shelters which we can keep track of? I only know a few eg Humane Society...
Thanks for the tips!
Can someone recommend some shelters which we can keep track of? I only know a few eg Humane Society...
Thanks for the tips!
I have a pure-bred and I have no regrets about getting the dog that I have. That said, nearly every breed does have a rescue organization and the dogs that they have tend to be very good dogs whose owners can no longer keep them.
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If you find a store SELLING puppies, never return there as they will most likely be in a lot of legal troubles soon after. 
Decide what kind of dog you want based on multiple factors. http://www.aspca.org/adoption/adoption-tips/
After you decide on what kind of dog you want, look at breed specific rescue agencies or REPUTABLE breeders, which can be found through the AKC or going to dog shows. Dogs from reputable breeders are going to cost more than backyard breeders, but are generally healthier (and have healthier parents).
Decide what kind of dog you want based on multiple factors. http://www.aspca.org/adoption/adoption-tips/
After you decide on what kind of dog you want, look at breed specific rescue agencies or REPUTABLE breeders, which can be found through the AKC or going to dog shows. Dogs from reputable breeders are going to cost more than backyard breeders, but are generally healthier (and have healthier parents).
thanks for all the great advice!
i don't really have a particular kind of dog in mind. i guess i have more of general characteristics than a particularly breed. i'd like one that's small-to-medium in size, short hair (so less shedding hopefully), and pretty mild in behavior (not super hyper but not super lazy).
the dog would actually be for my mom, so i'm more concerned about how it would behave than the actual breed. i think she's sorta reaching that age when she's starting to feel like she has nothing to do/take care of, so i was thinking maybe a dog might be a fun companion. maybe some of you guys have experience in that area to know whether aging moms are fond of furry new animals
i don't really have a particular kind of dog in mind. i guess i have more of general characteristics than a particularly breed. i'd like one that's small-to-medium in size, short hair (so less shedding hopefully), and pretty mild in behavior (not super hyper but not super lazy).
the dog would actually be for my mom, so i'm more concerned about how it would behave than the actual breed. i think she's sorta reaching that age when she's starting to feel like she has nothing to do/take care of, so i was thinking maybe a dog might be a fun companion. maybe some of you guys have experience in that area to know whether aging moms are fond of furry new animals
That being said, adopt a non-puppy!
Most places will interview you to see what kind of dog is right for you/your mom. I pretty much let the person fostering the dogs decide which dog was best for me and it worked out great. Plus, most dogs up for adoption are already house trained so you/she won't have to go through all the training/houseproofing that you would if you bought a puppy.
Thanks for the link! This is the exact rescue I need to look at. I found their Mid-Atlantic division's site but could not find the Norcal one!
Not sure if you are looking for a mini or not but here you go: http://www.mscnc.us/mainpgs/resgal.html
I have a pure-bred and I have no regrets about getting the dog that I have. That said, nearly every breed does have a rescue organization and the dogs that they have tend to be very good dogs whose owners can no longer keep them.
I have a pure-bred and I have no regrets about getting the dog that I have. That said, nearly every breed does have a rescue organization and the dogs that they have tend to be very good dogs whose owners can no longer keep them.
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Please find out if your mom is 100% willing to own a dog before getting one for her. She should be as much of the process as possible so she knows what she's in for. I personally wouldn't get any pet for someone as a gift unless you know for sure that they were going to get one anyway.
That being said, adopt a non-puppy! Most places will interview you to see what kind of dog is right for you/your mom. I pretty much let the person fostering the dogs decide which dog was best for me and it worked out great. Plus, most dogs up for adoption are already house trained so you/she won't have to go through all the training/houseproofing that you would if you bought a puppy.
That being said, adopt a non-puppy!
Most places will interview you to see what kind of dog is right for you/your mom. I pretty much let the person fostering the dogs decide which dog was best for me and it worked out great. Plus, most dogs up for adoption are already house trained so you/she won't have to go through all the training/houseproofing that you would if you bought a puppy. a non-puppy might be a good idea. for some reason, i had been fixated on a puppy, but now that you bring it up, an older dog could work out well too.
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BTW, did you know that THREE MILLION innocent dogs are put to death every year in just the USA alone due to overcrowding at shelters. Think about that for a second... 3 MILLION in a YEAR! That's like the holocaust (even more than the holocaust per year). It's really friggin sad and really hard for me to even think about.
RIP to all the great dogs that were never given a chance to live.
RIP to all the great dogs that were never given a chance to live.
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