Dog Adoption?

Question

I was thinking of getting a dog from the pound. I was wondering what kind i should get and if pund dogs stay healthy and live a long time like dogs form breeders. Any Advice??

Answer 1

Whether or not a dog is going to live a long time and stay healthy depends on the dog. It's not like the pound is buying dogs cut rate from Chinese black market pirate dog dealers. A lot of the time they're the same dogs you would find in pet shops or at the breeders, which got lost, had owners who just couldn't take care of them any more, etc.

I used to breed dogs, so I'm familiar with high quality dogs (which means after five minutes I can tell you all about its health and whether or not its worth adopting and wouldn't go home with a problematic one), and to be honest my last three dogs have all been rescues, and they've been the happiest, friendliest, most loving dogs I've ever had. Not a thing in the world wrong with them.

My only advice would be to foster one first so you can take it home for a week or so and see how it fits in with your life, and to take it to a vet when you decide on one to keep, and have a full check-up and physical done so there aren't any surprises down the road.

Answer 2

When your looking to adopt a dog from the pound things you should look for are:
Is the dog nice?
Is the dog basically healthy?
Is it agressive around food?
Does it like being around children?

In addition, try to get a dog from a pound that does not support putting the dogs asleep.

Any dog lives a long time either if they were from the pound or not. Dogs from the pound are dogs that some asshole decided they didn't want a dog anymore so theyjust dropped them off at the pound without a care in the world about how the dog felt. For all you know the dog could be a pure breed.
It also depends on (with breeders) who breeds the dogs. Some people run puppy mills and keep producing the dogs too fast for the poor mothers so the poor puppys aren't as healthy. If you do decide to get a dog from the breeder, make sure their place is clean, and not a puppy mill, also make sure that when being raised the puppy and mother were well taken care of and still are.

Answer 3

There are a whole range of things you need to think about in order to know what type of dog you want. If you go to www.doggierescue.com.au and then about 2/3 the way down there is a face shot of a cute little dog, under there is a link to some thinngs to think about. there is also an adoption form. This is the form we ask people to fill out so we can match them with the right dog.

Things to think about
large or small
short hair or long (remember short hair dogs shed more)
inside or outside
only animal or have others
are their young children or elderly people
how secure is your yard
how big is your yard
will you do training
How long will the dog be alone during the day.

these are some of the things you need to think about.

Have a look at the website of the pound you are going to and have a look at the dogs they have. make a list of ones you like. once you are there they should tell you if the ones you like are suitable for you or not.

Remember that a dogs behaviour will change once it is at home and being loved again. this may take a few weeks for them to settle in and build trust in you. Once they do though, they are the best friends ever.

I have 2 rescue dogs and a pet shop puppy. they are all wonderful dogs.

If you need any other information send me an email

Paul

Answer 4

I got a dog from the pound and another from a breeder. the one adopted from the SPCA is an amazing dog. I personally think that dogs from the pound are the best ones because they seem a lot happier and grateful, my dog is always around and is very sweet. just make sure you don't pick out an aggressive dog. generally the dogs are just as healthy as dogs from puppy mills, possibly even healthier because there's fewer of them and they get individual attention. there's usually a lot of variety in pounds that you can choose from, make a visit to your local shelter and ask to see some of the dogs, the people down there should be helpful.

Answer 5

The last dog I adopted was a yellow lab/ husky mix. He was from the pound and he came with all of his initial shots and had a chip placed in his shoulder area in case he was ever lost. He is very healthy. My shelter is a no-kill shelter and only will put an animal down if it is very sick. There are some animals that have suffered abuse so they might be a little sketchy. Also, some breeders are not exactly reputable. Some are only there for the money. If you go with a breeder check them out carefully.

Answer 6

I think that is an excellent idea. There are so many unwanted dogs who don't get adopted and many of them turn out to be the best companions you would want. Some types of registered dogs from breeders are not of good quality because they have been inbred and have many health problems. I think all dogs from the pound have to be checked out by vets before they can be adopted and most pounds require you to have the pup spayed or neutered. Good luck, hope you find your companion.

Answer 7

I'd say pound dogs are as healthy as dogs from breeders. Some would say the pound dogs are more healthy. Generally you'd be adopting a dog that's up to date on shots and thoroughly checked by a vet. Check out this site. I got my two dogs there at Christmastime. :)

Answer 8

I've got a great dog I got from a local Humane Society place. I got my little mixed-breed dog in 1998, and she's still going strong! She is very healthy, friendly, good-tempered, etc.

Mixed breed dogs tend to be healthier in the long run because they don't have strong, direct links to genetic disorders brought about by decades of breeding.

You may want to look into "fostering" a pet for a local shelter. This gives you the opportunity to have the pet in your home and see if you're all compatible, etc. before you make your ultimate decision.

Best of everything!

Answer 9

I got my dog, Barney, at the pound 11 years ago and he has been the best dog! He is a mix of beagle& lab -very healthy and active. My advice would be to take your time when choosing a dog and spend some time playing with him to see if he has a good disposition.

Answer 10

Shelter dogs are the best! I have one who's a mix of all the best breeds. He's very active, healthy and friendly! Adopt a pound puppy and save a life today!