Questions about adoptiong a dog??

Question

What is a good website where you can adopt dogs?
And when you adopt a dog do you have to pay money?
If so how much is it?
What do you have to do after you get the dog?

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Yeah but i know that it's just do i have to make it have any shots or anything

Answer 1

Depends on your area, but I found a bunch of websites like stray rescue and human society, etc. There are always lots of dogs in need of a loving home, ready to be adopted. Do your research, call vets, or ask at petsmart stores about adoptions. Petsmart stores have animals for adoptions on the weekends. Generally fees are involved, it just depends on w here you adopt the dog from, and what kind of dog. It's important to think about the finances and care for the animal before adopting. There may be a fee for the pet, but also fees afterward for the remainder of the pet's life for shots, medications, grooming, etc.

It is important to prepare your home before bringing the dog home. Also, get all of the information (dates of shots, how much does the dog eat? what does the dog like? vet records, likes/dislikes, personality, etc.) you can about the pet before adoption (especially if you adopt from a previous owner).

Its important to give the dog adequate time and space to adjust to the new home. At first, be careful and don't force or pressure the dog to cuddle with you, play with you, etc. Let them feel it out first. Love the dog and establish trust. Dogs can sense your moods. I've read a few dog training books and had the help from a dog trainer.

Answer 2

If you don't see a dog you love at your local animal shelter, decide what kind of dog you want. Then do a search for "rescues" for that breed online. Some animal rescue organizations will ship an animal to you, but most prefer to see you or your home before placing an animal with you.

In the past, I have adopted registered Great Danes in two states by getting in touch with the Great Dane Rescue organization in those states. One was free, the other I paid a $300 'adoption fee' for.

Dogs have a lot of needs once you get them home. Not only do they have to have puppy shots, older dogs have to have annual booster shots, monthly worm treatments, and rabies vaccinations as per your county's regulations. Some counties require rabies vaccine every six months, others once a year and they are all required to be administered by a licensed Veterinarian. The other shots can be bought at a feed store and given by the pet owner. If you get a long-haired dog, it must be groomed regularly. If you are not proficient at that, then you have to take it to a professional. Short-haired dogs are much easier to groom at home. You will have to keep their claws trimmed or they might go lame.

Before you get a dog, you need to make a commitment to give the next ten or more years to the animal. It will need food and water, shelter, exercise, training, companionship, regular check-ups, and grooming. If it gets sick, you have to be willing and able to get it the medical attention it needs, and make the hard decision to have it euthanized if it can not be saved. Some major emergency medical treatments can run into the thousands of dollars. Minor ones can run in the hundreds. Are you equipped to handle that?

If you are prepared to handle all of that responsibility, please, check with your local animal shelter before looking online. There are so many homeless animals who need families in every town. Then, check into breed specific rescue organizations. And consider taking an older dog. Puppies usually go much faster while the older dogs are left behind.

Answer 3

The best thing to do if you are looking to adopt is to check out your local Humane Society. The Humane Society is a place pet owners can go to relinguish their pet. Animals are there for various reasons (ie. too many, landlord won't let them, allergies, etc.) All animals must go through a behavior test so they are all super sweet. A dog will run you less than 100 dollars (puppies will run a tad more and are harder to aquire from the Humane Society) from there and usually that includes spay or neuter, shots, vet check, a bag of food, and micro chip. There are tons of different dogs to choose from ranging from size to color to breed.

After you get the dog you will want to take it to the vet you plan to use to have a general check up (eventhough it will have just been seen by a vet at the Humane Society). Try your best to make a welcoming and comfortable home. Chances are the dog is very scared and will be timid at first, but they will go away once it starts feeling more at home. I recommend putting the dog through training classes to establish a well behaved dog that will be easier to control and love. There are tons of resources on taking care of a dog so I recommend checking them out either online or at your library.

Dogs are great and very loveable! Good luck with your search!

Answer 4

www.petfinder.org is a great start to find dogs for adoption, as well as visiting your local humane society.

- You usually have to pay money, to cover the shelter's cost of spaying/neutering and vet bills, food, etc

- Cost ranges from $50-$300 generally (still saves you a lot compared to getting a brand new puppy and paying all the vet bills yourself)

- Once you get your dog, you should take it to the vet asap just for a checkup. The vet will tell you which shots and stuff are necessary

- That's it!

Answer 5

www.petfinder.org
There are adoption fees involved and this usually includes the spaying or neuter along with shots. There are many expenses that are involved with having a dog. Shots, heartworm preventative, flea control (advantix) vet bills, toys, food and obedience classes if needed. Please carefully consider adopting any pet before you do and be sure that you are financially prepared for the responsibility. If you are, then Petfinder is a great organization who helps to find homes for animals who have been rescued or in shelters. Good luck!

Answer 6

Well, theres alot of webstes but I can give you one of them. There in http://nextdaypets.com http://puppy.com and theres a website about breeds that people don't know like http://akc.org and there's http://petfinder.com.

Yes when you adopt a dog, you do have to pay fees around $150 the less to $600 the most. But it is still much cheaper than buying a dog, $800-$1000+

After you get the dog, it should come with it's shots, you should have it registered at a vet for assurance, and get it clean and maintenced.

Answer 7

petfinder.org is a great website, the price depends on the dog, for example an adopted Yorkie can costs up to $3,000, but a mixed breed could be free. the best thing to do before getting a dog is to get its home set up, food water, bed, cage. when u get a dog, try to schedule a appointment with your veterinarian right after you get the dog so if anything is wrong with it you might be able to get a replacement, fix it, or a refund. and last but not least. love it unconditionally

Answer 8

Do you want mine, she's free. She's 8 or 9 months, has had 2 of her puppy shots, only needs 1 more set, it's only 42.00 dallars for her last shots. Her name is sky, she's a sibaran husky mixed with german shepard. She has 1 brown eye the other is half brown/and blue. She's black fur with a white under belly and white paws. Every friendly with everybody, plus children. She's a very loving dog. She's also house broken.

The only reason I ask is because I can not keep her, i'm moving into a place that does not allow bigger dogs.They have to be under a certain weight.

Answer 9

Your most needed dog is from the humane society. Many are put to sleep due to "their time is up" with the organization. Your choices will be overwhelming. A true canine lover will have a "soft spot" for all of them. Be wise......choose a breed you can handle depending on your living arrangements & the amount of time you will have for your pet. Good luck & oh, there is no price tag on your new 'best friend'!

Answer 10

Your local SPCA/shelter will be able to help you out. I think it's admirable you would like to rescue one. However, I'm a bit concerned about your question "What do you have to do after you get the dog?