My friend is going to adopt a poodle rescued from a commercial breeding facility. She is considering a 3 year old or a six year old miniature poodle. both males. What are some good questions she should ask the rescue owner before she adopts the dog?
2006-08-31 14:10:16 · 9 answers · asked by Sharon L 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
A commercial breeding facility and a rescue are two different things.
If it is a breeding facility, make sure she is able to see both parents of the dog. Make sure she sees all areas - not just where the dogs stay. Ask what type of guarantee they have. Check the temperment of the dogs - if they are registered anywhere be sure to check with the people they are registered with to see if they are in good standing. A breeder should only breed one type of dog - and the dogs should not be kept in tiny wire cages. Make sure their skin and fur are good. I would also ask for a vet reference. Puppy mills are not good - and have your friend read up on puppy mills by doing a google search... its very sad what goes on there.
If it is a rescue, you can still get references (ask to speak with a vet they use). Ask about past history, why is the dog being adopted out? Was it a stray? Can it jump over high fences? Does it have a history of biting? Medical issues? what tests have been preformed? A reputable breeder will spay or neuter their dogs or at least have it in the adoption contract that you must do it.
I would also suggest that you ask what food the dog is on, so that they can make the transition easier
2006-08-31 14:28:08 · answer #1 · answered by Midwest 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The rescue place more than likely will not know a whole lot about the dog. Sine the dog came from a mill, more than likely it will have some sort of genetic medical problem that may not show up until later on. They would have done a temperment test on the dog, and usually rescues/shelters are pretty good about placing them in the right home.
I have had some experience with rescued mill dogs,aside from the medical problems, they "usually" (but not all) are very sweet dogs. I was surprised, seeing as how they have very little human contact, I would have thought they would be fear biters. I think they are just happy to finally get some love and attention.
2006-08-31 14:50:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know that rescued animals make the best pets....my aunt lives by this law and has a few dogs from puppy miles....they are terrible places.
The dog is not going to be used to being touched or loved so she is going to have be patient with the animal. The rescue owner will not be able to answer alot of questions...they know nothing about the dog besides its health and reactions of being in the shelter.
Just keep in mind that this dog isn't use to love and attention but they do get use to it! They will love you forever! I will suggest though getting the younger dog because he has not been in a change for that long. Plus he will have to be house broken because he has spent his whole life in a cage where it was ok to poop and pee where ever he was standing.
Please don't discourage your friend but make sure that they understand its going to be hard at first but in the end she will have a "Fur-ever Friend"
Good luck!
2006-08-31 17:06:44 · answer #3 · answered by freaking_airhead 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree that if the dog was rescued from a puppy mill, there won't be much information available. Ask about the state of the dog's health and about shots too. And check into neutering: If these are mill puppies, you definately don't want a next generation!
What about the dog's temperament? If he was neglected or abused, he will need a lot of attention to train and to teach not to be afraid.
Good luck!
2006-08-31 14:33:21 · answer #4 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well she can ask if there are any special needs for the dog and make sure that all shots nad worming has been done. They should have record of everything she needs to know...The only other thing I can say is way to go this world needs more people like her ...Maybe the puppy mills would slow down and hopefully be put out of business
2006-08-31 14:34:22 · answer #5 · answered by sandy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They probably won't be able to tell her much. Puppy mills are horrid places, with usually equally bad record keeping. The rescue group will probably have given it vaccines & treated it for ear mites, worms, etc. and had it groomed. What she is doing is commendable, but she will have a lot of behavioral & probably health problems to overcome. I am sure the rescue people will go over this thouroughly with her - their point is to get the dogs into a 'lifetime' home, not have it returned to them again. I hope it all works out - best of luck to her!
2006-08-31 14:15:29 · answer #6 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure they are current on vaccinations. They are Distemper, parvo, corona, rabies, bordatella and is current on heartworm prevention. Not all are required (corona and bordatella) but it is nice to have. If they are able to tell you if he is eating, drinking, pooping, peeing and energy level are normal. I would also take to a vet for a general exam and vx if they need it. Good luck.
2006-08-31 14:20:43 · answer #7 · answered by lavieja321 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well you should ask about the dogs temperament,about personality has the dog been around children past medical history does the dog have any other issues that need to be addressed?
2006-08-31 14:29:44 · answer #8 · answered by rose45 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She needs to ask "how much for both?" Then pay the fee, get them out of that hell hole and take them to a good vet to get them everything they need.
2006-08-31 19:27:15 · answer #9 · answered by kaschweigert 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋