{"id":9886,"date":"2015-08-25T00:34:33","date_gmt":"2015-08-25T00:34:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doo-n-go.com\/adopt-a-shelter-pet-month-2\/"},"modified":"2021-10-27T11:30:42","modified_gmt":"2021-10-27T19:30:42","slug":"adopt-a-shelter-pet-month-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doo-n-go.com\/fr\/adopt-a-shelter-pet-month-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Adopt a Shelter Pet Month"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are tons of dogs in shelters waiting to be adopted. October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month \u2013 reminding people that there are lots of furry friends waiting in shelters.<\/p>\n

This blog give a quick overview of what to consider when adopting a shelter dog.<\/p>\n

Things to Consider when Adopting<\/h4>\n
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    Finding the right match<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Adopting a pet isn\u2019t like buying a new wallet, you need to know what your needs are and the needs of your potential new dog. Are you active, or too busy to exercise? Do you have allergies? Do you live in an apartment? These are just some of the questions you need to ask yourself to determine which breed of dog will be your best match. Dogbreedinfo.com<\/a> has a couple of quizzes to help you figure out your dog match: http:\/\/www.dogbreedinfo.com\/searchcategories.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

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      Time consideration<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Remember that owning a pet can take up a lot of time. If you live on your own and have a very busy life make sure you choose a dog that doesn\u2019t need constant attention.<\/p>\n

      Once you know what kind of dog you\u2019re looking for it\u2019s time to hit the local shelters. Sharon Maguire of dogbreedinfo.com<\/a> says that it isn\u2019t necessary to pick a dog from the first shelter you visit. You\u2019re bringing home a new family member \u2013 it\u2019s important to take your time and visit different shelters.<\/p>\n

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        Alpha dogs<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Nicole Pajer of Cesarsway.com listed lack of training as the top reason dogs end up in shelters. Dogs are pack animals and packs have a hierarchy. You need to be able to train your new pup consistently. If you can\u2019t establish yourself as the alpha dog your pet isn\u2019t going to listen to you. Before you adopt make sure you have the time and ability to establish yourself as the leader<\/p>\n

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          Adoption Day<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          The day you adopt your dog will be the happiest day of your new pup\u2019s life. But it isn\u2019t all hugs and treats \u2013 here are some tips to be aware of before adoption day:<\/p>\n