Not exact matches
As to what individuals can
do, HSUS recommends spaying or neutering their
dogs and cats, adopting from shelters or rescue groups, and considering all the ramifications
of pet
ownership before deciding to take on a cat or
dog in the first place.
It's safe to say that when in
ownership of senses so keen and attuned to the environment around them,
dogs don't really need to possess supernatural powers to know when to take shelter from a brewing storm.
If, with the best
of intentions and what I thought was an educated approach to
dog ownership, I
did not know all this, how many others are unaware
of these problems?
But the issue is not one
of responsibility or lack thereof; it is a matter
of finding the best way to develop and nurture a bond with a canine companion, even if that relationship
does not fit an outsider's perspective
of «responsible
dog ownership.»
Adopting a rescued stray, a retired show
dog, or racing Greyhound will give you all the joys and benefits
of dog ownership... and
do a great favor for the
dog, too.
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with purebred goldens This program requires an application fee They adopt out
of the service territory if another reputable organization
does a home evaluation and approves Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
But
did you know that
dog ownership can literally lower your risk
of death?
At Northern California Bulldog Rescue we
do our best to try to educate the public about the wonderful qualities
of dog ownership in general.
However, the decision to add a new
dog or cat to your family should not be taken lightly - it is a lifetime commitment and before you adopt a new pet, you should
do your research and be fully aware
of what is involved in pet
ownership.
Service
dog organizations which
do not charge for their
dogs can not afford to also pay for all the usual expenses
of dog ownership once the
dogs are placed.
Education on responsible
dog ownership and emphasis on basic training, socialization and inclusion
of the
dog in the household will
do more to reduce bites.
Breed Specific Legislation (BSL)
does not take into account factors
of responsible
ownership and punishes all responsible owners
of a listed
dog or other animal breed.
But there are at least as many
dogs and cats at the shelter who are more than a year old - animals who were obtained by people who didn't think through the responsibilities
of pet
ownership before they adopted the animal.
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with purebred goldens This program requires an application fee
of $ 10 They
do not adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep it Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
When considering adopting a
dog, there are several aspects
of ownership that you'll need to bear in mind: what kind
of lifestyle
do you have?
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with purebred goldens This program
does not require an application fee They adopt out
of the service territory under special circumstances only: only special needs goldens are considered for out
of area adoption Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation conducts a study every five years on the
ownership and veterinary care
of cats and dogs.The most recent study, conducted in 2011 and surveying more than 50,000 pet owners, found that 44.9 percent
of cat owners and 18.7 percent
of dog owners
did not bring their pet to the vet in 2011.
Pit bull enthusiasts say that the
dogs are happy, sometimes goofy tail - waggers that have been given a bad rap by the press, and when the
dog does lash out, it's the result
of abusive
ownership, not an inherently brutal breed.
If you decide you're ready for the responsibilities
of pet
ownership, one
of the first things to
do is schedule a check - up for your new
dog or cat at Minnesota Veterinary Hospital.
Please also include a brief description
of your circumstances (number
of children, house or apartment, own or rent, previous
dog ownership experience,
do you want a pet, show basset, and / or a performance basset, male or female, puppy or adult, etc).
New York, NY — Friday, October 8, 2010 — Despite its disappointment with the American Kennel Club's (AKC) decision to forbid adoptable
dogs and puppies from local animal rescue groups and shelters from being on the premises at this month's «Meet the Breeds» event at the Javit's Center, the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals says it
does not want to discourage New York animal lovers from attending the event and gaining the benefits
of its educational components, particularly with regard to responsible pet
ownership.
It really is an essential part
of dog ownership, and it
does not have to be a chore.
Dog training is an important part of dog ownership and when done properly, it sets the stage for a fabulous relationship between you and your d
Dog training is an important part
of dog ownership and when done properly, it sets the stage for a fabulous relationship between you and your d
dog ownership and when
done properly, it sets the stage for a fabulous relationship between you and your
dogdog.
The American Kennel Club, as part
of their National Bite Prevention Week coverage are providing tips for preventing
dog bites and expert advice about canine behavior, responsible
dog ownership, and what to
do if you are bitten, including the following important information:
It isn't just bully type
dogs, I
do not support the
ownership of any working type
dog for regular busy city folks with little time.
Adoption programs
do everything possible to ensure that adopters understand the responsibility
of pet
ownership and to choose the
dog or cat best suited to their lifestyles.
As a pit bull owner it is difficult to read the title
of this and not start to feel defensive, but I
do appreciate that you took the time to mention that responsible
ownership will turn out sweet, safe
dogs and that many
dogs deviate from the «breed standard.»
«While the state statute
does not specifically permit
ownership of more than one
dog «commonly known as a pit bull», it
does not prohibit it either.»
Policies: This program
does not have written policies This program works with purebred goldens They adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
Your form submission below authorizes us to
do so as necessary, and automatically transfers
ownership rights
of said
dog back to
Dogs Deserve Better at that time.
Policy information: This program has written policies This program rescues purebred goldens and golden mixes This program requires no application fee They
do not adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep it Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs are altered before adoption unless medically uns
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs are altered before adoption unless medically uns
dogs are altered before adoption unless medically unsafe.
«Patricia McConnell gives simple, concise, detailed instructions for every level
of dog ownership from the totally clueless beginner to the «been there,
done that» expert.»
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with purebred Goldens and Golden mixes This program
does not require an application fee They
does adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval unless confirmed by relative or friend.
Many people wished to have
ownership of the majestic and much sought after Siberian Husky, but had limited space or other pet - related restrictions that simply
did not allow for them to own the large
dogs.
This program requires an application fee
of $ 10 They generally
do not adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the adopter can not keep it Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit: Preferrably, yes Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs up to date on veterinary recommended care, including regionally appropriate vaccines, before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs up to date on veterinary recommended care, including regionally appropriate vaccines, before adopt
dogs up to date on veterinary recommended care, including regionally appropriate vaccines, before adoption.
Policies: This program
does not have written policies This program works with purebred goldens This program
does not require an application fee They adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption Not all dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption Not all dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption Not all
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
Purchasing
dog boots for your puppy may seem like a silly thing to
do at first, but if you think about, it
does make sense, especially considering where pet
ownership is moving to nowadays — more responsibility, care, increased comfort and safety
of our pets.
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with goldens and golden mixes This program
does not require an application fee They adopt out
of the service territory under special circumstances only Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
This rule
does not apply when there is no transfer
of ownership or control
of a
dog to another person for more than de minimis consideration after the
dog's importation into the United States.
«There is a growing awareness that BSL
does not improve community safety and penalizes responsible
dog owners and their family companions... If communities wish to implement effective
dog bite prevention programs, recommendations continue to shift in favor
of multifactorial approaches focusing on improved
ownership and husbandry practices, better understanding
of dog behavior, education
of parents and children regarding safety around
dogs, and consistent enforcement
of dangerous
dog / reckless owner ordinances in communities.
And hey, maybe if the HSUS spread some
of their giant, vast loads
of dough to local rescues to help them in these projects (instead
of using it to lobby for laws that harm reputable
dog breeding and
ownership) maybe they'd actually be
doing some good here in the real world.
But there are at least as many
dogs and cats at the shelter who are more than a year old — many
of them animals who were first obtained by people who didn't think through the responsibilities
of pet
ownership before they got a pet.
We believe that a mandatory ordinance
does not address the core problem
of dog and cat homelessness, which stems from irresponsible pet
ownership.
For now, Julie and Kirk maintain that they prefer to foster
dogs simply because they don't have to make the long - term commitment
of pet
ownership just yet.
Do you feel as though you have a thorough understanding
of all the expenses that go along with
dog ownership (ie.
By Steve Dale September is Responsible
Dog Ownership Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of responsible dog ownership and helping encourage dog owners to do their very best when it comes to
Dog Ownership Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of responsible dog ownership and helping encourage dog owners to do their very best when it co
Ownership Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness
of responsible
dog ownership and helping encourage dog owners to do their very best when it comes to
dog ownership and helping encourage dog owners to do their very best when it co
ownership and helping encourage
dog owners to do their very best when it comes to
dog owners to
do their very best when it comes to...
They adopt out
of the service territory Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake They
do not require a home visit before adoption approval except under special circumstances: to check a fence, meet family members and pets, etc..
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with purebred goldens This program
does not require an application fee They
DO NOT adopt out
of the service area Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Requires a home visit before adoption approval Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
Policies: This program has written policies This program works with Goldens and Golden mixes This program
does not require an application fee They
do not adopt out
of the service territory except rare occasions if no other rescue can help Requires a
dog be returned if the owner can not keep it Takes
ownership of a
dog upon intake Home visit based on need Follows up with adopters after placement
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
Dogs are observed and evaluated before adoption All
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs receive all vaccines (Rabies, DHLPP and any other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption All
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adopt
dogs have all tests (heartworm, fecal and other regionally appropriate tests) before adoption.
Foster homes typically
do not have
ownership of the
dog - the rescuer or rescue organization
does.