Therefore, we are no longer
using breed labels for our adoptable dogs unless we are provided corresponding documentation from the previous owner.
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will no longer
use breed labels to identify its adoptable dogs, according to a Tuesday announcement from the shelter.
Not exact matches
Visual
breed identification in dogs is subjective and frequently inaccurate and the consequences associated with
using particular
labels can be significant.
In fact, there are no
breeds at all; SVASC has dropped
using breed titles and started
labeling each dog as an all American shelter dog.
Without pedigree records from a breeder or DNA testing,
breed labels will not be
used on our web postings, kennel cards, rabies certificates, or dog licenses.
Mix
breeds are often
labeled as pure
breeds, and «pit bull» is often
used as a catch - all category for a dog based off general appearance.
Like the designations «Imperial» or «Tiny Teacup» Shih Tzu, such
labels are a myth generally
used by unethical breeders to create a demand - and charge high prices - for mixed -
breed or undersized (and often unhealthy) dogs.
54 adult
breeding dogs with a history of violations including: dogs living in metal boxes with no insulation, weeds, dogs with eye conditions, and medications without
labels for
use on dogs.
They are many mixes and variations of
breeds using the
label «bulldog».
WCRAS has removed the
use of
breed labels at their shelter.
Michelle Sathe, who works at Best Friends animal shelter, said the shelter has been trying out a pilot program where they don't
use dog
breed labels.
These
breeds are not at risk for trouble when
using the low - dose heartworm preventive products, but only when
using the off -
label skin parasite protocols.
In fact, some local rescues devote themselves entirely to bully
breeds,
using all of their resources on caring for and adopting out dogs with the Pit Bull
label.
A popular joint supplement that we have
used for over 10 years (and in hundreds of
breeding situations) also says on the
label «Safe
use in pregnant animals or animals intended for
breeding has not been proven.»
When
used according to the product
label, it's been shown safe for dogs and puppies of all
breeds who are 8 weeks of age and older and weigh 5 pounds or more.
With this in mind it is very important that you have a good understanding of the
labeling used with regard to puppy foods and utilizing well - researched nutritional findings specific to certain
breeds and
breed sizes all of which will be dealt with in detail further below.