Adopting a second dog from the shelter?
I adopted my current dog from the shelter about 2 years ago and am thinking about getting a second one. I have found a few that I'm interested in but I was curious if shelters let your current dog meet the potential new dog before adoption. I know dogs can learn to get along if they aren't best friends right away but I would like to pick out someone my dog likes as much as I do. He goes to dog parks several times a week, but he's very aloof most of the time. He's never aggressive, just more interested in sniffing the area then playing with other dogs, but when he does decide to play he seems to have a really good time. He's three but very mellow and I know Cesar Millan says get a dog thats the same energy level or lower then your current one but I also want a dog that'll want to play and bring him out of his shell a little more. But anyway, my main question is what are shelters policies on adopting a second dog as far as them meeting your current dog goes?
Is it a good idea to adopt a street dog as a pet? If so then what all should I consider before getting one?
Street dogs are damn smart + Zero maintenance!I have 8 street dogs, you can play with them (don't expect to play like golden retriever), no need to worry about food you can feed what you eat!It's OK if you don't spend time with them but freedom is must for them, it's in their genetics to roam freely!One of my dog opening the gate like a pro and going for a walk!Ticks are very common and dangerous, ₹400 for anti-ticks drops(for one time,for one dog)! Every time you see Ticks you should apply.Vaccination should be done when it's a puppy ! Don't force them to get it done after they are grown up definitely they will bite (it's their reaction to external force they don't do it on purpose, again it's in their genetics).They don't share food with each other so its little difficult to maintain multiple dogs.Street dog is for you,If youAre Ready to give 100% freedom for the dog!Are Ready to spend money on anti-tics medicines frequently!Don't force them for any reason !Pros:Zero maintenanceHigh resistance for diseaseZero drama compared to golden retrieversEdit 1 : Recent eventMy golden retriever : Wait Mr, Cuddle me for two minutes and goMe : only two minutes right?Him : Yeah! Paw promiseMe : Alright bud :)After 2 hours….Him : I think you need a break, go get some ice cream.Him : Wait!!! Too much sugar is not at all good for you lazy fellow, I'll eat your ice creamMe : You are the best dog ever! :/
Some people say rescue dogs are a bad idea?
People need to understand, there is NO such thing as the "perfect dog". YOU can make a dog that way but you cannot buy it. And that there will always be unknowns regardless where you get it, because they are living creatures. The "reason" is always human irresponsibility. People who got a dog and now find it inconvenient or no longer fits their lifestyle and can't be bothered. Or who failed to responsibly contain their pet and can't be troubled to look for their pet OR pick it up when it is found. No shelter or rescue will knowingly make available for adoption any animal with temperament issues (i.e. human aggression) and these animals are always euthanized. They also don't make available animals with known health issues without putting it in writing (these animals are normally scheduled for euthanization to protect the rest of the kennel population if it is not a condition that can be quarantined or treated. Some places have the space and funding for quarantine and treatment; most do not.). People should take a new pet to the vet of their choice within 24 hours of acquiring it. Shelter dogs, in my experience, are overwhelmingly very friendly and affectionate, especially the larger breeds. No matter what people get, purebred puppy or adult rescue or shelter dog (which can also be a purebred), they should expect to review or teach house training, patiently supervise and teach what is allowed in the home and yard and what is not, and the common-sense rules and obedience work every dog needs. I've always had rescues and are drawn to the ones I know they won't get a chance from the people who want "normal" or "pretty" dogs. The effort is always worth it when they blossom into confident, well-adjusted dogs so beautiful that people invariably say, "I wish I had a dog like that!" Of my current pack, two were rescued on death day from a shelter, two came from breed-specific rescues. None of them looked like much and two I knew were sick and adopted them anyway. Now all are healthy, joyful, obedient and such beloved treasures I wouldn't trade any of them for any amount of money. Spoiling: on days to sloppy to play outside I put them in my 4x4 and drive up and down a curvy road by my home to the Home Depot or Lowes. They love riding on that road and getting to visit with and charm all the salespeople. And it wears them out without bringing mud in the house.
How do I stop being depressed over returning dog to shelther?
EDIT- thanks for the real answers, for everyone else, you cannot read. I asked for a well socialized, people & dog friendly dog. I live with 2 dogs and 5 roommates. If I ask for a dog that is dog friendly, I do not expect it go after the dogs in my house. I do not expect it to try and bite everyone that comes into my house (esp. when people go in and out all day long). I grew attached to her but training a dog that is aggressive(when you already live with other dogs) is incredibly difficult. After she went after the golden, I didn't think it was safe for the other dogs of anyone else. regular obedience training and training a dog like her are two different things, which most of you dont seem to grasp. It was not safe to keep her in the house so I had to return her. I wish things went differently because it hurts like hell thinking she is back there, but for the safety of my roommates, friends, and dogs, I had to do it. Fo those that actually understood, thank you for the time.
Can dogs live outside?
So I'm looking into adopting a pet so I've been asking some questions. My parents won't let me keep a dog inside, but they want it to be outside! But I am trying to convince them to at least let him sleep inside with me so he don't freeze (since it's going to be winter soon). Anyways, can a dog be outside. I don't plan on keeping him outside all day, just during when I'm gone at work or school. Thanks.
Do stray dogs make good pets?
If you are interested in adopting a stray- I recommend going through a shelter and adopting one legally. Shelter adoptins are often cheaper than dogs that are 'free to a good home' because they usually come microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, and health checked- which means that you dont need to go to the vet unless your dog becomes ill or gets injured, you should only have to go to the vet for the dogs annual vaccinations. Shelters will also temprement assess all of their dogs to ensure that you are getting a dog with a good temprement, and one that is suitable for your situation. You can normally bond well with adopted dogs, and train them- although obviously there are going to be some differences compared to if you got a puppy and raised it from the start. Because you werent there at the start of the dogs life, you wont know what happened to the dog- the dog may have been traumatised by something bad happening to it early in its life, and it may have behavioural issues. You can certainly work on helping these- but it is something to be aware of, and without experience, you may need to hire a professional trainer to help you out. If you dont have the money to even adopt a dog from the shelter I do not recommend getting a dog at all. These animals are expensive to care for, and they do have vet bills, food bills, and require toys, training, etc- which all adds up in expense. I would suggest waiting until you have enough money to support your dog and pay for unexpected vet bills before you choose to adopt a dog.