It is really sad to think of the number of dogs being put to sleep because they are battered, abused or simply unwanted. These include a great number of dogs that would make excellent house pets and companions for someone. When you think of getting a dog, why not consider one of these poor animals that are destined to die if no-one saves them.
Many dogs are abused by their owners, through lack of care (not getting enough food or water even) or through simple neglect (simply being tied up and left in a backyard and forgotten). These poor creatures are starved not only for the essentials of food and water, but for companionship as well. Sometimes caring neighborhood people will notice these neglected animals and report the owners to the SPCA or other animal agency.
In severe case, the SPCA will take the animals away and try to rehabilitate them into becoming adoptable. Sometimes the animals can be saved in this manner, but too many times the dogs are beyond help and are tragically put to sleep. The SPCA only has so much funding and resources for these poor neglected creatures. They can only do a fraction of what really needs to be done to help these animals.
Dog rescues work in somewhat the same way in that they try to rehabilitate the dogs into becoming adoptable and try to find homes for them, but they are often breed specific. For instance, there are dog rescues that are specifically for Boxers or for Pit Bulls or for any other specific breed.
One type of dog rescue that you may not know about is for Greyhound dogs. Typically Greyhounds are bred for racing. When they become older and cannot run as fast, or start to lose races, these dogs are often discarded by the owners because they are not profitable anymore. A dog rescue geared for Greyhounds will take these animals under their care and try to find suitable homes for them.
Other dog rescues will take animals that have been abused and are somewhat disabled. The SPCA often will not be able to find homes for these types of dogs because most people don’t want to bother looking after a pet that may need a bit more care. Dog rescues will help find homes for these disabled animals as well. Recently there was a case of a totally blind Boxer that needed a home, and a Boxer dog rescue centre was able to place him with a loving family. If that family had not taken that dog, he may have been euthanized. Instead, he is able to live a good life with a family who has gained a lovely companion.
If you are thinking of getting a dog, you may want to check out the dog rescues in your area. Often you will be able to get a breed of dog that you like (for a lot less money than paying for a pure-bred puppy). You will get a loving pet and you will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you have probably saved a dog’s life.
Choose life for a battered, abused or unwanted dog. Check out the dog rescues in your area and save a dog.
Question by Ricky H: Dog Rescue?
Is there a place in ohio that rescues lab mix’s. She has a small problem sometimes with bitting and she is getting aggresive and I know we have to deal with it. But she is a sweet dog and if I could find a her a place[t really bothers me if it comes to putting her down. I’ve spoken to trainer but he says it might have to be,but my kids would not understand and really be hurt. Can you help me please and find a solution. Parent and animal lover in really in pain!
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Answer by roy_marzoed
Just throw your dog to professional trainer. She will be fine.
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try to rehome her on craiglist.
Labs are great dogs.. and someone will respond.
I have a black lab mix..shes a little nippy sometimes..but shes only a puppy..(1yr)
they may grow out of it if its a younger dog..also provide plenty of playtime..chewing toys..rawhide..Labs love to chew
Lake Erie Labrador Retriever Rescue
Claudia Vaigl – (440) 466-7632 vaigl-dogs@juno.com
Miami Valley Labrador Retriever Club Rescue
Marilyn Coffey – (513) 588-0124 mlcoffey45042@hotmail.com
Are two I found on the net. It should never come down to you putting the dog down
Below is a link to all the shelters and rescues in Ohio. I work for a Golden Retriever rescue and we do not take dogs who have broken the skin. I think your best bet if you want to keep the dog is to attempt a training session of some kind to see if the behavior can be curbed. It may take some time if the dog is older and has done this it’s entire life. I hope one of the places on the site below is helpful!
A “small problem” does not mean that you need to re-home the dog.
Most dogs with behavior problems such as biting will be killed at the shelters to prevent other humans from being bitten. Please work with your trainer to save your dog from being put to sleep.
Unfortunately biting and aggression is not a small problem. It is a big one and a difficult one to work with. You did the right thing consulting a trainer who was honest with you. But if she is biting and aggressive and you have kids, your kids are at risk and you should probably look into a placement for her.
That said, it won’t be easy. Most rescues take only purebreds and most rescues and humane societies won’t take a dog that won’t pass temperament tests for aggression. This is due to public safety, staff safety and liability issues. Also aggressive dogs can become more aggressive in a kennel environment and it is difficult to work with them to do behavior modification in a kennel environment. You can try and work with her yourself and your trainer, but you are putting your kids at risk and she may never be 100% safe. You can try and place her yourself, but please be honest with potential adopters about her history and don’t give her to any one else with kids.
Have you taken her to the vet and ruled out medical issues (thyroid issues come to mind)? Are you keeping her out of situations that seem to trigger her aggressive behavior? You should at the very least consult with a behaviorist (NOT a trainer, a real, veterinarian behaviorist) before rehoming or putting the dog down.
ETA: In my very humble opinion, a dog never “just goes crazy.” There are always signs and often when dogs go after small children it is because the DOG wasn’t protected from the CHILD or the dog was put in a position that was known to be dangerous to the dog and the child. People should consider keeping their dogs from biting people as much about protecting their dogs as it is about protecting other people. Children who are going to be around dogs also need to be taught to be dog savvy.
Do you know what your dog is mixed with? When you say she has a “small problem sometimes with biting” what exactly do you mean? Is she actually biting or is she nipping at kids when they run around? It occurred to me just now that herding breeds are often accused of having an issue with biting when it’s actually their herding instinct being mismanaged (they also get worse if they aren’t getting enough exercise and mental stimulation). There are a lot of things that need to be looked at before you decide to put a dog down.
I’m sorry, it just upsets me to see so many people telling you to just put the dog down after being given so little information.
My grandchild was bitten in the face by MY sweet dog. He knocked her down and bit her. He was a very loving dog. Just went crazy. I didn’t have a problem with putting him down. I understand your pain. I was in pain when I had him put down.
Did you have him fixed? That might be an option. Sometimes that helps. I’m not saying it will for sure. Ask your vet. Hope this helps. I totally understand. Don’t wait around like I did and think it will go away by itself. It won’t.
Sadly, the biting is a big deal. If you find her a new home and she bites someone, you are responsible. You have to be honest about the fact she has this problem. You don’t need to put her to sleep at this point. It could be an issue that someone else can deal without any problems. With proper training, she could stop biting. But it depends on how bad the problem is. If you think it is possible she could severely hurt someone, then adopting her to someone else may not be the most responsible thing to do. You wouldn’t want that on your conscious. But like I said, someone else may be in a position to get her proper training.