Adopting for the right reason I have been stalking one particular dog online for about two years now. I don’t think I’m alone here. Most dog lovers have their eyes on a certain rescue dog that for whatever reason they really, really want to adopt. Usually the deterrent is another family member, but it could …
Sasha
One of the ways I help rescue dogs is to bring them to adoption events. Sometimes some of the more “challenging” dogs do not get out enough, and that makes them even less likely to be adopted because they are not out in front of people. At adoption events, the dogs generally sell themselves as …
I’ve seen too many rescue dogs adopted and then returned a month or two later. People are eager to adopt a “rescue” dog but then realize they have taken on more than they can handle. Perhaps part of the problem starts with the rescue organizations themselves for adopting out the “problem” dogs too eagerly. When …
Many people are willing to provide foster homes for homeless dogs, but they have a big problem standing in their way: other family members. Either Mom won’t allow an extra dog in the house or Dad won’t allow it or the roommates are against it. Maybe the husband wants to foster a dog but his …
Sasha is a shepherd mix who is waiting with 4 Luv of Dog Rescue in Fargo for a forever home. 09/19/10 update: Sasha is still waiting for a forever home. Can you help? This dog loves to jump up and give anyone kisses! She loves all people, and everyone comments about her tail that never …