The Rescue Dog

Topics covered include:

Where to go to find a rescue dog and what to expect

The early days when the dog is settling into its new home

Canine requirements

Common behavioural concerns

Children and dogs

---

Many people believe that rescue dogs are troubled, traumatised, strays with long lasting problems. While this view may be true in some instances, the majority of dogs in rescue centres are there because their previous owners have abandoned them. Every year new homes are found for thousands of these 'rescue' dogs by dedicated charities but in order to make this re-homing a success, the new owners need considerable knowledge, patience and understanding.