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There is a common misconception that a ‘rescue dog’ automatically means a ‘problem dog’, which is often not the case.
Dogs find themselves with rescue and rehoming organisations for many different reasons – sometimes the ending of a relationship means a dog can no longer be cared for properly by the owners, or perhaps the owner has sadly passed away. Sometimes owners discover they have an allergy to their dog which cannot be treated. Whatever the reason, it is often the case that previous owners have spent time and effort with their dog, training them to become a well behaved and well socialised dog, able to live in a home environment with a family very well. Therefore, when a new owner gives the dog a long term ‘forever’ home, and once the new owner and dog become used to each other, they can be settled and content.
Of course, there are also dogs that come to rehoming organisations who have had a rougher deal, and have not been given the patience and love needed to shape their behaviour as well. These dogs need more TLC and will benefit from having an owner who is willing to put that bit more time effort in to help them be confident and happy.
Remember that dogs are not generally born a rescue dog; any dog including those not in rehoming centres can have behaviour traits that need to be worked on, and many dogs in rehoming centres are perfectly well behaved and just need a new family.
At Rehoming Centres such as at Dogs Trust new owners are given ongoing guidance and assistance with their new dog’s training to ensure the dog is well adjusted and on its best behaviour.
If you are considering rehoming a dog please click here (opens new browser window)for more information.