TIPS ON SELECTING

 

On this page, you will learn what to look for when you go to your nearest animal shelter, humane society, or rescue group. Although this page is all about getting mutts, remember that there are many purebred dogs in your nearest facility as well.

I have to tell you that I have a soft spot for mutts. I must have adopted at least 40 over my 30 year career. The most wonderful things that you will find about mutts are that they come in almost every shape and size and have almost every type of personality too.

Here are a few tips on finding that COMPANION FOR LIFE:

ASK QUESTIONS

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If the dog is a pure bred, you can always get some information in the PUREBRED area of this site. Just click on the breed you are interested in. I also highly recommend that you contact other people that have, or had the particular breed you’re interested in.

If you go to a shelter and have questions about a particular breed, just ask one of the staff members.

I always like to remind people that if you see a mutt that seems a little young, find out the age of the dog. The reason is that the dog will grow, and although it might be the size you want now, it might be bigger than you want when he is all grown up. See if one of the staff could tell you some of the breeds that may be in it. This can give you a an idea of how big the dog will be one day.

MEETING THE DOG

When you do see a dog you like, make sure you ask one of the staff members to take the dog out to a neutral location away from the kennels. This will probably give you a little better indication of the animals' true natural personality.

BRINGING THE DOG HOME

If the animal shelter, rescue group, or humane society offers a service to wash your dog before you take him home I suggest you take it. Remember it's totally normal for dogs that come from humane societies or animal shelters to have fleas or ticks.

SPAYING OR NEUTERING

If you are not a professional breeder, it is essential that your dog be spayed or neutered as soon as possible. When should your dog be spayed or neutered? That is a decision that is based on two things. The specific breed, and the reccomendation of the verterinarian that knows your specific dog.

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