| Pets Quick-Tip: Animal-Shelter Dog Adoptions |
From "Ask DIY"
episode ADI-609 |
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If you're thinking of adding a dog or puppy into your family, you may want to consider an adoption from an animal shelter. Particularly if you're not committed to a particular breed or pedigreed dog, remember that there's never a shortage of lovable canines in need of a good home. Here are a few things to look for when considering a dog adoption. - Have in mind what size or breed of dog that's suited for your home and your personality. Do some research into the personalities and traits of different varieties before you start looking.
- Look for a puppy or dog that appears to be playful and shows an interest in you. Try shaking your keys in front of the dog to see if this elicits a reaction of curiosity and interest.
- Ask to take a close look at the dog or puppy you're interested in. Inspect the eyes and nose. In a healthy dog, the eyes should be clear and bright; the nose should be cool, and slightly wet.
- Inspect the ribs and abdomen. The ribs should be just slightly detectable under the skin; not protruding or prominent. The abdomen should be firm, but not hard or swolen.
- Check to make sure the teeth are in good condition. Young dogs should have white, unbroken teeth.
- Remember that when you adopt a puppy or adult dog, you're saving the life of one dog, while making room for another in an already crowded shelter -- giving one more dog a chance for adoption.
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