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Why are SpotSavers Dalmatians Required To Be Spayed or Neutered? State Law requires all rescue dogs to be spayed or neutered because of the overwhelming surplus of unwanted pets. Dals rode a wave of popularity after the 101 Dalmatians movie and its sequel, 102 Dalmatians, and many have ended up in shelters, abandoned or passed around.
Why Does SpotSavers Recommend Crate-Training and Obedience Training? Along with regular exercise, using a crate (kennel) and obedience classes can make the difference between a dog out of control, and a wonderful canine member of the family! The crate gives your dog his personal space, his own little cave. Obedience class establishes you as the leader of the "pack" and it helps establish a rapport between you and the dog. It will help speed the period of adjustment into your home, and we are confident you will both enjoy it!
Adopting an Older Dog (See Photos)
Most of the unwanted and abandoned dogs in any community are over the age of 4 years.
Most people who adopt a shelter or rescue dog insist on a dog under 2 years old.
Where does that leave the thousands of dogs 6-12 years old? Dead.
It doesn't seem fair that these dogs are left to die in shelters just because they are 6-12 years old. It doesn't seem to matter that they are healthy, happy, well-behaved. If they are 6-12 years old, they die unwanted.
If you have an older dog that you cannot keep, please understand that you hold this dog's life in your hands. Do everything you can to keep this dog safe. But do not expect a shelter or a rescue group to perform miracles for your dog.
The older dog has many great advantages: already housebroken, usually has manners and good sense. A longer attention span makes it easier to train the dog and get it used to your routine.
Will there be no problems? Will the older dog adjust to a new home seamlessly? Sometimes yes, and sometimes no. Generally, problems are small and we are here to help you adjust.
Invite joy into your life - adopt an older dog!
There is no better feeling than knowing you have saved the life of a friend; your rescued dog will be your best friend!
If you are interested in learning more about "old" dogs, there is a wonderful book called, "Old Dogs, Old Friends - Enjoying Your Older Dog," by Bonnie Wilcox, DVM and Chris Walkowicz.
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