Adopting Dogs with behavioral problems
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Mark Moses
By Mark Moses
Published on Friday 13th 2009
You visit the nearby animal shelters and see all of those adorable
canines and feel compelled to pick one up. Maybe you only came to
volunteer or leave some dog toys for the animals there, but once there
you can't help feeling drawn to them.
You visit the nearby animal shelters and see all of those adorable canines and feel compelled to pick one up. Maybe you only came to volunteer or leave some dog toys for the animals there, but once there you can't help feeling drawn to them.
Many people can't say "No" and they find that they are soon leading a new pet home before they know it.
One thing that one needs to be aware of is the behavior problems that can occur with rescue animals. Dogs that have been treated badly, neglected, or abused can have issues with socializing that need to be handled by a vet or animal expert. For many of these animals re-socialization is a must before they are able to be offered for adoption. Dog toys are a favorite way for many trainers to make a connection to these frightened animals.
Rescue dogs have often lost their innate sense of trust and they may exhibit strong territorial behaviors about food that can create problems. They can also be wary of any strangers that try to approach them. It is quite common to see these animals growl, bark and snap because of their fear and prior conditioning. This is when dog toys come in handy, a variety of these may be offered before a dog has a positive response. When a reaction is noted to a particular item, it will be used to facilitate the training program by helping to gain the dog's trust and interest.
If you are fostering one or more of the rescue dogs to help their socialization process you should be aware that their jittery nerves avoidance of people stems from many negative incidents in their past. Not raising your voice and offering them praise for the desired behavior will help calm them. Using small treats and various dog toys will give these animals a sense of security and boost their confidence.
Luckily, there are devoted handlers, trainers, and volunteers who will make the effort to show these rescue animals love and kindness. These people will commit long hours to socialization and rehab sessions that will change the way these dogs think and behave. The dogs are able to gradually adapt and learn good behavior that makes them ideal adoption candidates.
Many people can't say "No" and they find that they are soon leading a new pet home before they know it.
One thing that one needs to be aware of is the behavior problems that can occur with rescue animals. Dogs that have been treated badly, neglected, or abused can have issues with socializing that need to be handled by a vet or animal expert. For many of these animals re-socialization is a must before they are able to be offered for adoption. Dog toys are a favorite way for many trainers to make a connection to these frightened animals.
Rescue dogs have often lost their innate sense of trust and they may exhibit strong territorial behaviors about food that can create problems. They can also be wary of any strangers that try to approach them. It is quite common to see these animals growl, bark and snap because of their fear and prior conditioning. This is when dog toys come in handy, a variety of these may be offered before a dog has a positive response. When a reaction is noted to a particular item, it will be used to facilitate the training program by helping to gain the dog's trust and interest.
If you are fostering one or more of the rescue dogs to help their socialization process you should be aware that their jittery nerves avoidance of people stems from many negative incidents in their past. Not raising your voice and offering them praise for the desired behavior will help calm them. Using small treats and various dog toys will give these animals a sense of security and boost their confidence.
Luckily, there are devoted handlers, trainers, and volunteers who will make the effort to show these rescue animals love and kindness. These people will commit long hours to socialization and rehab sessions that will change the way these dogs think and behave. The dogs are able to gradually adapt and learn good behavior that makes them ideal adoption candidates.