Dogs and Puppies available for Adoption

What to consider when adopting a dog

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Adopting a rescue dog can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires time, patience, understanding, and preparation.

 

One guideline to help in this process is the 3-3-3 rule, which provides a structure for adjusting to life with a new furry friend.

 

Understanding the 3-3-3 Rule for Adopting a Rescue Dog

The 3-3-3 rule is a guideline for transitioning a rescue dog into their new home and helping them to settle in. It suggests that the first three days should be used for adjusting to their new surroundings, the next three weeks for training and bonding, and the first three months for continued socialization and training.

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What is the 3-3-3 Rule and Why is it Important?

The 3-3-3 rule provides a roadmap for the adoption process and helps ensure a smooth transition for both the dog and the owner. It also helps set realistic expectations and prevents common mistakes such as overloading the dog with too much too soon. By following the 3-3-3 rule, owners can give their rescue dog the time and support they needs to adjust and become a well-behaved member of the household.

 

Sterilisation - Our adult dogs in foster are sterilised (neutered or castrated) for a number of reasons - to prevent certain cancers, prevents infections, prevents roaming, prevents pyometra, less marking and aggression which gives a calmer behaviour and of course to control population, but also a longer lifespan of up to 15 years depending on the breed. Some puppies in our care are with their mother and they remain with them until they are ready to be adopted at a minimum of 8 weeks old. Our policy is that when the adopted puppies reach a certain age, between 6 - 18 months of age, depending on the breed sex and size, will also need to be sterilised. 

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Vaccinations - All of our dogs and puppies from 8 weeks old will have had their 1st vaccination and some may have had their 2nd, due at 4 weeks after the 1st, depending on their age at the time of adoption. The vet now recommends a 3rd vaccination due 4 weeks after the 2nd which is very important to protect them from the diseases. An annual booster vaccination will be required.

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Anti-parasite Treatment - Our dogs and puppies will have been treated for worms, ticks and fleas. The animals will need to be treated every 1 - 3months depending on the brand used by the vets.

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Microchipping (I-CAD) - All of our dogs and puppies in foster care are microchipped by the vet (compulsory by law) before they are adopted. For the first 28 days they will remain in our name. For puppies they will be changed into your name once we have confirmation of sterilisation.

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