How many of us do dog rescue? What breeds? Mixed breeds? Horror stories?
How many of us do dog rescue? What breeds? Mixed breeds? Horror stories? General Dog Discussions
I do Golden Retriever rescue. I've also helped in all breed, or mixed breed rescue and even kitty rescue. I also help by trying to teach people to train their dogs and not add to the pet overpopulation problem.I work with dogs that have been 'damaged' by harsh handling.I rehabilitated a Golden Retriever that had been used as a Guard dog. When I first met him, he threw himself at the chain link fence in the shelter, barking and snarling at me. After a few days of talking to him and chucking him treats, I went into his kennel with him. In a couple of weeks, using Positive Reinforcement and clicker training he came around.Eventually, I fostered him, and he is now a lovely boy with an excellent home.Any dog can be made mean.I can't pick a best answer. Everyone who spends time rescuing deserves all the good things that are possible. It is noble work. Thank you everyone who shared their stories.