-- Reasons and Facts

1.     Why Adopt:

Adopt a puppy only when you are sure about your need for a pet because there are millions of puppies wasting away waiting for care givers and many dogs are also target of unthinking owners who turn them out because they cannot take the responsibility.

2.     What Pet to Adopt:

Adopt a puppy from the dog breed that best suits your household needs. If you have a small apartment choose one that is suited for smaller space. If you have kids then go for a breed that is child friendly. If you need a guard first then go for that breed.

3.     When to Adopt:

Adopt a puppy only when you are sure you can take the responsibility of 10-15 years inclusive of medical and feeding bills.

Puppy rescue -- Where to Look

1.     Online:

Lifeline Puppy Rescue and Puppy Mill Rescue have official sites from where you can adopt a puppy.

2.     Classifieds:

Many a times newspapers and especially their classified sections have information about adequate places where you can get puppies.

3.     Pet Shows:

Pet shows hardly ever have a listing of puppy rescues for adoption since lineage is important for dog shows and most sheltered animals don't have traced heritage.

4.     Local Vet:

Your local vet can definitely guide you to good rescue outlet or adoption centers.

Puppy rescue -- What to Look For

1.     Pet Temperament:

Before adopting a rescue puppy be sure that its temperament matches your needs whether it is kid friendly, tolerant with other pets and how easy it is to train it.

2.     Pet's Surroundings:

Most rescue centers bring up puppies in foster homes till they are old enough for adoption centre where they can be adopted by anyone sure of needing a pet.

3.     Pet's Health:

Various problems but skin allergies, dysplasia are common to most dogs.

4.     What to Avoid:

Avoid overfeeding your puppy. Also take care in grooming and vaccination as per instructions. Also many breeds are temperature sensitive so avoid over exposing them.

Puppy rescue -- How to Choose

1.     Type of Pet:

Choose a puppy best suited for your household needs whether you want a guard dog or watch dog. Playmate for kids or helpmate for disabled.

2.     Supplies & Equipment:

Feeding bowls, combs and other grooming supplies and general medicines along with a crate for puppies are a must.

3.     Expense:

Average adoption feeds range from $65-$125. One free month of veterinary care insurance is included. $20 refunded upon proof of spay/neuter.