09 Mar 2008 03:50:23 | Jeff Cuckson
Purebred dogs of all breeds can be found in shelters, and
volunteers can be found in every state to seek them out.
Scottish Terriers, West Highland White Terriers, and even breeds
considered rare, all pass through shelters every year. Those who
perform Scottish Terrier rescue are committed to matching
homeless terriers with loving new owners.
Dog owners give up their pets for a variety of reasons, and many
of them have nothing to do with the animal's temperament or
behavior. Perfectly loving, well-behaved Scottish Terriers are
rescued every year because their owners have died, moved into
retirement homes, or are suffering from ill health. Other dogs
find their way into shelters because of allergies, divorce, or
new babies.
Scottish Terrier rescue organizations do find strays, dogs with
behavioral problems, and dogs who have not been housebroken. A
dog that has lost its owner, for whatever reason, will probably
grieve, so it is crucial that adopted terriers be matched with
the very best new owner. Rescuers will want to determine that
the home the terrier is destined for is loving, secure, and
committed to keeping the dog permanently.
If you wish to perform your own Scottish Terrier rescue, a good
place to start is the breed's national and local clubs. The
Scottish Terrier Club of America has its own National Rescue
Coordinators, and keeps lists of participating organizations,
state by state. There are also general purebred dog rescue
organizations that handle all breeds, but have representatives
that specialize in individual ones, like Scottish Terriers or
Westies.
These are usually found in major metropolitan areas around the
country. Your local Humane Society can often refer you to
purebred dog rescue groups, as can their national organization,
The Humane Society of the United States. Try looking in your
local paper for dog rescue groups, or on the internet.
When you find your Scottish Terrier rescue organization, expect
to go through an application process before you can get a dog.
There may be adoption fees for your terrier, and most
organizations will expect you to immediately spay or neuter the
dog if it has not already been. Some breed representatives have
waiting lists, but if you are patient, there should be a
Scottish Terrier for you to rescue.
(Disclaimer: Any information contained in this site relating to
various medical, health and fitness conditions of Westies or
other animals and their treatments is for informational purposes
only and is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided
by your own veterinarian. You should not use the information
contained herein for diagnosing the health of any animal. You
should always consult and check with your own vet or
veterinarian.)
I do hope that you have found the article of use to you.
Good health and happiness
Jeff Cuckson
webmaster@madaboutwesties.com
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