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ADOPT A FRIEND - ADOPT "FUNNY" A REALLY "RUFF COLLIE"
ADOPT A FRIEND - ADOPT FUNNY, THE FUNNY LITTLE RUFF COLLIE
ADOPT A FRIEND - ADOPT FUNNY, A WONDERFUL RUFF COLLIE
Funny came to the Prince George’s Animal Shelter as an owner surrender. Funny is a purebred Ruff Collie and was kept outside. Unfortunately she did not have the wonderful opportunity to feel the companionship of humans BUT…...in spite of that, this great doggie has turned out to be so wonderful and sweet. Loves people and wants to please.
NAME: “FUNNY”
COUNTY ID#: A400815
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AGE: 2 YEARS
GENDER: FABULOUS
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BREED: RUFF COLLIE
WEIGHT: ENOUGH TO CUDDLE WTH
COLOR: TRI COLOR
HOBBIES: PLAYING, PLAYING, PLAYING
PERSONALITY: FUNNY LOVES TO PLAY AND WRESTLE BUT IS READY TO CALM DOWN AND DO A CUDDLE!
If you or anyone you know is interested in adopting the wonderful pet featured this week, please call the Prince George's Animals Management Facility in Upper Marlboro at 301-780-7201 to check on the availability. You may also visit www.pgamd.petfinder.com or www.petharbor.com to see many more precious pets that are available.
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Adopt A Purebred Shelter Dog
By Megan Cross on June 2, 2012
Are you looking for a purebred pup? Did you know there are plenty of purebred dogs in shelters? About 25% of sheltered dogs are purebred according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. You can easily find a loving, young or adult purebred in need of a home. Most will already be potty and crate trained!
What You Need to Know About the Application Process
Whether you’ve fallen in love with a dog based on his photo on the shelter website or you’re in the process of getting prescreened by an animal shelter, references, a personal interview and a home visit may be required.
The process may seem demanding — but it’s for a good reason.
Animal Shelters have taken responsibility for the dog being offered for adoption, so they have careful parameters to ensure the dog will not go into a situation that will cause the match to fail. Things like fenced yard requirements and no children under a certain age are for the protection of the dog and the family.
How to Help Your Adopted Dog Feel at Home
Transitions take time. For the first few days, keep things low-key, so your dog learns that you’re consistent, kind and approachable. Although it may be tempting to show him off to friends and family, it’s best to develop and nurture the bond between you and your new friend first.
Some dogs may lapse on their house training, act out or even try to run away when you bring them home. Be patient and don’t hesitate to call your adoption counselor at the shelter for advice.
Additional tips: Keep to a steady schedule, so your dog knows what to expect. And provide a crate, where he can retreat if he’s feeling overwhelmed.
One advantage of adopting an adult dog is that he has life experience to draw on, potentially helping him to settle in quickly. If you choose to adopt a dog who has come from less-than-ideal circumstances, take heart.
Although many people fear that such a pet is damaged goods, dogs have a miraculous ability to respond to love: We can’t count the number of emails and letters we receive that tell us, ‘It’s like he’s been here forever.
SO REMEMBER.....WHEN YOU ARE READY TO BRING A FURRY CREATURE INTO YOUR LIFE.....SAVE A LIFE.....PLEASE ADOPT, DON'T SHOP!
IT'S A GOOD THING!
