If you've fallen in love with Boston terriers and would like to get one, you should seriously consider adopting. Sadly there are many Boston terriers that have been abandoned due to a myriad of reasons. Frequently, the dog itself is not at fault, some people buy dogs without thinking of the long term commitment involved and discover the responsibility of owning a dog is too much for them, others don't want to spend the time needed to train their dog and decide it's just too much trouble.
Boston terriers are charming little dogs that have relatively few inherent health problems, but as with any breed of dog, they require time, care and attention. If you're considering getting one of these quirky little characters you really should consider adopting from a local Boston terrier shelter or rescue. There are many wonderful dogs at shelters and many Boston terrier shelters have purebred dogs with papers. This is a reason why you shouldn't consider breeding your dog because of the large number of abandoned dogs and puppies needing homes.
Here are some things to consider when visiting a Boston terrier rescue in search of your new pet:
1. Age: A popular misconception most of us have is that an older or adult dog is not a good candidate for adoption. Nothing could be further from the truth. Older dogs are usually housetrained, and unless you can spend a lot of time housetraining your puppy, you're better off with an adult dog. Puppies have a hard time holding their bladder and will require constant supervision and walks before they are able to be left unsupervised in your home. Boston terrier rescue groups generally housetrain their adult dogs before offering them up for adoption.
2. Puppy Behavior: Puppies love to chew! You may find your adorable puppy turning into a shredding machine faster than you can blink, so considering an older dog is a sure way of ensuring your precious Jimmy Choos don't become your pup's new toy. Puppies also aren't the ideal choice of pet if you have younger children in the house. Many rescue groups place their dogs in foster homes to ensure the dogs are well behaved in a home environment.
3. Personality: With an older dog what you see is what you get. Adopting an adult dog reduces the risk of owning a puppy that turns into a monster as he matures. The shelter should be able to properly access the personality of each of their dogs and can even advise you on the best dog for you.
4. Adult Dogs Form Instant Bonds: When you rescue an older dog, he will usually instantly bond with you. Most dogs that end up in shelters make excellent pets and companions and want nothing more that to please you, their new hero.
5. You Will Be Saving a Life: Puppies have a higher chance of being adopted in shelters, and if you decide to adopt an older dog you are literally saving his life. Due to the high number of dogs being abandoned every year, rescues face many challenges in finding good homes for many of the dogs; you can truly make a difference by adopting an older dog.
A reputable shelter will screen you to see if you will make a good doggie parent. You will probably be asked about the facilities you have for keeping your dog and the shelter may even send someone to your house to determine if you can provide a good home for a dog. Ultimately shelters want their dogs to go to a permanent home where they will be loved and cherished.
This article was provided by Collin Walker of Pet-Super-Store.com, where you can find the best selection of dog beds and Tri-tronics products.
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