Adopted dog success stories?

I have a dog that can not be left alone. We take her to a doggie day care and also use a private home dog sitter a few times a week. She is happy at these places and my husband and I can go places together.

My daughter has rescued two dogs. Thank goodness she did t give up on either one. The first one was so dog aggressive we could never bring him anywhere. The second one is food driven but that doesn't stop him from eating anything and everything in her yard or inside too. We both got her dogs and our dogs at the same time. We got our dogs from word of mouth purchase. It wasn't difficult to compare their behavior. We both got our dogs as puppies and share the same feeling that they are members of our family. Her first rescue not only was aggressive with other dogs (not ours I should say) but also freaked out during thunder storms etc. I am a firm believer in that the the trauma these dogs suffer as puppies us a life long problem for them. I applaud the idea of rescue but I also feel that it takes a special owner to adopt them knowing that the are in for a life long behavior problem life with them. I don't know why it is that these rescues by in large come from southern USA states. I had an idea of a mobile van that would neuter these dogs where they were found. I know it isnt practical as it doesnt take in account recuperation time etc. how we I just find it so sad that these dogs get pregnant and more and more rescues are born. I can't even watch a mspca commercial on tv. It is heart breaking.

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Sounds like he's lonely
😔. Have you thought about another small pup to keep him company while your out doing errands?Please keep him,he loves that you love him🐕♥️🐕♥️🙏🙏🙏

We are in our late 70s so I don't think bringing on another dog is an option. Plus, I have read numerous articles and they all say that it has been proven that adding another dog does not necessarily do anything for separation anxiety. I've also rid of several people who did that and ended up with two dogs with separation anxiety! I don't think I could take that.

You might find some help here
https://bestfriends.org/no-kill-2025
There may be a shelter near you. See the location search down this page
https://bestfriends.org/locations

Thank you so much!

Last year December 26 2024 I adopted Preston a rescue 8 year old shitzu. 8 lbs He has evolved from a limp thin trauma victim terrified of everything to man of the house. He lets me share his bedroom. He does not ask for a lot. Food served at regular hours. To being included in all house activity. He has 2 yards that he patrols. He does not go for rides. Very minimal vet visits. He knows all visitors by sounds of cars and is overjoyed to have company. I had 2 shitzus for 15 years last year Nurse Shelby died in December and Doc had died in June. And they lived this life that Preston does.

How did this transformation take place? Did you do any special training or medication?

You are letting the dog win. You and Hubby should just go. If the pup is housebroken and not destructive let him holler. Take him out to relieve himself before you go. He will eventually get over it. Probably always holler just before and after you leave. Your decision to rescue him was good. He will repay you with joy and companionship. My Bichon is 10 now. I'm 81. I purchased her as a pup for our 48th anniversary. The best purchase I ever made. My wife and I enjoyed having her around so much. My wife died 2 years ago. This pup has followed me on my heels ever since. The pup actually went through a period of mourning. For about 2 weeks she searched for my wife room to room whining. She was very lethargic during that time. The only problem I found with small pups is tripping over them. Since she has taken to closely following me, I have fallen hard twice. Nothing broke. I just pay closer attention now. Hang in there and enjoy the pup. Don't let him win. Let him holler. Don't give him a lot of attention when he acts up, just leave and enjoy your time out.