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How to Decide if Dog Adoption is Right for You

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Learn about the dog adoption process, including how much pet adoption costs, what pet characteristics you should consider and the dog's overall health, in this free video series and guide.

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Summary: Dog pounds, or animal shelters, house abandoned or stray dogs and cats. The term "pound" originated in agricultural societies where it referred to pens in which lost cattle were kept until their owners came to claim them. Similarly, animals at the pound stay there until they are reclaimed, adopted by new owners or, in some cases, euthanized. Animal shelters are typically non-profit organizations that offer animal-control services to cities and communities. Adopting a dog from the pound can be a humane way to save a distressed animal's life, however certain precautionary steps should be taken before making the decision to take in a dog from the pound.

In this free video clip series, our expert will explain why one would choose to adopt a dog from the pound, what homework a future pet owner should complete before adopting a pet, how much adopting a dog costs, and what pet characteristics to consider, such as a dog's overall health, size and demeanor. Watch these how-to video clips to learn what to look for when adopting a dog from the pound.

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Expert: Tracy Tenner has been training dogs for over 25 years. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and The South Florida Schutzhund Club, and she is president of The Dunnellon Schutzhund Club. She attended Duke University, majored in journalism and frequently writes articles for dog training magazines and journals. Her passion for dog training began at an early age. Using positive motivation and reinforcement, she makes training dogs fun and rewarding for both owner and pet. She has trained many dogs on an competetive level but finds training companion dogs to be the most rewarding aspect of her job. She also has had the wonderful experience of training service dogs for the handicapped.

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