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Originally Posted by groovemongrel  I'm picking my Rott/Lab mix up from the shelter this coming Tuesday. Can't wait! |
CONGRATS!!!! I hope he will do well with your family.
Just as a side note and for others reading this...IMO and being invovled in rescue work I wonder why someone would choose a dog that from the start you will have to work hard to get a dog to be fun. I would assume most dog owners want a dog that will be happy and friendly and will enjoy outings as much as the owner. When I went to the shelter to pick which dog needed to be saved for the week I never looked twice at an overly shy dog. They just would not do well for an average home. I would have to pick the most confident but eager to please dog. There are SO MANY dogs that are awaiting their final hour in the shelter, and so many good dogs. Would it not be better to pick out a companion that is confident and friendly rather than the dog we feel sorry for? Most of the dogs in the animal shelter end up euthanized...that is a sad fact, but if someone is looking for a dog from the shelter to be a true companion you should try to find the dog that is most able to adapt in any environment. This is usually the most calm dog in the shelter, but is happy to greet when you present yourself. Not the dog that is apprehensive or shivering in the corner.