Consider Why You Might Adopt a Dog

Series Summary

Dog pounds, or animal shelters, house abandoned or stray dogs and cats. The term "pound" originated in agricultural societies and referred to pens in which lost cattle were kept until their owners claimed 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, but certain precautionary steps should be taken before making the decision to choose 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 the 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.

Video Transcript

"I’m Tracy Tenner with Better Behavior Dog Training at Extra Care Animal Hospital in Davie, Florida. I am here today on behalf of Expert Village.com at the Tri County Humane Society in Boca Raton, Florida where I have volunteered as a trainer and a behaviorist. We are here today to help you learn how to pick the perfect pet for you and your family. So if you are ready, let’s get started. The first question you need to ask yourselves when going to adopt a dog from the shelter or anywhere else is, why is it you want a dog. Is it for companionship for you and your family? Is it for your children? Do you think that will be a good experience for them? Do you have another pet at home that you think should have some company? Are you looking for protection or security for your house? Are you perhaps interested in competition or sports that involve dogs? These are all questions that are very important to ask yourselves because not every family needs a dog and not every dog is right for your particular family. If you would like to learn more about adopting a pet from the Tri County Humane Society, please visit their website at www.tricountyhumane.org or contact me Tracy Tenner with Better Behavior Dog Training at Extra Care Animal Hospital in Davie, Florida. Our website is extracareanimalhospital.net. "