Adoption Resources | Rescue Inc.

ROAD TO SUCCESS

Too many dogs end up in shelters or back in rescue because their owners failed to follow through on their commitments associated with dog ownership, training included. In an effort to keep our pups in forever homes, we ask our adopters (and fosters too!) to read through the below resources. This will set you up for a lifetime of success with your new pup!

Stop the 77

A must watch for the whole family as we strive to keep our pups out of the "77"

Decompression

Our protocol for your pup's transition + decompression phase after arriving home.

Keep 'em safe

Rescue Inc's very own dog safety 101 - keep them healthy and alive!

Doglanguage

A very direct and honest doc about understanding your

pup's body language.

The first 24

What to expect in the first

24 hours of bringing your pup home

Martingales & why

Don't lose your pup! Why they wear a martingale home from pick up.

...and does it fit?

Quick video to always ensure the martingale is fitted

properly to avoid escape.

Kids + dogs

Kids and dogs can be a match made in heaven––until it's not. Avoid the avoidable.

Fear Free Homes

Create a Fear Free Happy

Home for your pup with this

free online programming!

Crate training

There is no downside to crate training––your pup will appreciate it and you will too!

House training

House trained doesn't = trained in your home. All pups need a routine from the get go!

Why positive?

Great read on why

positive reinforcement is the better choice.

NO adversives!

The damage + distrust you can create by choosing adverse methods of training.

Shopping list

A comprehensive list of puppy must-haves but all great suggestions for adult pups too!

E-fences

We say no to e-fences and you should too! Also included is an affordable + safe alternative.

Online training!

Online + affordable training videos will set you and your pup up for success!