Top 10 Dogs - Always available at your local Shelter!

[krazd_kat]

Along with the other good hearted thread about the popular dogs, the downside of the most popular dogs are how many of these dogs wind up in the shelters.

At almost any given time there are 4+ labradors and/or lab mixes at the shelter - Beagles, now that is an even sadder story, beagles at TriCounty are usually anywhere from 4+ as well, but they are an even harder breed to adopt out.

The only "popular" dog I've never seen at the shelter is the Miniature Schnauzer. The Yorkies do show up (in fact there is a 10 yr old Yorkie right now at the Prince Georges County Animal Management Division), dachshunds show up and a number of shih tzus as well.

The other popular dogs? Yes, always available at the local shelter, both purebreds and mixes alike.

So, why not add a popular dog to your household today (there's 3 beagles right now on their available pets), visit the TriCounty Animal Shelter and bring home the love that only an adoptable animal can give you.

 

[Hello6]

Whenever someone is gushing about breeding their dog and how they just had puppies, I always like to check out petfinder.com and see just how many dogs of that breed are in need of a home. It's so sad, so very sad to know that so many good dogs are homeless and people view them as disposable (like the poor momma dog dropped off at the dump and rescued). And the numbers on petfinder aren't even indicative of them all, because there are countless high kill pounds (just can't bring myself to call it a shelter) that don't post their dogs and cats there.

Don't breed or buy while homeless animals die. Puppymillers: DIAF, FOAD.

 

[kwillia]

The only "popular" dog I've never seen at the shelter is the Miniature Schnauzer.

I faithfully called the shelter just about daily for months waiting for a mini-schnauzer. I finally found one in need of immediate adopting via somd.com classifieds.

 

[Pete]

I faithfully called the shelter just about daily for months waiting for a mini-schnauzer. I finally found one in need of immediate adopting via somd.com classifieds.

Are yours mini?

 

[tes218]

I faithfully called the shelter just about daily for months waiting for a mini-schnauzer. I finally found one in need of immediate adopting via somd.com classifieds.

I know of a male, black, mini-schnauzer needing a home now. Oliver is 7 months old and 10 lbs. Any takers?

 

[LexiGirl75]

I think I got a really good beagle from SMAWL. I do know that tri-county has an overwhelming amount at any given time.

My beagle went through his phase, I am not sure if he will ever be able to have free range of the house while I am gone during the day though. It was very important that he be trained at an early age not to destroy things out of boredom when left at home alone but he wasn't. Overnight he does well but two incidents while I was at work is enough for me to know that he should be kenneled.

At first I thought his previous owners just put him and another beagle out because they didnt want them anymore. But, I read on here where someone mentioned a lost beagle that may have been a hunter that got seperated from his pack. That seems very likely for why the two dogs were found together. If that is the case then I imagine that they were not trained to be house dogs.

He doesn't howl like I've heard beagles are suppose to do. He is very patient and good with children. High energy when it's play time and laid back when it's down time. The only problem I have with him is that he constantly goes in my room when I am in the shower every morning and ravish my waste basket. No idea why he does this. :shrug:

So if anyone is considering adopting a beagle just know that there are some good ones. It's my first dog for my family but I grew up with dogs (yorkies and cockerspaniels). If I was able to make it work, it's been over a year then I think most people can make it work.

He loves walks and that is his thing, Think Pokey Little Puppy. I am also going to rent the moie Shiloh as I have heard that my dog looks exactly like that dog. Just food for thought if I can help a beagle find a home.

 

[Katie]

I have the adorable Austrailian Pups and momma right now. They will all find wonderful homes probably this weekend!

 

[HorseLady]

I overheard some people talking today who are landlords. They were discussing tenants and at one point one said he was replacing carpets in a few of his rentals. He said he was giving his tenants 30 days to get rid of their "big" dogs (total of 5 or 6 among them). So here you have people who are going to be desperate to find homes for some big dogs or risk losing their homes in this tight rental market - especially in the middle to lower end. Would it be better for them to take them to the shelter if they can't find someone to take the dogs or let them run free somewhere? As much as it is a least desireable outcome the shelter has a purpose of giving folks somewhere to take an animal they can no longer keep - for many reasons. JMO

 

[krazd_kat]

He said he was giving his tenants 30 days to get rid of their "big" dogs (total of 5 or 6 among them). So here you have people who are going to be desperate to find homes for some big dogs or risk losing their homes in this tight rental market - especially in the middle to lower end. Would it be better for them to take them to the shelter if they can't find someone to take the dogs or let them run free somewhere? As much as it is a least desireable outcome the shelter has a purpose of giving folks somewhere to take an animal they can no longer keep - for many reasons. JMO

If he is giving them 30 days, they need to start LOOKING for a home for these dogs IF they honestly have no other option. If they don't have an option they need to use every single day productively - advertise in the classifieds, post signs where allowed, network with their friends, some of the vets in the area will allow signs to be posted in their offices.

They need to be proactive in this. If they want a rescues help then they need to try to contact a rescue now to see if they can help, it can't happen over night. I can't stress enough, when people hear this, they need to act immediately.

Now, "let them run free" (?) by no means would ANYONE recommend that, the shelter is definitely the answer if they are uncaring and selfish enough to even consider dumping their pet. By dumping a pet, you are being lazy and putting the responsibility on someone elses shoulder. Either they will wind up adopting it (sometimes it happens that way), they will post flyers to find it a home, or they will ultimately call the shelter.

But the above can only happen, if that defenseless animal that was so casually left to run free, somehow manages not to become road kill. Of course, the owners probably wouldn't cry over seeing that, but other unselfish animal lovers will shed a few tears for the dog that someone didn't want.

 

[Kerad]

I am dying to get a dog...but, I am being responsible because I know I do not have the proper situation at home to get the dog I want.

First off..it's just me...and I'm gone from 6:30 am-5 pm every weekday. Next...I live in an apartment, which speaks for itself.

Finally, the dog I really want is a Border Collie...which is the wonderful combination of being one of the most energetic and intelligent dogs on the planet. What does that mean? It means : "Keep me mentally and physically busy, or I'll find a way to use those traits in a not-so-constructive manner.

When I am finally in a situation where I can get my dog...I'm hitting up a Rescue...no doubt.

 

[huntr1]

Along with the other good hearted thread about the popular dogs, the downside of the most popular dogs are how many of these dogs wind up in the shelters....bring home the love that only an adoptable animal can give you.

I have never bought a dog or a cat. Always rescued or from a family member.

First dog ever was given to me when I was <7. Man got it from a farm in Croom, took it home and his 2 siameese cats didn't take to it (big surprise), and on his way to return it he saw me playing in the yard and asked my father if we wanted the puppy. Best dog EVER.

First cat as an adult was from the Baltimore Co. shelter in Hunt Valley. Great cat, she rules the roost.

Next cat was a stray kitten rescued from under our shed. He's a good cat.

First dog as an adult was given to us by my father-in-law. Pure bred no paper beagle, bred from 2 hunting dogs by a hunter for the purpose of getting more hunting dogs. All puppies were placed with other hunters that were looking for hunting dogs. Had to put her down when she slipped a disc and fractured a vert. in her back.

Next dog was a G Shep mix found under a beach house in Del. Woman that found the litter of puppies brought them all home, weened them and placed them all (even re-placed one when she heard how it was being raised). She got hit by a car.

Current dog is a pure bred Brit. Spaniel (about 12 years old) rescued from the Frederick shelter. He was a hunting dog that ran off during a hunt and got sprayed by a skunk. Good dog, just kinda slow in the head. This will be our last dog until we get our yard fenced.

 

[Chrystee]

I overheard some people talking today who are landlords. They were discussing tenants and at one point one said he was replacing carpets in a few of his rentals. He said he was giving his tenants 30 days to get rid of their "big" dogs (total of 5 or 6 among them). So here you have people who are going to be desperate to find homes for some big dogs or risk losing their homes in this tight rental market - especially in the middle to lower end. Would it be better for them to take them to the shelter if they can't find someone to take the dogs or let them run free somewhere? As much as it is a least desireable outcome the shelter has a purpose of giving folks somewhere to take an animal they can no longer keep - for many reasons. JMO

The thought wouldn't even enter my mind.
First of all, the rental market isn't THAT tight.. Secondly, I would do wahtever I had to do to accomodate my dogs.. Did they pay a deposit to have the dogs in the apartment? Is it in their lease that they can have the dogs? I would be fighting that then.

If not.. I would find a new place and move. If I had to move to a more undesirable location, fine, so be it.

 

[tes218]

I overheard some people talking today who are landlords. They were discussing tenants and at one point one said he was replacing carpets in a few of his rentals. He said he was giving his tenants 30 days to get rid of their "big" dogs (total of 5 or 6 among them). So here you have people who are going to be desperate to find homes for some big dogs or risk losing their homes in this tight rental market - especially in the middle to lower end. Would it be better for them to take them to the shelter if they can't find someone to take the dogs or let them run free somewhere? As much as it is a least desireable outcome the shelter has a purpose of giving folks somewhere to take an animal they can no longer keep - for many reasons. JMO

If you know these people or know how to reach them, maybe this site could help: http://www.jillbarsky.com/newopening.html

There are places to look for pet-friendly rentals - Pet Lover's Companion is one booklet. Also search the internet. There are options. The real key is to start thinking about it and looking now. Even if you find you have to board until you can move. Some facilities may offer lower, long-term boarding rates, especially if it is off season.