Bringing home a new pet is an exciting time, no matter whether you’re the parent or child. Adopt a rescue pet and your excitement will be bolstered by a beautiful ‘feel-good’ experience.
It is estimated that a whopping 2.7 million animals enter UK animal shelters every year and of these animals, 664,000 are dogs. Common breeds include Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Greyhounds, Jack Russells, German Shepherds, Labradors, and Rottweilers, but look hard enough and you can find just about every breed of dog waiting to be rescued. Thankfully, dog rescues are becoming more common.
Dogs need rescuing for a variety of reasons. Not all dogs needing rescuing are ‘damaged goods’, with many ending up in a shelter because of disrupted families (divorce, separation, bereavement), financial hardship, or housing situations (eg. no ‘pet-friendly’ rentals). Like humans, very few animals are genuinely damaged beyond repair and most rescue facilities will do everything they can to ensure adopted animals are healthy and suitable for adoption. Should a dog have ongoing health or behaviour conditions, these are disclosed to potential new owners prior to adoption to ensure they are fully informed and prepared.
Bringing home a rescue dog
Having agreed to adopt a rescue dog, there are things you need to get ready. Talk to the shelter about anything they may provide, but as a guide, you’ll need to ensure you have a safe and comfortable home for your dog, food, water, aids for keeping your dog healthy, and equipment for walks. Essentials include:
- Dog bed
- Blanket
- Food bowl
- Water bowl
- Training treats
- Toys
- Enclosed yard
- Collar and ID tag
- Leash
- Poo bags
- Car harness
- Brush
- Nail clippers
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Toothbrush and paste
- Worming tablets
- Flea and tick treatment
- Pet insurance or saving plan
- Council registration
Baby gates can keep your dog from moving around the house freely, puppy pads can make cleaning up a breeze, and no chew spray can save your shoes should your new dog have any anxiety about its new home.
6 things to think of for day one
It’s important to remember that while your dog is now in its forever home, your dog doesn’t know this. Your dog may have been bounced from shelter to shelter and may be confused about its future. Each experience with a rescue dog is different, but as a guide, you should:
1. Prepare for your dog’s arrival
It’s important to provide your dog with as much structure as possible and to be clear about certain things before your dog arrives. Get clarity on where your dog will and will not be allowed, where they will sleep and eat, and who will be walking and feeding the dog. Make your house safe by putting loose cables away, storing household cleaners and medications, removing toxic plants and breakables, and ensuring your fence is Houdini-proof. Ideally, plan to bring your dog home at a time when you can spend a few days at home. This will help with settling, as well as give you a chance to supervise your dog as he learns the house rules.
2. Transport your dog safely
Your dog should always be transported in complete safety and dog crates are the safest and most comfortable way to move from A to B. Before purchasing a carrier or crate, talk with the shelter or your veterinarian to ensure the size is appropriate for your pet. If it's not possible to put your dog in a crate, he should be securely placed in the back of the car in a special dog seatbelt or harness. When you get your new dog in the car, let him have a sniff and get familiar with your car before you take off.
3. Get familiar outside
Before you bring your dog inside, consider going for a long walk. Not only will this burn off some energy, but it will also give you a chance to bond and establish a line of communication. Have some treats on you to tell your new friend when he has done something well.
4. Keep him on a lead
When moving inside, keep him on the leash as you show him around. Let him sniff and walk with him slowly, allowing him to take things in at his own pace. Not only will this provide guidance for your dog, it will allow you to intervene before any accidents happen. As part of your house tour, show your dog where the places for food and water are and have a tiny bit of food in the bowl, ideally the same food he’s used to. Don’t worry if he doesn’t want to eat it, some dogs won’t want to eat for the first few days.
5. Let your dog decompress
The first day your dog comes home should be uneventful. Keep things calm and quiet and refrain from having visitors. Give your dog space to get used to his new home, without giving him free rein of the house. Close off certain areas and have a designated space he can retreat to. From there, simply sit back and let him come to you. If you have small children, remind them not to hug him, hang off the dog, or put their faces too close to his.
6. Keep other pets separated
If you have other pets in your home, keep them separated for the first 24 hours. Remember that your new dog will be stressed, even if they appear calm or excited, and meeting another dog might just add to their stress. Consider taking your other dog to a trusted family member’s home or use baby gates to let them get used to each other with the risk of a fight occurring.
Day two and beyond
As your dog begins to settle he will be more inclined to explore. Don’t open up the whole house straight away, it’s best to do this slowly. Introduce a bit more physical attention and pay attention to body language. If you feel he is relaxed, consider safely introducing your other pets.
Once you get to day three, leave your dog by itself for short periods to help avoid separation anxiety. This could be just getting the mail from the letterbox. Gradually increase the alone time but don’t leave your dog alone with another dog until you are sure they are firm friends.
Remember to be patient and forgiving if things don’t go the way you expected and to monitor and control their interactions for the first few weeks. The first few weeks are like a honeymoon period where you get to know each other, and your rescue dog’s true personality may not show itself until later. Make sure you provide as much structure as possible during this time, follow the schedule you established, and let your dog know what you expect from him and what he can expect from you.
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