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By: Rebecca Foxton

You keep good care of your dog, but what of those who by some accident or circumstances end up alone? The pound may be the end destination for an unfortunate number, as even healthy dogs will be put down if they can't be rehomed elsewhere.

Animal shelters, which take in unwanted dogs and try to rehome them, have been driving home the message over the last five to ten years the importance of spaying and neutering dogs. This has helped reduce the numbers of stray dogs in many parts of the USA.

Not all animals which end up in the shelters are unwanted pets. Sometimes the owner can no longer look after their animal due to sickness; death, neglect and handicap can also force a hard choice.

On the flip side, some might end up in shelters because they were too much to handle for their owner, they may have become too boisterous around the children or had some behavioral issue.

If you want a new dog, look first at a shelter. They have mixed and pure breeds desperately waiting for a new owner.

There are some aspects to remember when you adopt from an animal shelter. The dogs rarely come with any medical history, so any future illnesses or conditions cannot be predicted.

Likewise the shelter can rarely vouch for the animal's temperament, so caution should be exercised, especially if you are choosing a dog to be around your kids. In addition be prepared to have to do a little dog obedience with your new pet to iron out any bad habits his former owner allowed him to have.

In addition, be prepared to have to do a little dog obedience with your new pet, to iron out any bad habits his former owner allowed him to have. Your new pet might be anxious or hyperactive in the first days and weeks as he gets used to his new circumstances.

Thankfully organizations such as The Humane Society exist to protect animal in the USA. The HQ can be found in Washington DC. Its influence spreads countrywide with regional branches. It relies solely on voluntary contributions.

The work of the Humane society includes looking after the rights of both wildlife and domestic animals. It carries out its wok through legislation, litigation, investigation, education, advocacy and field work.

If you are looking for a pet the Humane Society can help; its local branches hold many unwanted animals looking for new homes.

If you want to help the Humane Society you can do so in several ways. You can adopt an animal. You can give a donation. You can volunteer your time.

All of these will help the Humane Society in their work. Animal shelters are the last resort for sick, injured and homeless animals. Make sure you don't forget about the animals no-one remembered.

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About the author: Rebecca Foxton wants to help you bring your pet brilliant health with Fortiflora. Check out her health tips for people with dogs and cats and read her dog arthritis article series on Dog Buffs.

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