Paws United Dog Rescue (not for profit rescue)

A crucial aspect of managing dangerous or unwanted behavior is the ability to confine the dog during times of high risk. When I am called in to work with a do...g who has threatened or bitten visitors, one of the first things I suggest is crating or otherwise confining the dog during times that the owner cannot give the dog 100% of their attention, like appliance repair calls or kids' birthday parties. Too often, these dogs are unable to be confined away from the owner without significant stress for all involved. Incessant barking, howling, and clawing at crates and doors makes life miserable for both dogs and humans. A recent visit had me very concerned that the dog was going to break down the sliding glass door trying to get inside! And so, instead of starting the desensitization and counter-conditioning program right away, we have to devote part of our lessons to acclimating the dog to some form of confinement. Dog owners could save time and money by teaching their dog this one skill. Even if your dog is great with visitors and perfectly behaved inside the house all day when you're at work, there are still plenty of reasons to teach this important life skill. Your dog may need surgery that requires them to be quiet and still for large periods of time. You may move to a new house and need a safe place for your dog while doors are open and boxes are being carried in/out. Your perfectly friendly dog may take a strong disliking to a new friend, making it difficult to talk over all the barking. You may start a new relationship with a partner who has another dog or even a cat, requiring a careful and gradual integration. You may pick up a loose dog and need to keep your dog separated until you can find the owner or determine the dog is healthy and friendly. Whatever the reason, you can't know what the future holds for you and your dog. It is better to do a little training now and never need it, than to add it to the list of things that need to be done during a house remodel or move. How do you do it? Start out small. If your dog will safely respect a baby gate, you can put him on one side while you sit on the other, rewarding all good behavior. Start with 15 rewards, then release your dog while he is calm and quiet. In future training sessions, you can build distance and duration. For example, give your dog a frozen Kong stuffed with canned dog food while he's behind the gate and you sit and relax within his sight. As long as he's focused on his Kong and not whining, clawing, or barking, he can stay there until the Kong is empty. The Kong delivers a continuous stream of reinforcement for calm behavior and creates a more positive association to the confinement area. Repeat this when you a) do the dishes, b) fold laundry, c) watch a tv show, d) sit with a friend or family member and eat dinner, etc. The idea being that your dog learns that there will be times he can't have full access to you or other areas of the house, but he will get good things in exchange. I also recommend the ideas in the DVD Crate Games, by Susan Garrett, which teach dogs to LOVE getting into crates, but the same ideas could be used for baby gates, too. http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DTA287 We all want our dogs to be with us as often as possible, but sometimes, temporary separation is necessary. Preparing them for that possibility makes your life easier, and reduces their stress, which is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. COPYRIGHT NOTICE Feel free to share on Faceook via the Share link. Downloading for redistribution in any form, for any reason is strictly prohibited. 2015 Lisa Mullinax. All rights reserved.

Doug is fitting in so well and is loved by his whole family. He wanted to stop by and say Hi.

Paws United face mask. Don't leave home without it. Sizes XS, S, M. $14 each.

Happy Adoption Day Buttercup!

Another huge THANK YOU to Miss Dixie's Foundation for there amazing efforts in keeping rescues like us stocked up on treats, food, supplies and anything else a rescue could need. They are some amazing people. And we are very grateful for them. We are now stocked up on treats for maybe a year or so!!! Thank you.

One of the hardest realizations in rescue is how many dogs that have been adopted when we first started out that are aging. We hate getting the message or email about a dog that was adopted previously and has passed. Bear is no different, adopted about 7yrs ago, this guy has crossed the rainbow bridge to join the rest of the paws Alumni doggos. We hate to say goodbye, but we know that they had a great life with their new families, which makes it easier. We will never forget our fallen pooches. We are so happy to have been able to help these dogs find their happy endings! Until we meet again!

Paws United Dog Rescue non-medical masks are now available! Support rescue doggos, look stylish, and help keep your fellow humans safe during these crazy times. $14 each. Sizes M, S, XS (limited quantity) available. First come first served. Payment is by Etransfer or cash only. Pick up in London or at Lobo Animal Care Centre. Please message to arrange arrange pick up.

Buddy Just hanging out with me in the grass this afternoon.

Awesome donation from Miss Dixie's Foundation for our doggos in rescue. Lots of treats for everyone to enjoy. Thank you so much for spreading the love and sharing all these wonderful donations with rescues!! We truely appreciate it.

The dogs in this folder are currently available for adoption unless otherwise stated. You'll find applications at paws-united.com Adult Dogs Adoption Fee- $400 Puppies Adoption- $400- $100 rebate for 6 month spay/Neuters Seniors Adoption- $300

ADOPTION PENDING BILLIE 10 year old, male, West highland Terrier Billie, or "Mr. Bill" as we've taken to calling him is a spunky mature boy.... He loves his people, loves fairly long walks and playtimes in the great outdoors and loves a good couch to nap on. Mr. Bill was not living his best life before being picked up for foster so while he is a bit skiddish and doesn't know many of the basic commands, how to really play or how to use non-textured stairs, he's come SUCH a long way in only a few weeks and will make the perfect companion for someone who has lots of love to give. Billie has not met any cats as of yet. He is a great casual companion for other dogs. He has not been around young children however with his gentle nature we suspect he would do fine with calmer, dog savvy children. Ideally Mr. Bill's forever home will have limited stairs or an owner able to lift him up and down stairs, take him for 30-45 minute walks and provide him with lots of love. He is crate trained and house trained, but hasn't been left alone for a significant amount of time out of the crate. Since arriving into foster care he has been getting himself on track with health matters. Still awaiting his neuter and dental surgery which is coming up mid month but overall he is feeling great and doing so much better than when he arrived. He will be ready to start his next adventure with a new family once his neuter and dental surgeries are completed. Please visit www.paws-united.com to fill out an application. The adoption fee is $400 and includes spay/neuter (dogs over 6 months), vaccines, de-worming, heartworm test (dogs over 6 months), flea/tic/heartworm prevention and microchip. **For puppies under 6 months a $100 spay/neuter rebate will be given if they are not spayed/neutered before adoption.** **Please note we DO NOT adopt our dogs as outdoor/farm dogs. These dogs are coming to us as stray, roaming or dogs that have lived a life tied to a chain. Our goal is to bring them in the house off the chain and give them a pampered indoor dogs lifestyle. Unless otherwise stated we will not even consider a home that has intentions of leaving our dogs outdoors or tied to a chain**

We have created a new Wish List on amazon.ca. Since it may be tough for people to get out, purchase, and drop off donations we thought it may be a great way for... people to still help out and show support by using the online option to donate. Please visit https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/3JQR4Y2L4W92H If you would like to donate some items to the rescue. Thanks for all your help! See more

Be there for them like they've been for you

We will be making some special order face masks for fundraising. The cost per mask will be $14. Below I have attached a sample of the design as well as the sizing chart. We will be ordering only xs, sm, and medium. Quantity is limited if demand is high we can order more.

Sometimes the road to that purrfect family is a bumpy one but in rescue we know it all works out just as its meant to in the end. Happy Adoption Day Summer!!

HAPPY ADOPTION DAYS TO APRIL & LEO!!

Happy Adoption Day Poe!!