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Date Posted: 21:50:00 11/27/03 Thu
Author: Susan
Subject: Re: Help
In reply to: Mark Kreslins 's message, "Help" on 12:10:26 11/17/03 Mon

Please take a look at this site:
http://www.petfinder.com

There are specialty rescues here...that absolutely adore the breed.

Susan
PS Incase you decide to do this yourself here is a checklist I am currently using I pray your babies get GREAT homes!:

HOME VISIT

Date of Visit

Name

Describe the street: Busy_____Quiet______ In between______

Describe the setting: Rural____Suburban____Urban______

How did they react to my dog?

Is there a yard? Condition of yard

Is the yard fenced?

Describe fence

Where will dog relieve itself?

How will the dog get exercise?

Do you see current leashes/harness's if no fence

Is there a chain tie out outside?

Condition of house

Condition of basement

Condition of garage

Hazardous items?

Poisonous plants?

Are there lots of stairs?

Where will dog sleep?

Where will the dog stay when left alone?

Are living quarters dog friendly?

Will they allow dog to have free run of the house?

Will they allow dog on furniture?

Are there lots of small objects or knick knacks?

How many in family?

Current pets: Name Type of pet Sex Age How long owned Where kept


Are pets well cared for? Neglected or abused?

Condition of dogs teeth - if you can sneak a peek at the teeth :)

Are children respectful of pets?

How do family members react to each other?

Are there any allergies in the family?

Is main caretaker physically able to care for dog?

Where will the dog eat - is it a clean area?

What kind of food will eat?

How will they work thru behavioral issues?

What would they do if the dog becomes very ill?

How would they housetrain?

What type of flooring do they have?

How would they discipline a dog?

What if their current dog and rescue don't get along; what will they do?

Are there any other concerns or limitations?

Would I feel comfortable leaving a dog here?

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  • Re: Help -- Castle Mount Mastiffs, 22:23:53 12/03/03 Wed
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