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Why do people surrender the dogs to shelters?

Trinity of Hope
There are many reasons dogs are surrendered to shelters (e.g., health, behaviour, personal circumstances). With Giants, one of the most common reasons is that the dog got too big or is untrained.
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How many dogs are euthanized in shelters each year?

Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue, Inc.
In Harris County alone, approximately 97,000 dogs are euthanized each year. That is approximately 265 dogs PER DAY.
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Why are there so many dogs and cats in shelters?

Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue, Inc.
Sigh. Where should I start? First of all, and most importantly, the majority of pet-owners in the United States are not getting their animals spayed or neutered. So many organizations offer low-cost, and sometimes FREE spay/neuter services and people still do not do it. This results in many many unwanted litters of puppies/kittens. Then the pet-owner may give the babies away, or the babies may become stray, therefore the cycle continues.
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What is the Pets For People Program? Which shelters in my area participate?

Frequently Asked Questions | Purina.com
Since 1984, the Purina Pets For People Program continues to provide life-enriching benefits of pet ownership to Americans. Since its inception, the Purina Pets For People Program has donated more than $16 million dollars to participating humane shelters and matched more than 150,000 shelter pets with owners.
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what age are dogs typically given up to shelters?

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Starting from 8 months on, when they are no longer cute and easy to control. This means that for you to enjoy your dog, you should start training early and often!
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How long do most people stay in shelters?

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The average shelter stay for a family is just under a year. For adults, the stays can vary from a brief period to many years.
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Should I surrender?

Sunlife Financial of Canada
Sun Life Financial of Canada have produced a useful information leaflet to let you know more about the considerations of surrendering your plan. Click here to download. If you no longer need your endowment plan you can also consider selling rather than surrender. Click here for more information. Life insurance is designed to provide protection and savings over a medium to long period of time, to give you and your loved ones security and peace of mind.
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Black Jack 4 You - Questions of the Game of Black Jack
Offline Black Jack casino games often include the player giving up his first two cards and losing only half his original bet when the player chooses to do so. While the final decision is always going to be up to you, how luck you feel and how your time is going while playing black jack, here are the basics rules that you can bend and change when you are out for a good time. When you have a total of seventeen showing, you should stand.
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I thought RMBs were supposed to be given whole...why are some people grinding them for their dogs?

BARF for Beginners - Most Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, RMBs should be given whole (not ground up or smashed), as chewing the entire RMB provides several benefits. Chewing RMBs provides superior jaw and upper body muscle exercise, as well as those pearly whites we've read so much about. Puppies who chew their RMBs satisfy their natural chewing desires, rather than chewing on your furniture or shoes. On the other hand, ground RMBs still provide all the nutritional requirements that are so crucial to your dog's health.
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Are they suitable for people who are allergic to dogs?

American Hairless Terrier FAQ
There is no dog breed that is truly non-allergenic (not allergy causing) since all dogs produce dander, saliva, and urine that people can be allergic to. However, from my personal experience, the AHT is the least allergy causing dog breed. See my allergy pages for more human pet allergy info.
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How do the dogs find people?

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The dog's nose is several thousands of times more sensitive than a human's. An air scenting dog is trained to use the air currents and wind to find human scent. People shed thousands of skin cells per minute (rafts) and this is the odor believed the dog is smelling, trained to find and is rewarded for. The dog uses its natural hunting ability and instinct to locate the lost subject. We use positive reinforcement in training.
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How are they with other dogs?

The Klee Kai
Many, not all, Klee Kai are aggressive toward other dogs unless they are well socialized as puppies. These dogs will tend to pick up the characteristics of an older dog if raised around one.
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We obtain dogs from a variety of sources including reputable breeders and rescued dogs. We are committed to using "pound puppies" whenever possible provided they meet our strict size, health and temperament standards.
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Will homeless people who are sleeping out of doors be picked up and taken to shelters?

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The City does not have the legal authority to force someone to come inside to a shelter or drop-in centre. Forced removal can cause homeless people to retreat from services that have helped them in the past. However, trained street outreach workers will encourage homeless people to go to a shelter or the assessment and referral service at 110 Edward, and can arrange transportation.
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Do the shelters collect money based on the number of people that enter every night?

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Answer: No. This is perhaps the biggest myth in the homeless community. None of the emergency shelters get paid by the person coming in the door. They each have a set budget for the year no matter how many people enter the shelter. The Emergency Shelter funds from FEMA are strictly based on the percentage of the total beds in the community. So for example, 2100 Lakeside has 61% of the shelter beds and so they get 61% of the funds.
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Are there shelters? Who runs them? What do they have?

CSEPP Frequently Asked Questions
The decision to open a shelter depends on the level of evacuation from the Emergency Response Zones. If a shelter were to open it would be administered by the American Red Cross. The American Red Cross provides water, food, basic medical attention and a place to sleep.
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How do I reserve one of the shelters in Sunset Park?

City of Rock Island, Illinois - Frequently Asked Questions
The shelters in Sunset Park are managed and maintained by Parks and Recreation. They can be reached at (309) 732-PARK.
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Are Cairns good dogs for older people?

CPCRN : Frequently Asked Questions
Some Cairns would be wonderful with a senior depending on the individual energy levels of the dog and the people. As a rule, Cairns are an active breed; however, they do mellow some with age. Senior or more mature Cairns are recommended for those in their "golden years."
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Can you recommend any books on assistance dogs and people with disabilities?

ADI | FAQ
Here a just a few of the books available: Teamwork I & II by Top Dog in Tucson, Arizona; Partners in Independence by Ed and Toni Eames; Lend Me an Ear by Martha Hoffman; Moving Violations: War Zones, Wheelchairs and Declarations of Independence by John Hockenberry; Life on Wheels: For the Active Wheelchair User by Gary Karp; Planet of the Blind by Stephen Kuusisto; Waist-High in the World: Life Among the Non-Disabled by Nancy Mairs; Chelsea: The Story of a Signal Dog by Paul Ogden
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My Airedale shows aggression toward other dogs (or people). What can I do?

SouthWest Airedale Terrier Rescue Frequently Asked Questions...
The first step is to make sure your dog doesn't have a medical problem. Aggression can be caused by pain, such as cracked molars, a urinary tract infection, or arthritis. A common cause of aggression is also hypothyroidism (low thyroid function). Make sure that your vet runs the complete thyroid panel, blood chemistry/CBC and urinalysis. Make sure your vet sends the blood to a reputable laboratory (in-house tests at the vet's office are not adequate). Find a qualified behaviorist.
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Are there any special competitions for young people who want to show their dogs?

American Kennel Club - Frequently Asked Conformation Questio...
Junior Showmanship offers young people the opportunity to compete with others of their own age in various AKC events--from Junior Showmanship classes (where they are judged on how they present their dog) to training and exhibiting their dogs in Obedience, Agility and the many Performance events.
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Well then, why do so many people still feed their dogs commercial dog foods?

Raw Feeding FAQ
Yes, it confuses me too! However, commercial dog food companies have got the advertising part down amazingly well. They have entered the market at every point. With some companies, breeders and vets get major discounts and kick-backs for selling their product. They sponsor dog shows, they advertise in dog magazines, they get high profile people (including vets) to talk about their product.
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How many people are attacked each year by dogs?

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A survey by the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta ("CDC") concludes that dogs bite nearly 2% of the U.S. population -- more than 4.7 million people annually. Almost 800,000 bites per year -- one out of every 6 -- are serious enough to require medical attention. Dog bites send nearly 334,000 victims to hospital emergency departments per year (914 per day). (National Center for Health Statistics National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey for 1992-1994.
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How many people come to camp? How many dogs?

Camp attendance varies from session to session. Our program is capable of holding over 130 campers, although most sessions have had around 100 human campers, with a dog population slightly higher. Many of our 25-30 staff members and presenters also bring their canine companions along adding to the mix.
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How many people are supervising the dogs during the day?

allfordoggies.com :: F.A.Q.s
It depends on the number of dogs that are at the facility. Generally there are 3-5 trained dog handlers supervising the dogs at all times.
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Are your dogs good for people with allergies?

Brussels Griffon, Affenpinscher, Belgian Buddies
Not necessarily. There is no dog breed that is truly non-allergenic. However, it is possible for people that are allergic and animals to co-exist. There are many things that can cause allergies such as mold, dust, pollen etcâ?¦ By reducing these irritants you will also reduce your overall symptoms. Keeping your dog bathed and their hair clipped short can help as the pollutants are stored in the dander of an animal.
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Are the dogs well socialized to people? Children as well?

Dog Sledding in Algonquin Park Ontario with Chocpaw Expediti...
We run the full gamut of dog personalities in the kennel from the extrovert to the introvert and all the degrees in between. Most are very outgoing and love attention. Some are very shy and prefer to be left alone to do what they live to do , work in harness. These shy dogs have formed the essential attachments to one or two significant and constant people in their lives. That is all they want and seem to need. I do not tolerate aggressive dogs or biters in the kennel.
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WHY ARE MORE PEOPLE ALLERGIC TO CATS THAN DOGS?

Allerpet, Inc. Allergy Information Site - General Allergy Qu...
Cats cause more allergy problems than other animals and sensitivities to them can be extremely serious. Fel d 1, the major allergen of the domestic cat, is produced in the sebaceous glands of the cat's skin and in cat saliva. Fel d1 is deposited on the fur from sebaceous gland secretions and through saliva (when cats lick themselves clean). Previously , it had been generally accepted that the self-cleaning of the cat was the major source of Fel d 1.
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How do I surrender a Golden?

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ's - Yankee Golden Retriever...
If you live in New England, call the YGRR hotline (978) 568-9700 and leave your name and telephone number along with a brief description of the dog's circumstances in the appropriate mailbox on our voicemail. Our Intake Coordinator will return your call. YGRR volunteers or members cannot commit the organization to a dog -- this must be done by our trained professional staff. If the Golden is not in New England, we can refer you to the Golden Rescue in the appropriate geographic area.
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