Over the years I’ve learned a thing or two about handling rescue dogs. Here are my essential tips and tools.
How To Crate Train A Rescue Dog In 9 Steps
I’ve crate trained nearly all of the dogs I’ve fostered. It’s not right for every dog, but in the vast majority of cases, crate training is a good idea for rescue dogs. Here’s how I crate train my rescue dogs, along with some tips on what to do if crate training isn’t going smoothly.
How To Crate Train A Rescue Dog With Separation Anxiety
To crate train a rescue dog with separation anxiety, you’ll need A LOT of patience.
Some rescue dogs with separation anxiety will never be able to stay in the crate alone. However, many rescue dogs overcome their anxiety and learn to enjoy being alone in the crate with the proper training and desensitization.
6 Alternatives To Crate Training A Rescue Dog
There are dogs that simply can’t be crate trained. Hopefully, you knew this about your rescue dog before you took them home and tried to lead them into their crate. However, whether you knew you had an uncrateable dog or not, these alternatives to crate training a rescue dog give you options.
14 Steps For Leash Training A Rescue Dog
Leash training a rescue dog is the fastest path to building a bond I’ve found. Nevertheless, too many of the volunteers, fosters, and even adopters I talk to find leash walking to be the single greatest challenge they face in working with a rescue dog.
The 13 Best Rescue Dog Collars
Rescue dog collars are more than just necklaces for pets. They tell a story of hope, love, and fresh starts. They can also be great training tools or essential safety gear to protect your dog and the community. Choosing the right collar for your rescue dog is, therefore, crucial, whether you adopted your dog or you’re working with a dog from a shelter or rescue.