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EmailYou called twice now, sent 3 emails, and so far… no reply.
You’re worried that the adoption chow of your dreams will fall into someone else’s hands.
Why hasn’t anyone called or written you back?
Read More...Surrendering A Dog To Us.
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For Aggressive Surrenders, please CLICK HERE
We only accept what appear to be purebred chows or Chinese shar-pei and we focus on dogs in shelters or pounds because their lives are truly at risk.
If you are an individual, please note that you must be the legal owner of the dog in order to surrender it. We will ask for proof of ownership and /or you will be required to sign a legal document attesting that you have the full right of ownership of the dog in question.
These dogs are homeless, are in abusive or neglectful situations, are starved, sick or even beaten and the life or well being is in dire jeapordy - There are families who have lost their homes due to economic crisis, owners who die, or fall ill and can no longer look after their loved ones, people get divorced or fall on other hard times. This is the focus of our Rescue with priority always given to blind or handicapped dogs - the demand is very high and relentless and we only have so much space and so many resources.
If you are a shelter/ humane society/ animal law enforcement, please bypass this message and contact us immediately .
Read More...Back Yard Breeders
Print EmailThe back yard breeder is the single greatest cause of pet overpopulation in North America. Back yard breeders usually do not have bad intentions, but the results of back yard breeding are devastating. We've all seen them. Most are all over the internet trying to constantly sell their puppies to anyone who has enough money in their wallet.
Read More...Surrendering An Aggressive Dog To Our Rescue
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Merlin's Hope has gained some reputation as one of the only rescues who will take in aggressive chows for rehabilitation. In fact, this is true, but what many don't understand, is that certain conditions apply.
Read More...Preparing Your Home For Your New Arrival
Print EmailHousekeeping is a casual affair for some–a little hair here or a stain there is of no major importance. Others are more fastidious. While adopting a shelter animal can turn your house into a home, your new furry friend could also turn it into a mess. With a little forethought and the following tips, you can have it all—happy, healthy pets and a clean, stylish home! Read More...
Puppy Mills
Print EmailWhat is a Puppy Mill?
Puppy Mills
In short Puppy Mills are like factory farms for pure bred and designer dogs. The puppies are primarily kept in small wire cages, often stacked on top of each other. These conditions are often unsanitary and breeding grounds for disease and general poor health. In many puppy mills wire cages are used so that all urine and fecal matter falls through the wire to make cleaning easier. But because the cages are piled on top of each other, the puppies live in waste from the dog above them. Very often there is inadequate temperature control both in summer and winter so the dogs will be exposed to extreme cold and heat. They will stay in these often deplorable conditions for about eight weeks until they are old enough to be sold at a pet shop.
Adoption vs Purchasing
Print EmailAdoption vs Purchasing
So you've decided you want a dog.
Compare the caveats and costs of Adoption vs Purchasing.
Read More...R2R - Reading To Rescues
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Reading To Rescues
What Reading Does for the shy/un-trusting or hesitant dog:
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- creates an opportunity where the shy or hesitant dog MUST share a close space with you over a pre-defined period of time.
- creates a familiarity of voice. The dog learns to recognize your voice, accept your presence in a non threatening, and calm situation
- the overall experience is a pleasant one which is well remembered by the dog.
- encourages the dog to harmoniously share space with you, the ‘next’, reading time.
- this can be practiced by any volonteer at any time. As a matter of fact the more strangers the better.
Realistic Costs of Owning a Dog
Print EmailRealistic Costs of Owning a Dog
Get informed so that you don't have a rude awakening!
Read More...How to Select a Breeder of Merit
Print EmailHow to Select a Breeder of Merit
So you've decided you really want to purchase a puppy!
Fine. Here are guidlines ( as outlined by the Canadian Kennel Club and various Canine Clubs), to help you isolate Breeders of Merit and YES, do only buy your puppy from a Breeder of Merit.
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