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Rescue Ranger

How to settle and train your new rescue dog

The news headlines are full of horror stories now about how many pets are being dumped as lockdown eases.  The RSPCA is receiving over 40 calls a day as people return to work and abandon their new puppy from the last few months. Back in April as lockdown took hold the Kennel Club advised people not to get a puppy as a kneejerk reaction to finding a Covid companion. A dog is for life, not just coronavirus was the message they broadcast.  Despite this warning, a new report from the Kennel Club on lockdown puppies found that 40% of the dog …

bringing home a rescue dog tips

7 Ways to help your rescue dog trust you

Bringing home a rescue dog is no small task, it’s very likely that the pup you are offering a new life to has come from a previously very bad one. Make sure that you are aware as this is a huge responsibility and requires a lot of patience and research. Once you have brought your new companion home the basis of your relationship will be built on trust, so here are 7 ways to get your new rescue dog to trust you. Create a safe space The first good piece of advice is to build a safe space for your …