Save That Dog: Everything You Need to Know About Adopting a Purebred Rescue Dog (Paperback)

by Liz Palika (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
The first book to deal specifically with purebred rescue, the dogs, and the people involved, Save That Dog! explains what purebred dog rescue is and how it differs from shelter adoptions. Heartwarming profiles of abused, abandoned dogs which have been placed in loving, responsible homes are interspersed with details of the adoption process. 30 photos.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Macmillan General Reference (August 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876057377
• ISBN-13: 978-0876057377
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,187,242 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A helpful book for every dog owner, June 29, 1998

By	Sarah B., [e-mail] (Silver Spring, MD) - See all my reviews

My fiance and I recently adopted a rescued Cairn Terrier with no advance notice. Like many rescue dogs, he had some emotional baggage which expressed itself in bad behavior; we knew we'd have to turn him around if he was going to stay. "Save That Dog" gave concrete tips on how to deal with dog behavior problems that affect many dogs, not just rescued dogs. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is considering adopting a rescue dog and dog owners in general.

44 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Warm, friendly and practical look at breed rescue, August 11, 1997

By A Customer

A warm, friendly book full of practical insight and heartfelt success stories of rescued dogs who went on to "fame and fortune" as the stars of their new owners' lives.

Some people believe that for a dog to be truly "theirs", they must adopt it as a puppy. Liz discusses the love and total devotion that are common with rehomed dogs, and helps point out that a dog rescued from a substandard environment and placed in a loving, friendly one may be the most grateful pet you ever own. It is an option my wife and I have certainly never regretted.

As owners of a purebred West Highland White terrier, my wife and I continually amaze people we meet when we mention he was rescued from the pound. People just don't believe that pure-bred dogs end up in shelters to be euthanized; most assume the places are filled with mutts coming from alley breedings. Liz points out the startling statistic that less than 30% of dogs stay their entire lives with one owner; pedigreed, intentionally-bred dogs included.

Unrealistic expectations by new dog owners are probably the single greatest reason for this statistic; this book will ensure that you will not be a contributor to the problem, giving intelligent, realistic assessments of the possibilities and realities of dog ownership.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for anyone with a purebred, rescued dog!, March 20, 1998

By A Customer

I liked this book! Although I have never had a dog from a rescue league, after purchasing this book, I discovered it helped me with my rescued mixed-breed and my Cocker Spaniel, both of whom came from a shelter. I someday hope to acquire dogs from breed rescue, and I have no doubt that this book will help me achieve that dream. The section on helpingyour new dog adjust to other pets, as I have seven animals currently!