I have been caring for your pets for more than twenty five years as a Zoo Keeper, an Animal Services Officer and as a Veterinary Technician.
I have seen dozens of dogs needlessly hit by cars and attacked and killed by other dogs whose owners never thought it would happen to them. I have seen the suffering that the dogs experience and the heartbreak their owners go through. Please do not let this happen to you. Whether your dog is in Florida or somewhere else
You can save your dog’s life by following a few simple steps:
1. NEVER let your dog outside without you attached to one end of a leash and your dog secured to the other end in a harness. (Except in a fenced yard).
2.When taking your dog outside always use a harness and not a collar. You should avoid step in and expandable mesh harnesses. The expandable material in the mesh harnesses can not hold your dog securely and the step in harnesses are difficult to fit properly. An H style harness is your best choice. Remember it needs to fit tightly to work properly. Your dog can slip out of a collar in a few seconds and be gone forever
3. Do not rely solely on electric “Invisible fence” type fencing. It is not effective for all dogs and is not as reliable as a physical fence.
4. Inspect your fence regularly for any damage or gaps that would allow your dog to escape.
5. Always have your dog’s identification attached to their harness or collar at all times (yes even inside).
6. Use a collar only for the purpose of attaching your dog’s identification or a fashion statement, but never for attaching a leash.
7. Have your pet micro chipped. Make sure you choose a chip that is recognized by your local shelter.
8. Please keep your dog on a leash. Remember you can control your actions, but you can not control the actions of those who may harm your pet, like speeding cars,other dogs,coyotes, etc. Use a harness and leash.
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Please don’t buy a family member. ADOPT! Prefer a particular breed? Contact a rescue group like these
Florida Pit Bull Rescue http://pitbull.rescueme.org/Florida
The American Kennel Club http://www.akc.org/breeds/rescue.cfm
The Bulldog club of America http://www.rescuebulldogs.org/
The American German Shepherd Rescue Association http://www.agsra.com/ or contact me at https://bobspetsitting.com/ and I will be happy to help you.
I wish you and your dog many happy years together. Contact me I will be happy to help you.