What Happens When A Sheltie Comes Into Rescue?
Initially, when a Sheltie comes into rescue they get a full veterinary checkup (spay/neuter, current vaccinations and heartworm check with preventative). They are then placed in a temporary foster home where they will be evaluated for house manners, socialization skills (how are they around children, other dogs or animals, etc.). Sometimes basic dog training is done to help make the dog more placeable. The foster homes work on making whatever problems the dog may come with less, while giving more positive motivation for good behavior. Every effort is made to make sure that the right dog is placed in the right home. Each dog has it’s own personality and is unique in his own way. Because of this, not every Sheltie will fit in just any home.
