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Special Needs Program
In any no-kill shelter, inevitably there
are a few animals that for any number of reasons are passed up for
adoption. Whether fearful, old, nervous, poorly socialized, or
physically challenged, some animals simply do not attract
typical families as pets. The Special Needs Program is designed to
care for the needs of these least fortunate animals. Interested,
qualified families that would like to participate in the
rehabilitation and care of these animals will receive advanced
behavioral training appropriate for the dog's needs, as well as
ongoing in-home support during fostering to ensure the
best care is given. Once progress with the dog has been made, the
family may choose to adopt the dog out to another
family or make it a permanent member of their
household.
Lucy
The first family to join the program chose to work
with Lucy, a Border Collie / Great Pyrenees (or something like that)
who has severe fear issues. Initially she simply hid under furniture
the whole time, so much that they had to take food to her and pick
her up and carry her outside to do her business. We've now had two
sessions with her, and we are very happy to report she is making
excellent progress. She is becoming more interactive with the
family, she is eating regularly, and is able to walk outside the
home without a severe fear reaction.
Watch Lucy's video
and first progress report here.
Check out the initial pictures of Lucy and her ongoing blog.
Other animals we need families
for include:
Lola
 Lola is a sweet pit bull cross who's only
problem is that she is old. Lola is 11, and older dogs simply don't
get adopted very often. She is very sweet and very responsive, and
deserves to have a home that is willing to see to her geriatric
needs as she continues to age.
Watch her learning to walk at heel and
sit.
Hoss

Hoss
is a beautiful rottweiler that has been at the Ranch for several
years. He has some fear issues we need to work through, but the
right family could bring out the best in him.
See him here.
Questions
regarding this program and any families interested in joining should
contact Rick or Heather at 505.604.6367 or email answers@afreshperspectivedogtraining.com
Qualified families are needed with and without children, and with
and without other pets. A fully enclosed yard is required. Families
accepted into the program will typically spend time working with the
dog at the Ranch on a regular basis and receive standardized
obedience training before taking the animal home. Exceptions are
made on a case-by-case basis.
| 505-604-6367 2003 Southern Blvd. SE #102-85, Rio Rancho,
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