Home Alone? Basic Time Management for Your Dog

When was the last time you heard someone say, “I have more time on my hands than I know what to do with?” Probably never. Practically no one feels there are enough hours in the day. To make sure the dog gets his or her due, conscientious dog owners schedule time for walking and feeding the dog, training and playing games, and possibly also participating in organized dog sports, such as tracking, flyball, agility, or obedience. But how much thought do we give to how the dog spends the rest of her day, especially those portions of it when we are absent?

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by Mary “Tief” Tieffenbrunn - CCHS Humane Education Chair and volunteer for Illinois Bird Dog Rescue

What is a breed rescue group?

A breed rescue group is usually a group of volunteers that work together to shelter and rehome dogs of a specific breed. Most breed rescue groups obtain homeless dogs from over crowded animal shelters, impound facilities, and owner surrenders. Most breed rescue groups keep their rescued dogs in “foster homes” rather than in a kennel environment. This way, the dog’s quality of life immediately improves upon entering the rescue and he has the opportunity to learn how to be a well-behaved house dog before he is adopted and goes to his new “forever home.”

A few things you can expect:

Many breed rescues are run entirely by volunteers. Sometimes you will not get an immediate return phone call or email about your inquiry or application because the volunteers are very busy taking care of dogs and their other responsibilities. Dealing with a breed rescue can require some patience.

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Want to Help Reduce the Number of Animals Surrendered to Animal Care and Control (AC&C)?

Want to Help Animals Stay with their Families?

Volunteer with the SAFETY NET PROGRAM!

SUNDAY DEC 2 and FRIDAY DEC 7 are our next Volunteer Trainings!

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Planning a trip to the Big Apple with your big pooch? Stay in comfort at one of many pet-friendly hotels… (click to read entire article…)

New York City parks are dog friendly. The Parks Department has designated certain areas within parks welcome dogs. Park hours are 9am-9pm. When using dog friendly areas, the Parks Department requires that owners have proof of current dog license and rabies vaccination. Two types of areas exist which allow the owner and dog to enjoy NYC parks:

Dog Runs: Large, fensed in areas in which dogs can excerise unleashed. These runs are designed for play, while providing good drainage, safe lighting, and health plantings.

Off Leash Areas: Dogs are permitted to be off leash from 9am to 9pm. Park Rules must be observed at all times.
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