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Before you decide

Adopting a dog is a big decision. Take some time to think about what you can offer, what you need from a dog, and what kind of adoption might be right for you.

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Is adoption the right decision?

Adopting a dog is a big commitment. Here we look at the practical and emotional considerations of bringing a dog into your life.​​​

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Adopting a dog from abroad

Are you considering adopting a dog from overseas? Understand the additional questions, uncertainties and practical considerations involved in international adoption.

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What kind of dog is right for you? 

Here we look at age, temperament, energy, needs and personality, and what these might mean when finding your future companion.

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Breed, genetics and behaviour

Explore how breed and genetics can influence behaviour, why individuals still vary, and what this information can and cannot tell you about a dog.

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Adopting a puppy from overseas

Adopting a puppy from overseas does not necessarily mean starting at the beginning. With changes to UK import rules set to increase the minimum age for imported puppies, we look at why those first months matter, what you should ask the rescue, and how to prepare. 

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Understanding adoption profiles

Every rescue organisation has its own way of writing adoption profiles. But what can a profile really tell you about the dog you'd like to adopt? Through examples of adoption profiles, we consider what to look out for, and why missing information may tell us more thank you might think. 

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