Also about the rescue, I want to open a rehabilitation center for abused and neglected Pits (Yes I know that is not their breed).
All I really know is that I will have to find a place to hold them all (lots of land) plus be able to keep the shelter up and support the animals. I also know that I would have to do it in a place that doesn't have BSL (which I think is stupid!)
So I get the main idea, I know it will be tons of work, and I will have to be able to care for each and every animal. I am currently working at the Humane Society in my area, so I understand how much work is put into caring for so many animals.
I would not limit the rescue center to only be for Pits, mostly bully breeds and breeds with bad reps, but I would be more than willing to take in other breeds. I care far to much for Pits and other misunderstood breeds to go by and know that while I am sitting here, many of them are being put down from lack of space at shelters. I want to make an impact in today's society and educate the nonbelievers about this breed. No race should be judged, meaning we have no right to judge certain breeds of dogs. Every breed, no matter if Golden Retriever or Rottweiler need a structured home. One with rules from a devoted owner. But at last I am not saying that all of the dogs in any of these breeds are not vicious, I am simply saying that with right training and care they could all be perfect family dogs. No dog should be trained to kill one another, it is a horrid thing. But then again, humans are cruel beings. Ones that would rather see something else be hurt then themselves...
Anyways! Enough rambling from me. About the Rescue and courses to take in the near future...any help?
Thanks and advance!
Dedicated to my little angel, Holly Marie Lynn Kibbles <3
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1) Let's start with the "training college."
First off, i am not a fan of most training colleges/programs - they tend to focus on one or two methods and poo-poo others. Some do not give you the hands on work you need with multiple breeds, others don't give you any at all. There is no "real world" experience at most of these things.
You need to attend seminars upon seminars. Study up and read books on several different training methods. Your BEST bet would be to actually find a few trainers and behaviorists to mentor under - work for THEM for a while in addition to various shelters. Get your hands on work in, and learn as many methods as possible.
2) Opening a Rescue. A VERY noble idea. However there is a lot you need to consider.
First being the cost - you're looking at $100,000 or more for suitable land (if you can find it according to any LAWS in your area in regards to kennels). You're looking at $50,000 or more to put up a suitable building with suitable amenities. You're looking at thousands for LEGAL fees alone - building permits, contracts, etc. You're looking at a couple hundred bucks PER DOG in your care, not counting vet fees for illness/injury or medical outbreaks. Then you'll need to pay vets, employees, etc.
It is NOT going to be cheap. You are almost going to HAVE to have some sort of full time job making a good sum per year before you could even begin to think about opening a rescue. You will need tons of experience and tons of help.
You will need EXPERIENCED people to help handle the dogs you wish to help. You will need lawyers (just in case.)
I suggest you get in contact with other large-scale rescues and talk to them about their beginnings (if they're willing to talk about it.) DogTown (Best Friends Animal Society) in Utah comes to mind. Villalobos Pit Bull Rescue in California is another.
it might be best to start out small as a foster. Work your way up in the shelter system and start offering help rescuing once you've established your credibility. Work with their dogs, find them homes.
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- This isnt really gonna answer your question.. but i would suggest working at a rescue like that to get a feel for what it takes to run one...
- Consult the SPCA
- I admire your goal. There is a great need for no-kill shelters for bully breeds and almost every shelter in the country is challenged by the number of pit bulls they need to house. Opening a shelter is a very expensive proposition. Most communities have zoning regulations for kennels and shelters that mean you have to be on the outskirts of town to have such a facility. It is also expensive to operate a shelter. you need people, food, building, permits,etc. Opening up a new facility takes a lot of money, time and resources. My suggestion would be to work with one of your local shelters to pursue your goal. You'll learn about shelter operation. You could also focus on becoming a dog trainer to help some of these troubled dogs become better pets (like the Dog Whisperer). Almost every shelter faces this problem and would welcome your help.
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