Animal Welfare Professionals

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I'm looking for myths about shelter dogs and sheltering that you think are beneficial for to debunk volunteers.

Ex. All pitbulls are aggressive

If you're able to give sources too that would be super helpful!

#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

And if you google myths about shelter  dogs you will find more.

Why Adopt a Shelter Dog? 10 Myths About Shelter Pets Debunked

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Why Adopt a Shelter Dog? 10 Myths About Shelter Pets Debunked Don't believe these myths about animals at shelters and rescues. Learn the truth and find out why you should adopt a shelter dog. View this on BeChewy >

 

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Mary Lou Maraganis
President
Animal Rescue Konnection
Gloucester MA
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Specifically for any breed-related myths, National Canine Research Council has a lot of fantastic resources. Everything from simple talking points to in-depth research, they're fantastic! https://nationalcanineresearchcouncil.com/

When talking about Pit Bulls and other bully breeds specifically, Animal Farm Foundation has a lot of excellent resources. https://www.animalfarmfoundation.org/

Those two groups are my go-to when talking to people. 

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Marilyn Wheaton
Client Services
AnimalsFirst
Leesburg VA
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