Pet Rescue is our number one goal. Whilst we have many other pets on our site Rescuing Pets in need is at the top of our priorities.
Rescue Pets Malaysia is the biggest online resource in Australia for the public to rehome a pet they can no longer look after. We do a great job sharing those pets that need a little help. Each day we have over 20,000 page views on our site and the average time spend by each visitor is over five minutes.
Why we stand out;
So on Rescue Pets you will find hundreds of rescue animals that need new homes. Most don’t stay on too long as we have thousands of visitors every day looking for their next companion.
We have had many instances where a Pet Rescue animal is placed on the site and then removed on the same day because they have found their new forever home. Al within the space of 24 hours.
As we have mentioned elsewhere in our blogs please don’t think we are anti shelters. They do such an awesome job and they are often over burdened – we just want to lend a hand where we can.
So if you are looking for a new pet why not try a rescue pet.
When it comes to buying that perfect puppy or dog there are many people who want to buy a certain breed. They love huskies, or Labradors etc. They have a clear idea of what they want.
Finding a rescue in the desired breed may be hard there is the option to buy a puppy. We talk a lot about ethical breeders here at Rescue Pets. We are very keen on and ensuring that we all do the right thing when buying a puppy.
We have lots of puppies for sale and it is easy to search through the options to find that perfect pet. Here are a few tips;
Once you do pick up your puppy we have a few tips that may help transition your life from quite and carefree to noisy, sloppy, messy and chaotic – but better!
6 Essential Things You Need When You Bring Home a New Puppy
Dogs and Puppies change our lives – for the better. Whether it is a 2 month old puppy or a full grown dog for sale do your homework in regards to how it will change your life. Holidays change, dinner changes, your exercise regime changes, driving changes – lots of things change.
The one thing we would like to stress is that you need to go into this relationship knowing it is long term. Not something you can change your mind about 3 months in. Dogs are for life, they will always be by your side, you need to be by theirs.
Have you discovered that perfect dog and now need to teach the basic?
One of the first things you need to teach your dog is the proper way to behave on a leash. This is one of the most crucial skills to master for both you and your pet’s future. Once you train your dog to walk on a lead, he is more manageable and much safer. Plus, it makes going for walks an experience that both of you can look forward to and enjoy.
If you have a puppy or a dog that does not have any leash training, it is best to start with sessions that are short and positive. Here are some tips for teaching your dog to walk on a lead:
If your dog already has the habit of pulling on his leash, there are two things that you need to convince him of – first, pulling will not make him arrive any faster at his goal, and second, you will reward him when he walks politely.
If you are training a puppy, or if your adult dog is submissive and responsive to you, the “no forward progress” approach is a good idea. In other words, let your dog understand that if he tries to pull you, you will stop and not move until he behaves. If he is determined to get to where he wishes to go, he may not notice at first that you are not moving. But sooner or later, he will wonder why you are not moving and stop or turn to look at you. The moment the leash goes slack, make sure to mark and reward, and then continue walking. If he pulls again, stop until the leash goes slack again. It may take a few days of going for slow, short walks, but many dogs quickly find out that pulling their leash does not speed up progress but slows it.
When you are training your dog, communication is key. You need to let him know what is and is not acceptable behaviour on the leash. You will need patience and persistence, but in no time, teaching your dog to walk on a lead will pay off and you will have a furry friend that behaves politely every time he is on a leash.
For some more training – try How To Teach Your Dog to Sit
If you have just found your perfect puppy and need to teach it some basic commands here is a great place to start.
One of the first things you do when you bring a new dog home is train it to sit on command. This has multiple benefits. The first is that it is the best place to begin your obedience training. This is an easy command that your pet will learn very quickly. It will also help in increasing your dog’s confidence and providing the foundation on which you can build commands and skills that are more advanced. It is also a great way to control your pet when you need to keep him in one place.
You can start teaching your dog to sit as soon as you bring him home, or any time after that. Before you start training to sit, or any other obedience command, it is important to make sure that he is comfortable and confident around you – gives you his attention, lets you touch him, etc.
There are a couple of techniques that you can use to teach your dog the ‘sit’ command:
Puppy Technique 1
This is a great training technique for young pups. When you see him in the act of sitting or about to sit, in a firm and clear voice, say “sit”. As soon as his rear end hits the floor, praise him or scratch him a little behind his ear. In his mind, you are building a connection between your verbal command and his act of sitting.
Most puppies make this association very quickly. Before you know it, you will be able to say “sit” any time and your puppy will understand your request. Remember to praise or reward your pup as soon as he sits down. He is sure to love it!
This is a technique that works every time for dogs and older puppies. Get your dog to stand right in front of you and hold a small treat in your hand. From his nose level, guide the treat up over his head. Make sure that the treat is, a few centimetres away from him at all times. He is sure to follow the treat up with his nose and his rear end will hit the floor at the same time. As soon as it does, give him the treat and praise him.
Once your dog starts getting the idea, and he will with repetition, you can introduce the verbal command. Before moving your hand with the treat, say “sit”. Soon, he will respond to your command without the need for you to move your hand.
This is a great technique if others do not work or if you prefer training with a collar and leash. Stand next to each other, facing the same way, and hold the leash directly above the collar, straight up. Gently press down on his back and say “sit”. As soon as your pet does, reward him with a treat and praise him. Before you know it, you will not have to hold the leash up or press down on his back. He will understand that the command means that you need him to put his rear end on the floor.
Teaching your dog to sit is not a difficult task. With repetition, your pooch will understand your verbal command in no time and you will be able to get him to sit down whenever you need him to.
For some more training tips try Teaching Your Dog to Walk on a Lead
Have you heard about pet owners feeding their dogs bananas? Are you wondering if the fruit is actually good or safe for your canine companion?
Yes, dogs can gain many great benefits from bananas.
However, you should use the fruit as a treat because of the high sugar content. Remember that you should not make them a staple of their diet. You can give your doggy bananas as a snack in conjunction with a balanced, complete diet. The next time you feel peckish and grab a banana, take an extra one to give your furry friend a treat too!
Here are some of the benefits that bananas provide to dogs.
As you can see, bananas are good for dogs, and you should feed them to your pet as a snack every now and again. Remember to peel the banana like you would if you are going to eat one as the peels are hard to digest and can result in a blockage.
So you and your canine companion can enjoy a banana together!
We often focus on dogs and cats that need to find new homes but there are a lot of other animals that can need rehoming. There is not much out there to help them, and their owners.
In our suburban environment may people own rats, ferrets, reptiles, chickens, goats etc, etc., etc. – it is a lot more common than you think. To rehome one of these “specialty” pets is not that easy. You can’t just wander in to a local shelter and drop off a Rainbow Lorikeet.
Animal Rehoming needs to be done with as much sensitivity, care and safety as you would find a new home for your much loved Labrador. Rescue Pets handles this with ease.
Many of the animals we mentioned above need licenses. Birds and Reptiles for example need special endorsements/licenses which allow you to keep them.
Others need special environments and pens that can keep them safe and comfortable. Chickens need a safe, clean coop, Birds need nice, large cages, Fish need aquariums etc. etc.
The bonus is that if you are rehoming and animal like this you can check and ask those interested in taking them how they will look after a “different” pet. If you a looking to help rehome one of these animals you can get a lot of great advice from the current owner – many will provide current living conditions with the pet. Everyone wins!
The system is simple;