Normal behavior for a Sharpei may be undesirable to some people. But instead of researching the breed ahead of time, they just see a cute, wrinkly puppy and buy her. When problems arise, it's easier to get rid of the dog than work with her.
Be a responsible pet owner! If your pet is having problems, don't just throw them out or give them away. The person who gets them will get the behavioral problems as well! Click on the button below to get helpful tips on helping your pet so you can stay a family!
The Humane Society of West Texas holds adoption events every weekend at the Petsmart on Slide Road and 68th Street from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturdays and 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sundays. Come find your new best friend!
While not all of our animals come every Saturday, our volunteers at the adoption event will be more than happy to speak with you about the animals in which you are interested, even if that dog or cat is not there. They will also be happy to set up a meeting for you and the animal that you like.
Before You Adopt.....
While all dogs and cats are cute and cuddly, you need to do lots of research on which breed is right for you. A Beagle is a great and beautiful dog, but if you have three children, work a full-time job and live in an apartment, you need a different dog breed!
Since many of the dogs on our website are mixes, do research on both of the breeds listed in their bio.
A great place to do some beginning research is THIS WEBSITE.
The best way to find your perfect companion is to do as much research as possible prior to adoption.
The Humane Society of West Texas is a network of volunteers in Lubbock, TX. We are very active in the rescue and fostering of homeless, abused, neglected, and just "down on their luck" dogs and cats. Our rescues are fostered in our homes until a suitable family can be found for them.
The Humane Society of West Texas does not have a shelter, but rather we keep our adoptable pets in experienced foster homes where they receive all the love and attention that our own pets do. This way we can more easily establish the types of pets they will be when adopted. We learn their likes and dislikes, personalities, help with housetraining, and work with them on any behavioral problems they may have. Many of our adoptable pets were found homeless, but we also occasionally take in owner-released pets on a case-by-case basis.
To meet a pet that you have seen on our website, please call or e-mail the contact person for that pet and they will be more than happy to talk with you about that dog or cat, answer any questions you may have, and schedule a meeting with you so you can meet the animal in which you are interested.
Before the adoption process can begin, we ask that you fill out an application. This ensures that the pets in our care only go to the best forever homes. Applications are available at our adoption events.
The Humane Society of West Texas charges an adoption fee to help pay for our animals' veterinary care, behavioral help, food, and supplies. Much of this money comes from the foster parents' own pockets. This is why donations are so important! If you have any more questions about our adoption fee, please read this article.
**NOTE
Some of our pets are courtesy listings for an independent rescuer in El Paso, TX. If you are interested in one of our pets that is listed in a city other than Lubbock, please e-mail Katie Moore at
grasshoppermoore@hotmail.com
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Since we run entirely on foster homes, please call or e-mail the contact person for the pet in which you are interested and they will be more than happy to talk with you about that dog or cat, answer any questions you may have, and schedule a meeting with you so you can meet the animal you like.
Are You Ready for the Responsibilities of Having a Dog?
Adopting a dog is a big responsibility. Ask yourself the following questions, and answer them honestly. Evaluate your current life situation, and determine if you can appropriately provide for a dog.
1. Is your home large enough to comfortably house a dog? Dogs should never be expected to live their lives confined to one small area, such as a single room or a crate.
2. Do you have enough free time to provide a dog with the attention he needs? More than eight hours alone
3. Will you be willing and able to provide a dog with ample exercise every day? Most dogs need at least one hour of exercise each day.
4. Will other pets and members of the family be comfortable with having a dog? Allergies, phobias and dislikes of dogs, and nervous or ill pets are things to consider before adopting a dog.
5. Are you willing to provide a home, medical care, and appropriate nutrition for the duration of a dog's life? A dog is not disposable; he is a lifelong commitment.
6. Are you able to financially afford annual checkups, spay/neuter, vaccines, heartworm and flea prevention, emergency room visits, quality dog food, and any other needed pet supplies? A puppy's care costs about $640 to $1,125 in his first year. Routine maintenance of an adult dog costs about $440 - $775 per year. Go to, What is costs to own a dog.
7. Are you willing to handle the normal frustrations that come with having a dog (e.g. barking, house-training, accidents in the home, chewing, shedding, etc.)? No dog is perfect.
8. Are you willing to spend time on a consistent basis helping your dog to be obedient, socialized, and well-mannered? A polite dog will be more enjoyable and easier to handle in public.
Why Do You Want a Dog?
As you consider Adopting a dog, answering this question will help you select the correct size and breed of dog. Do you want a dog to play with your young children? Do you simply want some quiet company, perhaps a lap dog, or a companion for your daily strolls? Is the dog going to have a job: therapy, herding, hunting, protecting, etc? Are you looking for a running partner? Consider your expectations of your dog when selecting the right canine companion. Do NOT select a dog purely on looks.
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