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A letter from a shelter dog's perspective to honor the quiet heroes who pause, observe, and choose to really see the dog behind the behavior. Those who understand that a “reactive” dog isn’t giving them a hard time, but having a hard time.
Pit bulls and Chihuahuas share one incredibly heartbreaking trait - they are the leading two breeds euthanized in shelters across the country. Why? I mean, they're aggressive, right? We hear all about those scary pit bull type dogs and tiny little angry chihuahuas who seem to be on the top of the list when people comment or joke about "bad" or "aggressive dogs". But how are those things related? What traits do these two groups of dogs share and why in the world does it matter?
The decision to rehome your dog is never easy, and it can be an intimidating process - especially if your dog has behavior problems. Determining what your dog needs to be successful is vital to finding the right home.
A positive introduction between your existing dog and a new dog can help them establish a strong friendship. Even if you know that both dogs are dog-social, it’s useful to put a plan in place that will allow them to see each other’s best selves.
