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Excerpt from "Adopting a Great Dog - A Guide to Rehoming a Rescue or Shelter Dog"
By Nona Kilgore Bauer
Shelter Advocates
Ask anyone who has adopted a dog from a rescue or shelter, and they'll agree: "This is the best dog we ever had," "the best thing we ever did," "he's like one of our children," "we were made for each other." If you're thinking "new dog" and you've never visited a shelter, now's the time. You'll be amazed at the many fine dogs who are housed there. Most of them have the potential to become a sterling member of a family that is properly matched to their size and personality.
Dogs who have been abandoned or mistreated usually bond eagerly with humans who offer them attention and loving care. It may take a while, especially with dogs who have been abused, but your rehabilitated dog will love you unconditionally for life, which is the ultimate bonus of owning a dog.