RESCUE AND REHAB

The Rules of Adoption A to Z

If you’re thinking of adopting, there are quite a few things you need to consider, and some of them will no doubt surprise you—at least a little. To guide you through the process, we’ve assembled a panel of experts—William Berloni, director of dog training at The Humane Society of New York; Sirius XM radio’s It’s a Dog’s Life host Greg Kleva; Barbara Lathrop, who’s on the board of directors of Associated Humane Societies in Newark, NJ, and of course, Cesar himself. Read more

Adopt a Dog with the Right Energy

Adopting a dog is a decision that should be made with care and deliberation. A dog is not a toy or a clothing accessory; it's a living creature. The decision to adopt a dog should be treated with the same careful attention that you would use if you were deciding where to live, to have children, or whether or not to get married. Read more

How to Avoid Puppy Mills

Puppy mills can be a danger for families that want to adopt a new dog. A puppy mill is a breeding facility with the sole purpose of churning out the most dogs for the least money - and to make the most profit. Read more

Why You Should Avoid Puppy Mills

Puppy mills can be a danger for families that want to adopt a new dog. A puppy mill is a breeding facility with the sole purpose of churning out the most dogs for the least money - and to make the most profit. Substandard breeding conditions and inbreeding can lead to disastrous results: Read more

How can I help? Adoption and Rescue Resources

April marks Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. The following is a list of some of rescue and adoption resources you can inquire with about volunteering, donating time or funding, or getting additional information: Read more

Ask Cesar: Fostering Dogs

I am a foster volunteer for Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue. I have owned dogs my entire life, but now my lifestyle does not seem the best to "own" a dog. Therefore, I foster. How do you feel about a single working person living alone owning a dog that is home alone all day? I feel guilty and that is why I have not kept one of these shelter dogs for myself. Should someone in my position not own a dog? Read more

Cesar Millan on the Magic of Fostering a Dog

Being fostered is a wonderful opportunity for a dog to prepare for his forever home. He will have more one-on-one time with humans, and he can experience more of the world around him instead of being limited to the confines of a shelter. It can significantly increase his chances of fitting in with his next family. Read more

Rescue and Rehabilitation Resources

Need help? The Millan Foundation has compiled a list of organizations that we hope will help you and your canine. Read more