In response to the 'no kill' shelter movement, heated debates focus on the meaning of "adoptable" - a word that often makes the difference between life and death.  Following is a short article on the subject,
plus another related short article on current shelter adoption issues.   Today's tip sheet offers a bit of insight into how
rescue groups help animals. Access it at:

http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/PETTIPS/DogTip_RescueGuidelines.php

And here's another article about making a commitment
to help animals in need:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/10/AR2007011001396.html

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For free, detailed Dog Tips on canine behavior, health, training, management and other issues -- plus some tip sheets relevant for folks with cats and other species -- go the Robin's Dog Tips index at
http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/dog_tips.php

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Robin

Editor, Robin's Dog Tips
Writer, weekly Pets feature in regional newspapers
 

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