After we lost two fur babies in a short period of time, my husband and I decided to look at a local shelter to see what was available. We found this adorable Jack Russell and decided to adopt him. They told us that, if turned loose, he would definitely run away, so we should keep him on a lease at all times. So home we came with our new Sammy. Since we live in the country at the end of a dead end road surrounded by farm land, we only kept him on a lease for a couple of days. After that, he learned the routine from the other members of our pack (we had 4 other dogs at the time). He loved the country life and being able to run and play with all his furry siblings. We couldn't have run him off if we tried. All we had to do was call his name and he would come running.
There is usually a good reason for a dog to run away. If you provide a loving environment for them, they will stay because they love you and feel safe. Of course, there are different rules for different situations. Country life is different from city life, so make sure your babies are safe. Adopt a fur baby if you have a place in your heart. You won't regret it and neither will they..
Portland, TN
