A Practical, Compassionate Guide to Adopting or Rescuing a Dog and Building a Lasting Bond - written by an Australian animal welfare professional with hands-on experience supporting rescue dogs and families through every stage of adoption.

Who is the book for?
Perfect for families, first-time adopters, and anyone welcoming a rescue dog into their home.

From seasoned animal welfare professional and canine behaviour specialist Sharon Comber, Paws for Thought: A Comprehensive Guide to Adopting or Rescuing a Dog is an essential companion for anyone considering -- or navigating -- life with a rescue dog. Drawing on over a decade working in animal welfare, including hands-on experience within the RSPCA adoption and behaviour teams, Sharon brings clarity, empathy and real-world insight to one of the most important decisions a family can make.

This is not a one-size-fits-all "how-to" manual. It is a roadmap for understanding dogs as individuals, supporting them through change, and setting both dog and human up for long-term success -- reducing confusion, stress, and the risk of dogs being returned to shelters.

Blending practical guidance with heartfelt, real-life stories, Paws for Thought walks you through every stage of the rescue journey -- from preparation and the first few days at home, through to building trust, confidence and connection over time.
Inside this book, you'll learn:

• The 3-3-3 settling-in theory and how to apply it realistically in everyday homes

• What to expect in the first hours, days and weeks after adoption

• How to read and respond to your dog's behaviour with confidence and compassion

• Practical strategies for navigating common challenges without overwhelm

• Real stories of dogs moving from uncertainty in shelters to thriving family life

Whether you're a first-time adopter, a seasoned dog guardian, or supporting a rescue dog with an unknown past, this book empowers you to meet your dog where they are -- not where you wish them to be.

With warmth, honesty and evidence-based insight, Paws for Thought helps you build the kind of bond that changes two lives forever.

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• Publication Date: August 31, 2025
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• Print Length: 166 Pages
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