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Post by falgar25 on Oct 4, 2009 12:58:00 GMT -4
Recently, a close friend visited an ARF display and was touched by what they saw. They have a home that can support a second pet (and has supported pets as guests) and so they applied to be an adoptive parent. During the adoption process there were various demands made of them including some structural changes to their home, all of which they agreed to in order to do their part to help the rescued animal. Ultimately, their application was denied.
It is very disappointing that the ARF adoption process is such that my friend was turned down. I know this person and their household very well and this is definitely the kind of place where a pet would thrive. If this person was unacceptable, I really wonder what it takes to be accepted.
I can't speak for anyone else, including my friend, but I know that this will affect my willingness to support ARF in the future.
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Post by moosie on Oct 4, 2009 13:05:58 GMT -4
i can't speak to any of that, but PLEASE visit chesapeake cats and dogs. have look at the newsletter. talk to people there. meet the animals. they of course have screening processes as well for prospective adopters. we are in dire need of help, with so many cats and dogs in need of loving homes, and are a great bunch of caring people.
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 4, 2009 14:48:47 GMT -4
I'm not biting anything but I am curious what the reason was that they were denied. I do not have experience in the application process at either rescue group but from what I hear, both organizations have very strict policies. Just curious. Tell your friend to go to our local Animal Control. They would love to accomodate your friends and provide them with a pet in need. I think adoptions are still free this month. Many of the shelters are having free adoptions because every place is overloaded with pets currently.
So many animals and not enough homes! SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS.....and don't just drop them off somewhere like a fast food parking lot when you decide you don't want them.
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Post by AquaHolic on Oct 4, 2009 17:03:30 GMT -4
Recently, a close friend visited an ARF display and was touched by what they saw. They have a home that can support a second pet (and has supported pets as guests) and so they applied to be an adoptive parent. During the adoption process there were various demands made of them including some structural changes to their home, all of which they agreed to in order to do their part to help the rescued animal. Ultimately, their application was denied. It is very disappointing that the ARF adoption process is such that my friend was turned down. I know this person and their household very well and this is definitely the kind of place where a pet would thrive. If this person was unacceptable, I really wonder what it takes to be accepted. I can't speak for anyone else, including my friend, but I know that this will affect my willingness to support ARF in the future. So what exactly were the issues as to why they would not adopt to your friend? Your post is too vague. Structural changes to their home??? I am very curious to what that would be. All the animal rescues have strict policies because they do NOT want to see the animal they adopt out come back via animal control. Do they have a regular vet? Do they go to a Pet store to buy their food? The reason I ask is that Character witnesses are a good thing... |
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 4, 2009 18:04:28 GMT -4
A structure change could be a fence in the yard.
Is it mandatory that you buy your pet food in a pet store? If so, that is absurd. You can buy quality food in the grocery stores. Even Safeway and Food Lion carry Iams. Some of the Purina foods are of a higher quality. You have to read the label with the ingredients, that can be more important than the "brand".
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Post by - on Oct 4, 2009 18:25:13 GMT -4
A structure change could be a fence in the yard. Is it mandatory that you buy your pet food in a pet store? If so, that is absurd. You can buy quality food in the grocery stores. Even Safeway and Food Lion carry Iams. Some of the Purina foods are of a higher quality. You have to read the label with the ingredients, that can be more important than the "brand". A fence perhaps if there are children 5 and under. No it is absolutely not mandatory in any way to buy your pet food from a pet shop. Actually Purina Puppy Chow was recommended to put weight on for the 10 baby chesapeake/chocolates . I believe what Barb was suggesting references that's all. -cg |
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Post by moosie on Oct 4, 2009 18:41:50 GMT -4
well, i don't know if animal control has any requirements, but what you don't want to do is put an animal in a bad situation. since these people were going to or did make the changes, i wonder why they were denied. if ccad were to deny them also, and for the same reason, then that might say something. these people all want the animals to be in a good, loving, permanent home. i assume they are not being punitive to any particular person. of course, errors can be made.
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Post by - on Oct 4, 2009 20:22:22 GMT -4
Falgar,
I don't know what happened or why. Would you care to share? I know that both of our Rescue groups here on Kent Island have stipulations. Here are some:
Up to date on vet visits and shots, if the adoptive family has a pet.
No turn in's to Animal control.
No renters, because they may be breaking their lease, and if they need to move, what happens if the pet is not allowed.
A fenced in yard for families with small children who could accidentally let the pet outside without supervision.
No out door kennels. There have been too many rescues from many counties where a pet is turned in from living outside. Sure if they are under supervision, but not left outside all day long. They are not accessories, they are family members. Inside , whether crated while working and have someone come by to visit and the pet can run, and play during work hours, or doggie day care, but NO OUTSIDE KENNELS.
Background checks with homeowners assn. to see if there has been a problem with a previous pet.
No BIG dogs in small homes, no jumpy dogs with older people, everyone is trying to find the right fit, not just a fit.
Mostly having references is important as well.
As you began this post, I really hope you can understand why they are RESCUE groups, not Animal control, where the time of the animal is up, and then again the rescue groups rescue again......
Remember, the local rescue groups have all of their animals to see the vet, get up to date shots, get spayed and neutered, etc. This is at their cost, in addition to micro chipping. They do not get paid and the medical expenses barely cover the cost to keep their babies healthy. They rely on volunteers, and foster families.
I'm truly sorry that you don't care about a local rescue group. They must have some validated reason. Please share with us what the problem was with your friend, before another attack .
Thanks for your understanding, and re thinking what you posted.
-cg
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Post by AquaHolic on Oct 5, 2009 6:20:47 GMT -4
A structure change could be a fence in the yard. Is it mandatory that you buy your pet food in a pet store? If so, that is absurd. You can buy quality food in the grocery stores. Even Safeway and Food Lion carry Iams. Some of the Purina foods are of a higher quality. You have to read the label with the ingredients, that can be more important than the "brand". You missed my point completely..NO you do not have to buy your pet food in a pet store....but if you do from the 2 pet stores on the island....you usually get to know the people in the Pet store. For example....I frequent one of the pet stores...have for the Last 20 years...she knows me pretty well and has a lot to do with the rescues...I'm pretty sure a character reference from her would mean something. |
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Post by zebadee on Oct 5, 2009 9:03:05 GMT -4
Recently, a close friend visited an ARF display and was touched by what they saw. They have a home that can support a second pet (and has supported pets as guests) and so they applied to be an adoptive parent. During the adoption process there were various demands made of them including some structural changes to their home, all of which they agreed to in order to do their part to help the rescued animal. Ultimately, their application was denied. It is very disappointing that the ARF adoption process is such that my friend was turned down. I know this person and their household very well and this is definitely the kind of place where a pet would thrive. If this person was unacceptable, I really wonder what it takes to be accepted. I can't speak for anyone else, including my friend, but I know that this will affect my willingness to support ARF in the future. Falgar, if your friend really wants to adopt a dog, tell them to check out CCAD we got our puppy from them, and had no problem with the adoption process. We deal't with Mary Giolitti and she was great. Also, we don't have a fenced yard. |
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Post by pirategirl on Oct 5, 2009 10:02:30 GMT -4
Falgar, I don't know what happened or why. Would you care to share? I know that both of our Rescue groups here on Kent Island have stipulations. Here are some: Up to date on vet visits and shots, if the adoptive family has a pet. No turn in's to Animal control. No renters, because they may be breaking their lease, and if they need to move, what happens if the pet is not allowed. A fenced in yard for families with small children who could accidentally let the pet outside without supervision. No out door kennels. There have been too many rescues from many counties where a pet is turned in from living outside. Sure if they are under supervision, but not left outside all day long. They are not accessories, they are family members. Inside , whether crated while working and have someone come by to visit and the pet can run, and play during work hours, or doggie day care, but NO OUTSIDE KENNELS. Background checks with homeowners assn. to see if there has been a problem with a previous pet. No BIG dogs in small homes, no jumpy dogs with older people, everyone is trying to find the right fit, not just a fit. Mostly having references is important as well. And add to your list, they will not adopt or foster a dog to your home if one of your dogs are not spayed/neutered. I have a papered GSD and at the time was seriously thinking about breeding her (I have since changed my mind and she is now spayed), but Susan would not let me adopt a dog because of that. |
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Post by moosie on Oct 5, 2009 11:22:08 GMT -4
i can't speak to any of that, but PLEASE visit chesapeake cats and dogs. have look at the newsletter. talk to people there. meet the animals. they of course have screening processes as well for prospective adopters. we are in dire need of help, with so many cats and dogs in need of loving homes, and are a great bunch of caring people. yup--like i said! |
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Post by deputy on Oct 5, 2009 11:22:20 GMT -4
I found that "most" animal rescuers and organizations are quite over the top, fanatical if you will. There are plenty of good, and great homes out there that don't have a fence, has stairs, has guns, or maybe god forbid an unfixed animal.
If you don't approve me, guess what? IT'S NOT MY LOSS.
The unadopted critter loses, maybe his life?
Lighten up A LITTLE.
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Post by einebierbitte on Oct 5, 2009 11:29:05 GMT -4
I found that "most" animal rescuers and organizations are quite over the top, fanatical if you will. There are plenty of good, and great homes out there that don't have a fence, has stairs, has guns, or maybe god forbid an unfixed animal. If you don't approve me, guess what? IT'S NOT MY LOSS. The unadopted critter loses, maybe his life? Lighten up A LITTLE. Agreed!! It's almost more difficult to adopt a pet than it is a child these days... |
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Post by shadow1 on Oct 5, 2009 12:36:32 GMT -4
I found that "most" animal rescuers and organizations are quite over the top, fanatical if you will. There are plenty of good, and great homes out there that don't have a fence, has stairs, has guns, or maybe god forbid an unfixed animal. If you don't approve me, guess what? IT'S NOT MY LOSS. The unadopted critter loses, maybe his life? Lighten up A LITTLE. Agreed!! It's almost more difficult to adopt a pet than it is a child these days... Also agree, I don't believe it warrants a full blown background check - come see my house, sit down and talk to me, and ask why I want the pet - it should be understood that the adoptive parents support the pet - other than that I'm not providing anyone with my whole life story. As Zebadee mentioned, CCAD was wonderful to deal with and we have enjoyed our puppy and new family member, regardless of the furniture, kitchen cabinets, and rugs being chewed. He is doing much better now, and I enjoy my morning wrestling sessions with him ;D |
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Post by chester62 on Oct 6, 2009 9:40:26 GMT -4
Maybe it is time to change the policies of adoption for pets. Meeting the family and visiting the homes of prospective animal parents is most important and should be. Ask for references from vets, groomers, friends. If there is an issue, discuss it one on one with prospective animal parents "Dont judge a book by it's cover ". The current processes appears to have discouraged a loving family from ever trying adoption again
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Post by baglady on Oct 6, 2009 15:06:32 GMT -4
Not all rescues have the same policies. If you are interested in adopting, I suggest you visit the area rescues and meet the animals. Should you find one you like, ask about the process before you fill out any paperwork.
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