Discussion: Rescue

[DesertChildAZ]

I'm not sure if there is another place to post this, but it's specific to rescue. Over time, I have been looking to adopt an adult yorkie. Before adopting my Tahoe 3 years ago, I looked on petfinder.com and various rescue organizations. I adopted Tahoe when he was 10 years old and he is the joy of my life. Now that I'm looking to add another adult yorkie to my family, I have been perusing these sites (amongst others). One thing I noticed is that there are SO MANY rescues that originate in Texas. Why is this? Is there a larger number of puppy mills in that state? More lenient laws or more rescue funds and organizations than other states?

Just curious why there are so many yorkies available in Texas compared to other states. Any ideas?

[ChestersMom]

I live in Texas and had noticed the same thing. I know this may not come out right, but if these rescue groups would stop being so anal about their requirements, there might not be as many unhomed pets.

[SweetCuteness]

Originally Posted by ChestersMom

I live in Texas and had noticed the same thing. I know this may not come out right, but if these rescue groups would stop being so anal about their requirements, there might not be as many unhomed pets.

Good point... but I would think they're that anal for a reason.

[Gingergirlsmom]

Being from the East Coast I have no idea about Texas. I just want to say good luck on finding your special little one.

[jrsygal37]

I'm not sure about why Texas, but I do know that you will find more rescues in one are due to puppymills. I never thought of Texas though as a big puppymill area. The states that come to my mind would be Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, PA and Ohio and I'm sure I've left out a few. Pennsylvania and Ohio are big believe it or not due to Amish. The Amish which because they are such a religous group of people, you would not think, but are the biggest puppymillers. Dutch Country in PA in which they show all the tourist areas and how beautiful fail to show the true side and that is all the barns filled with dogs being bred over and over for profit. These are the Amish. Because puppy auctions are illegal in PA many travel over the line to Ohio and sell at a local flea market (Ran by an Amish man) in which dog auctions are held monthly. This is really the only input I can give. If you are looking for a rescue another great place to check is www.puppymillrescue.com. They go to these puppy auctions and buy up what they can, then vet them, spay/neuter and place in good homes. The adoption fee is usually $400 or under which considering the price of spay/neuter not to mention shots and vetting is a great deal. Best of luck to you. Elaine (Mom to three rescued Yorkies and one spoiled Morkie)

[DesertChildAZ]

Thanks. I've made mention of this in other threads so I apologize if I sound like I'm repeating myself: I've submitted, I think, 4 different adoption applications over the past few weeks and never get a reply from any of these organizations. I don't know what criteria I may not be meeting, but I'm an ideal candidate for a pet needing a home. I'm a 35 year old single female who owns her own 2400 sq. foot home with a large fenced yard. I'm very attentive to them...they are probably the only "kids" I'll ever have. My entire social life revolves around them. Heck, I moved 3,000 miles across country and brought two cats with me on the cross country trip (I didn't have Tahoe then). All my pets (1 dog, 2 cats) are indoor. Heck, when I'm home, I accompany Tahoe every time he goes out for a potty! I have an amazing vet who will affirm that I am very attentive to my pets' medical needs. (I spent nearly $3000 in 2005 for vet care for three pets that were ailing over a 2 month period - one of which I lost to what we believe was a brain or ear tumor. I will bring Tahoe to the vet if he so much as has a runny nose. He is also on various medications - for liver issues and pancreatitis - that are ongoing. Not to mention the prescription diet I provide for him.)

The only criteria I can think of is the fact that I work full-time (9-5 M-F). This seems to work well for us right now and I only have one dog (without the companionship of another dog to keep him company.) One of the reasons I would like to get another yorkie is to keep Tahoe company during the day in our very quiet and relaxing home environment. In the sole company of the cats, Tahoe and the two cats have become very close as well...playing with each other and even cuddling up to nap together. But I think Tahoe, who was raised in a household of 8 breeding dogs, would appreciate the company of another dog. And we'd like to make a home for a dog who, much like Tahoe, needs a good home that I know I can give.

Anyway, I am a bit discouraged by the lack of response from some of these rescue organizations when I know very well how much they need to find homes for these dogs. Perhaps since the dogs are fostered, they are not in much of a hurry to find them homes? I don't know. I just know that there is an available home here in Arizona just waiting to give a dog the love and care it deserves.

[Lexi Rae]

kelly you sound like a great mom... good luck with your search..i hope
you find another baby real soon...

[Gingergirlsmom]

Originally Posted by DesertChildAZ

Thanks. I've made mention of this in other threads so I apologize if I sound like I'm repeating myself: I've submitted, I think, 4 different adoption applications over the past few weeks and never get a reply from any of these organizations. I don't know what criteria I may not be meeting, but I'm an ideal candidate for a pet needing a home. I'm a 35 year old single female who owns her own 2400 sq. foot home with a large fenced yard. I'm very attentive to them...they are probably the only "kids" I'll ever have. My entire social life revolves around them. Heck, I moved 3,000 miles across country and brought two cats with me on the cross country trip (I didn't have Tahoe then). All my pets (1 dog, 2 cats) are indoor. Heck, when I'm home, I accompany Tahoe every time he goes out for a potty! I have an amazing vet who will affirm that I am very attentive to my pets' medical needs. (I spent nearly $3000 in 2005 for vet care for three pets that were ailing over a 2 month period - one of which I lost to what we believe was a brain or ear tumor. I will bring Tahoe to the vet if he so much as has a runny nose. He is also on various medications - for liver issues and pancreatitis - that are ongoing. Not to mention the prescription diet I provide for him.)

The only criteria I can think of is the fact that I work full-time (9-5 M-F). This seems to work well for us right now and I only have one dog (without the companionship of another dog to keep him company.) One of the reasons I would like to get another yorkie is to keep Tahoe company during the day in our very quiet and relaxing home environment. In the sole company of the cats, Tahoe and the two cats have become very close as well...playing with each other and even cuddling up to nap together. But I think Tahoe, who was raised in a household of 8 breeding dogs, would appreciate the company of another dog. And we'd like to make a home for a dog who, much like Tahoe, needs a good home that I know I can give.

Anyway, I am a bit discouraged by the lack of response from some of these rescue organizations when I know very well how much they need to find homes for these dogs. Perhaps since the dogs are fostered, they are not in much of a hurry to find them homes? I don't know. I just know that there is an available home here in Arizona just waiting to give a dog the love and care it deserves.

Hang in there! When I applied for a rescue, I submitted apps to FIVE different rescues. Still waiting to hear from four of them. Through the FIFTH I've already adopted Bernie! By the time the others get back to me (if ever) it'll be too late.

I know they rely on volunteers, but I think some work harder at placing the dogs than others.

JMO

[simonandhallie]

I wish you nothing but the best of luck! I believe everyone should rescue That is how I got both Simon and Hallie.

I hope you hear something, be persistent with them. You have a fantastic home to offer a lucky yorkie and someone will see that. Everything happens for a reason!

[chocolatecoffee]

Good luck finding the perfect little furbaby, and thank you so much for rescuing!

Anyway, I am a bit discouraged by the lack of response from some of these rescue organizations when I know very well how much they need to find homes for these dogs. Perhaps since the dogs are fostered, they are not in much of a hurry to find them homes? I don't know. I just know that there is an available home here in Arizona just waiting to give a dog the love and care it deserves.

I know how you feel! When I wanted to adopt a second dog, and was looking at long-distance adoptions, it seemed to take forever to get a response sometimes! And of course I was so excited, I'd check every two minutes for a response...and I know I got pretty discouraged at times. However, now that I volunteer with a rescue, I can see why it can take so long sometimes. At least with the rescue I'm involved with, everyone volunteers in addition to holding down a full-time job and trying to juggle their own life and animals in there at some time or another, so I understand why sometimes it takes longer. Of course, it wouldn't make me check my e-mail any more infrequently .

I don't know anything about Texas either, sorry, I'm way up in Canada, but again...good luck in finding Tahoe the perfect companion!

[Diego]

I can understand why some rescues have very strict rules . Actually , I have a little Yorkie girl , she is only 2 years old and already been in 6 different homes . As a result , the little one have to be treated like a puppy . Many peoples gave up on her but I won't . I know , it will be very much work to do but I am confident that she will learn fast with love and attention .

In the report , it said she was aggressive .

[Emmsmom]

Originally Posted by ChestersMom

I live in Texas and had noticed the same thing. I know this may not come out right, but if these rescue groups would stop being so anal about their requirements, there might not be as many unhomed pets.

AMEN!

[Diego]

AMEN for what ?

If peoples were less sneaky , maybe the rescue shelters would not be so stricts.

[Gingergirlsmom]

I think both sides have a valid argument. From the rescue's pov they have invested time, money, and love in each and every animal. They want to be certain they are going to go to a good home. A friend of mine evaluates & trains dogs for a rescue in our area. She told me a story about a dog who she worked with for 6 months. When she met the dog he was fear aggressive, etc. Through hard work and training he became a sweet loveable pet ready for a new home. The rescue placed the dog. The family continued to take him for training with my friend. During one session she mentioned how he had really come a long way. The new owner's asked her to tell what he had been like in the beginning. She did. They were apparently upset by his past (even though he had worked through those behaviors). Without saying anything to her or to the rescue they stopped on the way home and had him euthanized!!! Needless to say my friend and the rescue workers were very upset.

Another example is my little guy Bernie. He'd been through a lot. Other families had been turned down because they did not have a fenced yard. This rescue doesn't always have this requirement, but this little guy had spent nearly 11 weeks in a crate after getting hit by a car. They wanted to keep him as safe as possible. They were attached to him and cared about his welfare.

Often times the little ones in rescue have already been through so much!

Now, from the adopters pov I can see how the rules sometimes seem ridiculously strict and the waiting period can take forever. It can be heartbreaking to set your sites on an animal just to not complete the process (through no fault of your own) in time.

All of that being said, I think it's important that people don't give up. The dogs in the rescue DO get adopted out!!! Eventually they all make it to a home, and most stay for the rest of their lives.

Hang in their if you're going through the process, and let us know the outcome!

[DesertChildAZ]

Thanks for taking the time to reply. I guess it concerns me that I have expressed interest in adopting these dogs and noone has even CALLED me to discuss them. I did go through the process of filling out adoption applications, as required, but receipt of the applications were never even acknowledged. A note saying "Thank you for considering a rescue. We are processing your application" would be nice...a call to inquire further once the application has been reviewed would also be nice. I can't imagine that they can determine qualification solely on the basis of an application. I mean, I've already rescued once before - a 10 year old - and I've had him for 4 years. My vet has never been called nor have the references I provided on the application been called. (I asked them.) This is for numerous applications through numerous rescues. Don't you think that's odd?

Doesn't this seem like a failure to follow through? I mean, if they really wanted to place all the animals and they REALLY wanted to find good homes as soon as possible to make room for more rescues, wouldn't they be following up on the applications they DO receive?

~ Kelly