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Originally Posted by Emmsmom  Adopting a rescue is not always easy! I called and tried to adopt a Yorkie/Maltese mix. They would not allow me to adopt him for many reasons. I have a soon to be 11 year old, I have a bigger dog, and my yard isn't fenced. I know MANY YTer's who have young children, big dogs and no fenced in yard. They are also wonderful owners.Obviously this hasn't been an issue with my own yorkie who is going on 3 years old and as for my daughter well she is an only child that has been around small animals her entire life. I had my heart set on bringing that little boy home and I was also willing to pay the $400 adoption fee as well. So you will have to forgive me for not being a very big fan of rescue groups. |
I felt the same way until I actually adopted a rescue. I have new respect for the rescue groups and the reasons that they have these rules in place.
It does not matter where your heart is or what your intentions are, when you get that rescue dog, all that goes out the window. The only thing that matters is your commitment level. And even that (on certain days) can go out the window. The rules are in place so not only is the placement a success for the dog, but a success for you too. And believe me, you need all the advantages you can take and these rules put those advantages in place.