Wow...I have never dropped off a pet to a shelter...I can't believe that people do. I read those excuses and can't believe people! I have someone in my family who goes through dogs, cats, birds, snakes and lizards like crazy! They're great until the novelty wears off. I don't associate with them anymore.
My kids have always brought home strays. We clean them up, feed them...try to find their owners. We usually end up keeping them until they die of natural causes.
People don't understand why we have so many dogs! I'd like to print that thread and tell them..."This is why"