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Originally Posted by Britster  Another thing I must say I find kind of annoying.... the kid rule for one. Most Yorkie Rescues have Yorkies that are 8lbs and over yet no kids under 10? I understand if a dog is tiny or aggressive towards children but if they're not... why not allow a family with a child under 10? One of the Yorkie rescues I've seen makes that VERY clear. Also, some will require a fenced in yard. Don't understand that one either. Just because I don't have a fence doesn't mean I won't take my dog to the dog park, or a fenced in area to run every day, or whatever. Or for long on leash walks. Also, requiring you to be over 25 yrs of age. I understand this to a point, but at the same time, just because you're under 25 does not mean you will not take care of your animals. Some people are MARRIED at the age of 21, 22, all younger than 25. Let's say they want to get a dog and rescue one but they're not allowed? I find that ridiculous. Ugh, It's just irritating because it turns people OFF and then things like going to a pet store happen! I 100% understand Rescues must be strict but sometimes I feel they go overboard when we have millions of animals being put down every year.
My stepmom volunteered her time 3x a week to this one shelter nearby and after a few months of volunteering, wanted to adopt 2 cats. Her adoption application was declined? Why? Because they're 1 year old dog Lily was 1 week behind on her shots but the shelter had even spoke with the vet who stated she had one scheduled for the following week. And cats at that point were overwhelming the shelters! After she had volunteered her time to help the dogs and cats there, and was clearly a good person with a good home. |
You make very good points! I think rescues should have some general guidelines but allow waivers of certain requirements when other factors overshadow them. For instance, no fence -- but they do walk their dogs on leash, live near a dog park, or have a good recommendation from their vet that their dogs are in good physical condition -- those things could compensate for the lack of a fence. Under the general age requirement but comes with a good vet recommendation and maybe one other authority figure attesting to their maturity and responsibility -- waiver the age. I too, do not understand the no kids under 10 rule, especially with larger yorkies. My yorkies LOVE my 2 year old grandson! I mean they get so excited when he comes over, they are beside themselves with joy. Ben actually cries when my grandson leaves. I would never let them be with him unattended (but then I would never leave a 2 year old unattended without dogs either). But I know they love him and they are all good for each other. I have seen other kids though, that I did not want around my pups. Its more of an individual thing than a hard and fast age.
There needs to be more whole family concept evaluation and less rigid adherence to a set of strict rules, imo. I know there are many that meet all the rules you listed that would make horrible choices for adoptive Yorkie parents. I also know there are many that are disqualified that could provide excellent homes for Yorkies that are sitting waiting for a family of their own. I hope the rescues that are members here on YT will think about this and maybe consider waivers when otherwise well-qualified folks apply.