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Originally Posted by Cerise  But a lot of rescues get their pups from animal shelters (after they have been treated by the shelter vet) and then turn around and place a high adoption fee. Also a lot of them also use vets from the Humane Society, Animal Trustees or other orgs., so they get vet work done for cheap. I have come to believe that some of them even know each other and have formed cliques. I think rescuing is very noble but I also have met some rescuers that have hoarding problems by keeping most of the animals they get...seriously I have. I'm not saying this for ALL RESCUERS so don't get offended if you don't have these habits. I am talking about here in the Lone Star State which has some darn good rescue orgs, but and some questionable ones too. |
Yes, rescues do sometimes get dogs from animal shelters but most shelters do not provide medical care for their animals. A shelter is not going to spend money on a dog, that will be euthanized, if not adopted. Rescues often do get discounted rates from vets but there is never enough money to help all of the dogs in need.
You're right about some of the rescues knowing and working with each other. Associating/networking with other rescues has many benefits. I've transported dogs for cavalier rescue, cairn terrier rescue, an all breed rescue and other rescues have transported for yorkie rescue. I know one Pom rescue person that anytime she comes across a breeder surrender yorkie will call me.
I can't agree with you more the Lone Star State has some of the very best rescues, very hardworking, dedicated people!