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Originally Posted by tammy8833  because they had kids
because they lived in an apt
because they didnt have a fenced in yard
those are a few reasons |
Everyone slams rescues for the high standards they set forth for their adoptions, but most people don't realize that rescue organizations don't automatically reject you if you have kids, or live in an apartment, or don't have a fenced-in yard. My little guy is from a reputable rescue, but on paper, I wouldn't be their most "desirable" candidate. I am young, I live in an apartment and have no fenced-in yard. I qualified to adopt because when I met my dog, there was literally an instant connection and it was very obvious. Yes, maybe I went through a more rigorous interview process with more home visits and more checks than someone who was older or had a fenced-in yard, but I understand that. But I was honest about my situation, the rescue understood and worked with me, and I am still in contact with them. They are still happy they placed Levi with me.
Had I not qualified for this rescue, I still would have looked for an animal without a home (in fact, my other dog is the sweetest little "Heinz 57" I've ever met). There are just too many dogs without homes for me to support breeding without aiming to improve the breed.