I tried to adopt a rescue from the yorkie rescue group here in NC. They refused to even take my application because we don't have a fenced yard! I tried to explain that I never let our dogs out without being on a leash, and they only go out with us to potty and to walk. My neighbor is a vet and offered to give references. Our pet sitter offered references. My vet and groomer offered references....they said it didn't matter how many references I had...no fenced yard...no dog...period! They were not interested in a good loving home for their dogs...only homes that had a fenced yard. No country homes and no condo homes. Really ticked me off! We have a neighbor that has adopted several larger rescue dogs. He does have a fenced yard....but never closes the gate, the dogs dig out from under and they run everywhere. At least 2 have been hit by cars and one just isn't around anymore. Yet, he would be approved in a heartbeat
Ellie
Ellie |