It's unfortunate that you all have had such rotten experiences with shelters/rescues. Our county shelter here is tough that way too, but fortunately I've not been refused. I have adopted 3 dogs from them in the past, but this time I went with a rescue group that my friend volunteers for. She found Tinkerbelle for me on the Petfinder website (ugh - I know
). and I was the first person to contact the rescue group. The lady was happy to hear from me and because I already had a dog and had adopted previously from the county humane shelter, they didn't even do a home check. She just called my friend, got a good report, and I got Tinkerbelle. Yeah for me
So don't give up on them. I'll mention this to my friend and see what she has to say about why they don't contact those they turn down. Doesn't make sense to me that any of you were refused. And it would be nice if they could send out a little card or something saying thanks for your interest.