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Why Don't More People Rescue? It's been bothering me lately. Why don't more people rescue dogs? I am not trying to offend anyone who bought their dog from a breeder, I have once myself. But now that I am educated on the subject, I just can't see myself buying another dog from a breeder without feeling so guilty about those sitting in a cold scary shelter, and all those who were euthanized... The whole concept of dogs had become a vicious cycle.. I mean it never ends, and there are so many that just get left behind... I don't know, I just wish more babies had homes :( It's so frustrating. |
I know exactly how you feel! We got Tucker from a breeder. and we're getting our new girl from a breeder. but I feel bad every day for the dogs in the shelters. Ya know what makes me feel the worst? the people who say, "I'd never get a shelter dog. they're all nasty. Someone got rid of them for a reason." that just BREAKS my heart in two. Because Rusty's a shelter dog and he's the sweetest dog I've ever met in my life. It almot brings me to tears when I think that if we hadnt gotten him, in just a few short days he would've been put to sleep. I just wish that people would be more responsible. That they'd get their animals spayed and neutered, and they don't get a pet if they don't have time for it. It makes me so sad thinking about those poor dogs and cats all alone in their cages...:( |
romeo is my first pet and he's from a breeder. now that i'm aware i would definetly consider a rescue. |
My puppy Kiki is the first dog I ever "bought". We've always taken in strays and re-home type situations, so this is definitely something that I struggled with, and to be honest, still struggle with. I'm not saying I'd never buy another dog....and I'm even considering breeding myself, someday...but it's a hard topic for me. I am definitely very pro-rescue. We even drove six hours to adopt a GUINEA PIG from a rescue, once. |
I feel for all those poor animals in shelters and until people take responsibility when they take on a pet it is a vicious circle. I think one reason people may not adopt from shelters and rescues is they are very strict on who they adopt to and with good reason, the last thing they want is the dog to end up in the shelter again. But I know I tried to adopt 2 different times off of Petfinders and never got a response. I don't know what the solutions are but something needs to be done to stop the cycle. One thought I had isa sort of preapproval process for people who want to adopt/rescue in the future. Then the info would be on file and when a dog/cat became available that someone was interested in they would be preapproved. I know this takes manpower and most shelters/rescues do not have the resources. |
You know what I think it is, seriously. A lot of rescues are older. You don't necessarily know what you are getting. A lot of people want to train their dog the way they want. And you know the old saying, "Can't teach an old dog new tricks." Also, people are afraid of abused dogs that might be vicious. My aunt is a prime example. She adopted a Yorkie, and he bit her, my cousin, and the vet! The vet said he should not have been adopted out because he's vicious. :( So I said recently to my cousin: If you want a dog, let's get a rescue. "NO WAY!!! I don't want one like Bailey." I can understand what he means. :( I would consider a rescue, though. But truthfully, I'm hesitant too. :animal-pa |
Until I got Sissy, all my other animals came from pounds/shelters. I firmly believe most folks should help out these animals and they make great pets for most families, particularly if you are selecting a younger animal. However, with this purchase I had specific qualities I was looking for and really wanted a female yorkie purebred puppy. I would love to see the cycle of unwanted animals end - all the more reason to spay/neuter, just as I would love to see peace in thie world in my lifetime. |
I think the biggest problem I come up against with doing rescue is making people understand that not just PUPPIES can learn and be loving. WE have so many older dogs come through here that are the sweetest things but just misunderstood because they are shy or nervous until they get to know you. I constantly get calls from people wanting SPECIFIC dogs a specific age that are trained and can basically do EVERYTHING. Well shoot.. I been waiting for that dog MYSELF LOLOLOLOLOLOL:rolleyes: |
My Baby Bear My toy poodle is rescued, and I love him to pieces! He's my baby! He's my baby bear. :) |
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I would totally rescue! Everytime I filled out an application to rescue a dog, they dont' approve my application. So now I'm looking into a pup that is being put up for adoption. |
Before I bought my Maltese, I filled out this application to adopt one, but they lady denied me becuase i didn't have a backyard! I was PO! I can providing a loving home and protection for the baby even though I don't have a backyard! Sheesh. :rolleyes: |
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http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...ghlight=rehome Ya'll both live in NY! Maybe you could send him a PM. |
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Until pet owners take responsibility for their actions and realize that dog/cat ownership is a LIFETIME commitment, the shelters and rescues will always be full. :( |
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