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I would like to get some advice from those of you that have experience in dealing with rescue organizations. I have been following a few different ones on Facebook and have decided that I would like to get a rescue dog. After reading some of these applications I have to say things have certainly changed since I was a kid. I remember going to the local SPCA with my dad, choosing a dog, making a donation and off we went. After reading some of these applications, I felt like I was looking to adopt a child. Now I do understand that there are many terrible people out there that abuse animals but some of the questions just seemed over the top.
So I would like to get some advice on anything you feel is important to add to an application and also what kinds of things to be aware of if a home visit is required. We are looking to adopt a small dog under 25 pounds. Something like a shih tzu, bichon, poodle mix etc. as my husband has some allergies so a dog that doesn't shed much would be a better option. We own our home with a big yard that has a 4 foot fence around it since we have a built in pool. My husband and I are home most of the time as we are both retired. No one else lives at the house with us though we do have young grandkids 8,10 and 12 that visit for brief periods of time. The dog in my siggy is my mom's dog and will someday come to live with us as my mom is now 80. I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thank you.
So I would like to get some advice on anything you feel is important to add to an application and also what kinds of things to be aware of if a home visit is required. We are looking to adopt a small dog under 25 pounds. Something like a shih tzu, bichon, poodle mix etc. as my husband has some allergies so a dog that doesn't shed much would be a better option. We own our home with a big yard that has a 4 foot fence around it since we have a built in pool. My husband and I are home most of the time as we are both retired. No one else lives at the house with us though we do have young grandkids 8,10 and 12 that visit for brief periods of time. The dog in my siggy is my mom's dog and will someday come to live with us as my mom is now 80. I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thank you.