shelters and breeders had a quiz for potential buyers/adopters? A quiz that includes basic care, emergency situations, exercise and diet, play, having more then one pet, the laws in the area, etc.
Something that the buyer/adopter has to sit down and fill out in the presence of the breeder/shelter?
If the buyer/adopter fails then the shelter/breeder can either educate them or refuse to give them the dog. If they choose to educate they could then add a small fee for Doggie101....
Is it too much to ask? I think it would be awesome, but probably too far from reality....
2007-01-12 11:48:39 · 10 answers · asked by KJ 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You're right, I guess some shelters do have screenings, but how come so many end up with dogs and don't have a CLUE as to what to do with them?
2007-01-12 11:55:54 · update #1
Chihuahua Lady....so many on here have proven that common sense is NOT a given.
2007-01-12 11:56:45 · update #2
Many shelters and rescues already have screening paperwork in place; many also interview families, and go to the home to see what the place looks like before the dogs are released.
You can see our pre-screening adoptions paperwork at:
www.fetch11.org/adoptform.html
2007-01-12 11:54:46 · answer #1 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Some breeders are already very careful who they sell a pup to, the others just don't care. My puppies do not go to anyone who just happens to have the cash, they have to meet my approval, and some don't.
It is hard enough to adopt a dog from some shelters. Some won't let you adopt if you aren't home 24/7, or if you have ever bred a litter, or if the dog is to live outside, or if you have a kid. I don't think shelters need yet more reasons to refuse to adopt by giving a quiz. It disgusts me that some shelters would rather euthanize than adopt to someone who doesn't meet their (sometimes too strict) criteria.
A short seminar or information on basic dog care would be a good thing though, knowledge in that area sure seems to be lacking. This information is readily available to anyone already, but it seems nobody can read a book these days.
2007-01-12 13:34:26 · answer #2 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The shelter I work at has many of these questions on their application. I personally have denied more people than I've adopted to simply because they aren't educated enough or handled their prior pet(s) in a manner I feel is acceptable.
I think it's mostly the breeders of these dogs that don't screen heavily enough. And by breeders I mean the backyard type...not reputable ones who are AKC certified and gotten all their proper documents and all. The BYBs are just looking for a quick buck and don't care where the pets end up (a shelter or on the street) or that they are hurting all breeders' reputations in the process. What we really need is laws governing these people, requiring them to take certain classes and get proper certification before being allowed to breed. Just look at some of the questions on these boards and you will see the type of idiots breeding their pets and doing god only knows what with the pups. My favorite one so far is the one who asked if her bulldog could be pregnant by another breed. This is the type of mentality that shelters are faced with every day in the general public.
I think it all comes down to educating the public on proper animal care at a young age. Perhaps classes need to be taught in school. Home Ec, Woodshop, Health Classes are all taught, so a pet care class isn't too far off. I'm not sure what the answer is, but I, for one, am tired of seeing animals suffer in the hands of irresponsible, uneducated owners.
2007-01-12 12:08:53 · answer #3 · answered by dog7788 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-30 23:07:45 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got my dog from the shelter... Believe me it was not an easy process.. The questions I was asked etc, plus ALL of our household had to be present and we were watched (screened) when interacting with her. It was more of an interview process really.. The shelter was checking if my family would be good owners of their animal... Most people think they can just go get a dog from the pound. doesnt work like that.. They wont give it unless they are sure.. (Pound also makes you sign documents stating rangers etc can pop around to your house at any time and check on the dog)
2007-01-12 12:36:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I agree. May I add that it would be great if they could make sure the buyer/adopter has the phone number to two veterinarians in the area where they live who have emergency service AFTER hours AND the number to Animal Poison Control. There is absolutely no excuse for an animal to have to suffer all night, or on a Sunday or a holiday when they're ill, or if they have ingested something that could kill them.
2007-01-12 12:34:30 · answer #6 · answered by GSDoxie3 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I have a 2 page question and information sheet JUST like that for potential puppy buyers. And yes, it MUST be filled out either at my house or with me asking the questions over the phone. I have found out all kinds of weird things from that. It is a great tool to ELIMINATE people and not waste more of my time.
And by seeing many of the kids these days........the hospital should do the same before you can take it home from the hospital!!!!!!!!!! Common sense is in SHORT supply!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-01-12 12:54:46 · answer #7 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
They DO....it's the BYB idiots-Moron League-,who DON'T &/or couldn't posibly care LESS.
THEY are totally ignorant,why/how could they notice that the animal is heading to life of despair?
2007-01-13 00:16:41 · answer #8 · answered by tyke 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Taking care of pets is basiclally just like taking care of kids. You provide them with food, water, shelter, love, guidance, take them to the vet when they are sick. It just takes common sense.
2007-01-12 11:55:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Wouldn't it be great if that had that for people too?
2007-01-12 11:52:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋