What do you all think about a rescue charging 500.00 for a dog? and the dog has some issues.?

Question

also the dog cannot walk and will not walk without another dog being right beside it . It starts fights with other bigger dogs . she also has to be hand fed . there are way too many issues to list here .

Answer 1

Some of these so-called rescue places are just people out to make a quick buck. They have deals with local shelters that enable them to get the most desirable animals at little or no cost and they turn around and sell them for profit. Fortunately, not all rescue centers are like this, but it does happen.

Answer 2

That does seem steep, but it also depends on where the rescue is located, and a lot of other factors.

You may be able to "buy" a dog somewhere cheaper, but don't forget that a rescue has to provide expensive medical care to many of the dogs it takes in, so while you may not agree with any adoption fee, rescues do not make money. In fact, most lose money with all of the vet bills they have to pay for some of the animals that come in.

The "issues" you mentioned seem to be training issues, but I would need more info to be certain.

Most "issues" can be worked with.

Answer 3

I'm sure the money is going to be turned around to help another dog. Just make sure the place is reputable and you are comfortable with the dog. You don't want to be bringing the dog back to the rescue in a couple hours (days, weeks) because of it's problems ... that will just make it worse for the dog.

Answer 4

Rescue's depending on the breed spend alot of money and time taking these dogs in, then there is vet care, spay/neuter, micro chipping, shots, and their general care, food, a place to sleep, and possible medication if they came in sick or with other issues. Its not totally unheard of for the adoption fees to be that high, but it depends on what you are comfortable with and if you want to take the time to work with the new pet and teach them the things they need to know to live with you and your family
. You have to teach a new dog, just like you have to teach a child, neither reads minds and they will both do as nature dictates until you teach them otherwise. Best advice, don't get a dog, any dog, be it rescue or a pup from a breeder unless you are willing to put in the time and effort to make them a well loved member of the household, that means training and working with them on a daily basis. They can't read your mind anymore than you can read theirs so don't expect them to know that they are supposed to go outside to pee and poop, but not in the flower bed, or that shoes are not chew toys, or that they should not jump up on great aunt martha and clean her face as a greeting. BTW, We all have issues sweets, animals and humans alike, a dog will love you issues or not, make sure you can return the favor before even thinking of adopting.

Answer 5

Yeah, that's a bit high for an adoption fee!

Is it a legit rescue or just someone claiming to be a rescue?

If the dog needed extensive care when it came in, they may very well have 3x that in medical expenses in the dog. Get the dog's history first, even if it's just the history of when it went into rescue.

If it is in need of further extensive medical care, or a special needs dog, be prepared for extensive vet bills.

Answer 6

That's extremely high. Unfortunately, I think most people immediately would think: "If I'm going to spend $500 on a dog, I may as well get a purebreed."
Sort of sending the wrong message in my opinion.
We recently adopted a gorgeous lab mix pup in Ohio, adoption fees including 5# of food, microchipping and licensing was only $125. Not that I wouldn't have paid more, but I really think that $500 is a bit too steep.

Answer 7

I have found, after working with various rescues, that there is SO much that goes into getting a dog ready to be adopted out that you just don't realize the cost.

Average costs for adopting out a HEALTHY dog are $231.00
Microchip $25.00
Rabies - $10.00
DHLPP - $25.00
Bordetella - $10.00
Fecal - $18.00
Lymes - $20.00
Heartworm test - $23.00
Testing for Erlichia - $15.00
Spaying - $85.00

Now condsider the added expenses for the dog like Tick treatment, wormers ($15), antibiotics ($20.00) Heartworm treatment ($400.00), pet food ($20 a mth), xrays ($75), bloodwork ($60).

Having said that, an adopted dog is probably the best dog you will find. I've found they are usually so much more appreciative of their home and ready to please.

You are doing a wonderful thing considering adoption a dog. Not only will your $500.00 go towards helping other dogs out, but you will have changed the world for that one dog.

Good luck!

Answer 8

$500 sounds quite steep, but it's THEIR call. if it's too high, no one will adopt, and they'll have to lower their prices. I would not spend $500 on a rescue dog when i could go somewhere else and spend $200 or $250.

Answer 9

A dog with that many issues that you already know of?? Why would you want that kind of trouble? The type dog, charges etc.,should only be considered after you find a dog that bonds with your lifestyle.

Answer 10

$500 is a rather large adoption fee. What issues does this dog have? Many times, adoption fees are a stable amount, but for certain dogs, if they required expensive medical attention, they will increase the adoption fee.