I definitely do not believe that people whove surrendered dogs should ever be allowed to adopt again. How is this allowed? But, in so many cases, the just tired of taking care of the animal. You better have a very good reason! They are both rescues and suffered terribly prior to me giving them a home. Thick n thin you see it thru or dont get one to begin with. People who dont take responsibility, should not have the opportunity to do this act of cruelty twice. One day the dog was outside with his children and owner (who had him since he was 5 weeks) The youngest child was 26 months and playing with a bug while oldest kid gave dog a bath with hose and middle child was on the porch. Behavior issues Can't afford care This program was developed to help families who need to make the difficult decision to rehome their beloved pets, but wish to take a more active role in the adoption process. She had been on a farm where she had attacked a horse and they wanted to give her a chance. Some of these dogs make it out, they are rescued, fostered or adopted. Work with people to help them place their animals. I want to create a home for a dog that may have experienced what I did to my dog. Certainly less would die every year. Do you think that someone who dumps an animal at a shelter should be able to one day adopt again? All others NO! And so I still say no! But, really? However this should be utilized to ONLY list the abusers (and I include those that surrender their dogs because he sheds and other such nonsense reasons. And dont just trade tears take action go to rescue places tell them you are monitoring and you want to see their books all non profits must make their books and facilities open to public inspection. And ultimately, it could drive the less than responsible pet owners to pet stores and backyard breeders. It broke my heart. It this happened at the beginning there would be less dogs in shelters and rescues. There can be many reasons that people have to give up their pets, some have no choice. Never, never!!! If you decide that surrendering your pet is the right decision for you please contact us by calling 703-792-6465 or by sending an email to animalshelter@pwcgov.org so we can get you on the list. A photograph that went viral on social media a few weeks agoshowed dozens of dog owners, with their dogs ranging in size, age, shape, and breed, lined up outside the intake department of a South Florida kill shelter. The loss of his brother caused such anxiety in my furry friend that, even though we had three cats also, he couldnt stand to be alone at all. While . I dont think everyone that chooses to give up their pets should never be allowed to adopt again, just as there are reasons that some people give up their own children for adoption and that doesnt mean they will never be able to have children of their own, but I think the vast majority who give up their pets, especially those who bring them to kill shelters, SHOULD be on a forbidden list. Those that surrender an animal just because (whatever excuse) should not be able to ever own any animal. then you are a bad person in my book and the FBI agrees w/me. There is a $50 fee for relinquishing a pet. She had mamory cancer, heart worms, and a thyroid problem. Even when you are grouchy!!! He cant walk at all. Just too old is the most disgusting excuse ever. Not everyone is cut out to be a parent, so think really hard before taking on this big responsibility. Absolutely not!!!! The first 3 all lived to be about 20 yrs old and died with me by their side ( my husband worked away from home, but is now retired). They would only throw them out in the field, parks, highways to fend for themselves. Your email address will not be published. The Hulu series 'Wu-Tang: An American Saga' follows the rise of one of the most influential rap groups in history. Just take the dog and put them on a DNA list. However, it is important to make sure that the pet you are buying from Petco is healthy and well . Nor, will we give the animal you surrendered special treatment over another animal. No And no. She is an inside-only dog, because my personal opinion is that pets should not be allowed to run free, ever. Animals are precious and depend on us for love and care. There is no excuse for dumping you dog in a kill shelter. I rushed there to get my dog, having been in a meeting for work 45 minutes away, having begged my husband who worked nearby to do and him refusing because it wasnt his job anymore. I called the humane society and asked them to hold off, they said they couldnt. The vet immediately said put her down. I cant imagine turning in my rescued Sibe. Ot isnt black and white. what country doesnt allow dogs/cats?). I have a dog from that south Fl shelter. Im sorry, but I respectfully disagree. People take jobs and lose jobs but are expected to find work again. Surrender twice, 10 year ban. My husband and I adopted an 8 week old Lab mix over 3 years ago, and I have always said that I would live in my car before I would part with that dog. No, any one who can part with a Dog and no matter what reason, dosent deserve to have another, I for one would never trust them, Never. If the animal you surrender meets our criteria, it will be placed up for adoption and there is no time limit. Absolutely. She luckily works from home and he needed around the clock care. There are about 80 board-certified veterinary behaviorists around the country, as well as knowledgeable certified applied animal behaviorists . OVER MY DEAD BODY AND GLOCK 45 ! Fortunately, it also means the owner has put their faith in our judgement and level of care for the animal. I dont care what the circumstances are. he attacked my neighbors kid & ripped open his ankle, he snapped & bit my son twice & he killed my cats kitten & he would attack any dog that got near him.. If they cant keep a lifetime commitment, they should never be allowed to have ANY pet again. People who betray that trust should not be given another chance to betray an animal. The caring,loving, feeding, vet visits. eeps attitude is an example of why so many people turn to Craigslist and just skip the rescue groups. I agree with you, Michael. Sadly, there arent enough foster homes to save every animal and those faces haunt my dreams, actually they haunt ALL rescuers dreams. A few get a more chances if reserved, but if the person that is supposed to pick them up doesnt show next day they go back to the list. Theyve already shown their true character. However, that probably would not keep them from owning a pet. They dont cost that much to take care of unless they are sick and need medical attention. I had to give my boxer back to AABR because he bit my 3 day old daughter while she was in my arms. Most Military families adopt while stateside them when deployed give up the dogs, should not happen. I adopted my dog back in September 2014. We have no money. Yes, most people in these situations would likely at least try non-kill shelter options first but, what if they cant find a solution that way. What you dont want to do is to discourage surrenders to the point where people just abandon their dogs to die, or where they take them out and shoot them so that they wont have that stigma of surrender attached to them. ANYONE who has touched a hair on any animal, should be banned forever from having Pets. So basically it should be based on why there was a previous surrender. I also think that people who adopt too many dogs too frequently should be tracked as well. There are always other alternatives if one needs to surrender their pet. Anybody who adopts from a shelter/rescue is most likely well aware of the plight of the majority of shelter animals, and would be hard-pressed to relinquish a dog to the same shitty situation it came from, if they have a smidgeon of a conscience. My point is that saying someone who is forced to give up a dog they love due to difficult circumstances is from that point on unworthy of the companionship of an adopted pet seems both classist and callous, and all it would accomplish to actually institute such a policy would be that the people who were turned away from adopting would go to breeders and puppy mills instead. I understand that some people, due to circumstances, dont believe there is any other choice. A side note for anyone thinking of giving up their pet due to exorbitant vet fees. I dont believe for a minute that animal all of a sudden became aggressive for no apparent reason, just out of the blue, unless he had a brain tumour, 10 out of 10 times its due to the owners ignorant and neglectful keep, which usually ends by doubly victimizing the animal. Done it once probably do it again! He was from a dog fighting ring went I got him. Yes sometimes a particular animal is not a good fit for the home maybe the family needs a dog that doesnt shed as much or doesnt bark as much or is more friendly towards small children so they should be given an option to find a pet that is a better fit for them. They sleep soundly because they have no conscience! Whilst also being a single mother with a baby? No excuse, no sad story, no reason on earth!! I had to give my dog back after she was hit by a car and required surgery I simply couldnt afford. Money we just didnt have. Then a resounding no, with placement on a nationwide list of do not adopt forever. Of course, a person who has had to give up a dog should be allowed to adopt another one at a later time. KC Pet Project is typically unable to accept same day surrenders. He was only 2 years old; he has such a long happy life ahead of him. I think your article is very skewed and fails to take into consideration the circumstances of the adopter. There are no special cases. I knew what I was getting myself into taking those dogs into my home and hv no regrets.I love them dearly and wd do it all over again as they hv become an essential part of my life. He was re-adopted and I pray hes happy and treated well. animals are like kids. They should ever be able to adopt another dog. You throw one away, then you dont deserve another!! Of course they should not be allowed to adopt again. This is the best circumstance because you will already have a better chance of seeing your dog again and the odds are in your favor the home will be a good one. Animals are not disposable or inconvenient , they have feelings and people that just feel that they can throw an animal away should never be able to adopt another pet. care. oO We need to update our laws and policies to reflect our evolving understanding of our relationship with animals. I dont understand the question Should future pet adoptions be conditional? What happens after the time? I truly hope that each and every one of them gets their paybackin as inhumane a means as what those poor babies were going to be subjected to! They pick a dog, sometimes a little one that has not had any training at all. This is no different. And when they say the kid came along and the dog was jealousso why arent they working with that dog to take care of the jealousy. was too much. I miss her like crazy and would love to have her back someday if I ever could. You may also consider the below locations for surrendering your pet: Miami-Dade Animal Services. Depends on the situation. These are all things to take into consideration when you adopt an animal, its a lifetime commitment ! He was a nervous dog and would bite without warning. What one person feels is a legitimate reason, might not seem so to another. She kept trying to attack me. Answer (1 of 7): I can't believe that would be a problem. These people should not be allowed to have an animal, ever!! I live in the country in an area where the city folks seem to frequently dump unwanted pets. Those humans who do that they sould be put on a list and never give them the oportunity to have a dog or cat or other pet in their selfish life. Try and find out also when the dog was surrendered-did they give any useful information at all such as age-are the gentle with children and/or other dogs and cats? The smell, infection, inability to eat, pain and other factors test the normal familys patience. The shelter had told us she was good with dogs and would probably be fine with cats, but this was not the case. 30 days is not enough time to put them on the petfinder or in the newspaper. Too many people dump dogs for such horrible reasons, its sickening. I think they should be put on a National do not adopt list forever. It think it depends on the reason and every person who surrenders should have to explain why theyre giving up the animal. And work for the poor kitty he gets dumped again that cat would have been fine how many homes do these poor creatures have to go through we have to understand animals feel love and pain think people think. I had her for 13 wonderful years, and she passed with Mast Cell Cancer. They are doing what is in the dogs interest rather than selfishly keeping the dog out of their need and then watch the dog die. No way. Other times, people think they must give up their pet because they do not know how to handle a particular issue. I never saw her again. How many elderly people could use a companion, but cant afford one? And NO it is not any town state or federal job.. public inspection is public if it were any officials job they would not do it in any case. The humane society suggested to me to get him a companion dog, so I did. 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