Rescue - Ask too many questions
There is a reason for all the questions. I know the questions may seem to be intrusive to some people. Here's why we ask. We can't get a Baby out of a KILL SHELTER one day and place it the next day. We have to get to know that Baby. How it acts around other dogs. Food, Upright Children, Socialization. The same goes for the adoptive Parents. We have to get to know them and their needs and wants before we can match the right Baby to the right Family. I wish someone would have explained this to me years ago. I am trying here to educate those of you that have not adopted a RESCUE BABY. It can be the Most Rewarding Experience Of Your Life, but patience is required. Kaye Second Chance OES Rescue |
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| I think a lot of people get caught up and confused by the rescue process too.
I know that when we offered to do a rescue we filled out all of the paperwork, answered all the questions, did tons of e-mail correspondence and then poof, nothing. We were told 3, count them 3 times, in a row that we weren't right for the rescues but they would keep us informed about a rescue that would be "right for us". There always seemed to be a problem. After being disappointed and feeling that we weren't good enough, we gave up. Turns out there was just some really poor communication and we would be a great rescue home; all this after we got another dog from another source. (The reason they weren't able to place a rescue with us right away is because we're stil building our fence.) Seems like being new to the rescue biz can hurt the process. Since we were turned down, put on a waiting list and weren't actually reassured about our status, we gave up. Another reason that we felt a rescue wouldn't be placed with us is because of the "gruff" nature of the rescue people. They were more than straightforward, they were bossy and almost condescending. That turns out to be partly a test to see if you're actually going to stick around and partly because it's just plain rough doing rescue! So both the rescue people and the potential new families need to be aware of the process and what happens to get a dog into a new home. I know that the rescue workers are doing excellent work and have a lot on their plates but remember some people have no idea what happens during all of this and may need some hand holding. Potential rescue homes also need to be aware that it's a heck of a job to get the right dog and right people together so be patient! |
| I've had sheepdogs for 18 years and tried the adoption process, first they speak with you, which was great and you think you are on track, the don't help you through the process, you failed to get the dog because you didn't send in the application, well, I had said application ready to send, you think they would have told me to send it now! NO! It's worse than trying to adopt a child. Well, good for all of you who can put up with this process.
I went to a breeder and got another new puppy to add to the existing family, as for me, I will never use this process again. What burns me, is I really wanted to save and OES but was so turned off, never again, I'll get my own and raise it from the onset. This is just one posters, opinion, to the rest, good luck, I admire what you do. I personally find it sad!  |
shoregulls wrote: I've had sheepdogs for 18 years and tried the adoption process, first they speak with you, which was great and you think you are on track, the don't help you through the process, you failed to get the dog because you didn't send in the application, well, I had said application ready to send, you think they would have told me to send it now! NO! It's worse than trying to adopt a child. Well, good for all of you who can put up with this process.
I went to a breeder and got another new puppy to add to the existing family, as for me, I will never use this process again. What burns me, is I really wanted to save and OES but was so turned off, never again, I'll get my own and raise it from the onset. This is just one posters, opinion, to the rest, good luck, I admire what you do. I personally find it sad! Shoregulls -- I think it is a shame that one experience turned you off the rescue opportunity. I didn't say anything in response to your prior posts on this subject but it seems that it is still eating away at you so I wanted to respond to some of the things you have said. As someone whose family member adopted a child, I can assure you that process is much more time consuming and cumbersome. Adopting a child can take years and the scrutiny the family is under can be very stressful. I don't understand what led you to wait prior to filing your application. You must have known from my own post in this forum that there were other people who were interested in that particular dog. I think it is a great thing that the rescue had the opportunity to screen a number of potential homes for Maisy, even though that meant she did not end up with me. I can understand being disappointed (I was too) but I really don't understand why you feel so burned by the process. That's just my two cents. I don't mean to offend. 
Valerie |
Though I do understand your frustration shoregulls, I do agree with Valerie! I have been sending out "feelers" and our family story to a lot of rescues and shelters for months! I have not heard back from some and others have replied that they will keep our application on file. That has not stopped me from checking every few days on-line for new dogs that appear and re-checking with that organization. They are busy people trying their best to do the best for the poor animals! All my work has almost paid off, as we are waiting for word on Murphy, an OES that was surrendered to a local OES Rescue this weekend! But, although I will be disappointed for US, I do want him to have the best family for HIM.  So, I cannot lose faith and I will keep on searching!
I think that we all need to see both sides of things (applicant and rescuer) but neither should ever lose sight of what both want to achieve, that is the best possible fit for a pup that has not had the best of luck, thus far! 
I'm so glad that we have discussions like this, it only further educates me on seeing both sides of the story! 
Colleen and Gucci George=>Mommy is on the computer every day, trying to find me a friend!  |
Quote: Shoregulls -- I think it is a shame that one experience turned you off the rescue opportunity. I didn't say anything in response to your prior posts on this subject but it seems that it is still eating away at you so I wanted to respond to some of the things you have said.
It's not eating away at me but I have decided I won't do that again, that's all, I'd rather go and get a puppy from a breeder. I think what you all do is wonderful, it's just not for me. I also think that people who you are trying to adopt from and know you have never done it before should walk you through the process, I found it a turn off and I'm only speaking for myself but I know of another poster who was left with the same taste in their mouth. As, I've said, I'm not looking to fight, I just stated my opinion and I think what you guys do is great! PS: We now have our puppy who was 9 weeks when we got him and he's now 11 and it's just 2 funny, missed that young bundle of fur! |
| I have been on both sides of the fence in rescue. I have filled out those applications and waited and waited. Then to find that the Baby went to a friend of the rescuer that hadn't been waiting for months. It really isn't first come first serve. It is to match up the right Baby with the right Family. Each dogs is different and each Family is different. That is the problem with Petfinder. Someone will see a picture of a Baby and send an inquiry about it. You tell them to fill out an application first. You can't tell them they can have that Baby right then. But, that is the one they want. It doesn't work that way. It isn't fair to the Baby or to them. They have fallen in Love with a Picture. I really got booged here and didn't have the time to respond to every inquiry that came in...... I have talked to most of the people that have filled out an application but not all. I encourage people to fill out applications with all the rescues orgs. We may not have what you want right now but that can change in 5 minutes. After gttting the 5 Babies I was so swamped that I asked Jaci that does the webpgae to take my phone # down off the webpage and Petfinder. Diane { Cassie's Mom } has offered to take over screening the applictaions and inquires for me....... 2 Babies weant to their New Furever Homes this last weekend. 4 more are going out this weekend. 2 Babies are being pickup here. Then there is a 5 year boy that have to neutered. 3 girls that have to spayed before they are put up for adoption. These Babiesa are not on Petfinder. The Main consideration is the BABY........ Placing it with the Very Best Furever Home that fits its needs. This can't be done over night. I apoligize to those that have been offended and were treated rudely. I certainly not by us. Kaye Second Chance OES Rescue |
| I, too, had been trying to adopt a rescue for the last 5 months. Twice, my contact in Baltimore gave me a lead on a dog needing a home, and both times it didn't pan out for one reason for another.
Then Betsey encouraged me to put in an application to the New England OES Rescue, even though I am in Baltimore. When I pulled up the page, I saw Fozzy; just what I was looking for. A young energetic pup who would be a wonderful companion for my Ben. But I didn't inquire about Fozzy. I just filled out an application, told what I was looking for and what kind of home I could offer. I figured, if Grannie Annie though Fozzy was right for us, she would tell us. The same day she called and left a message. "I have a dog that I think would work out very nicely for you. His name is Fozzy. Check him out on the webpage." After meeting the rest of the organization'srequirements, we adopted Fozzy the following week. Grannie Annie and the foster parents, the DiPasquales, couldn't have been nicer. If it's the right dog, it will happen. You can't blame the rescue folks for being careful. If everyone was as careful choosing a pet, there probably wouldn't be many dogs needing rescuing. Be patient. |
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