ADOPT - DON'T BUY - ADOPT - DON'T BUY - Page 3

nyc1 · ‎03-19-2010

@savetheanimals wrote:
Just how I feel. Comment is for some of the posts on here! Adopt - Don't Buy. So many available animals to adopt, but people still buy from breeders. Will never understand.

My husband and I LOVE all dogs (animals), but particularly AIREDALES, and will continue to get one from a reputable breeder. We do rescue work, donate a lot of food and money to shelters, but are parents to our second Airedale. You don't want to see pure breds disappear. People fall in love with a breed or have an allergey and need to get a particuar breed. That's up to them.

I support being responsible and adopting when you can or if that suits you. Not everyone can. We also had an allergy situation in our home that was a huge consideration. My Amazon Smile account donates to the Grey Muzzle Organization that helps senior dogs around the country with orhopedic beds, operations, hospice, food, etc.

FancyPhillyshopper · ‎05-02-2017

I will never, NEVER stop buying pets from reputable breeders.

People who go on and on about adopting should focus on the real issue--irresponsible pet owners who allow all these pets to breed randomly in the first place, or who give up their pets at the slightest inconvenience.

I am a multi-pet household and I have both adopted and pure bred animals.

First, I prefer young animals because it is easier for them to adapt to our diverse household.

I also appreciate the breed standards and that is what I prefer.

Next, in our area the main dogs up for adoption are pitbulls, and I would never bring one to my home with cats. My favorite dog breed is American Eskimo, smart, loyal, loving, and sweet.

My favorite cat is a Himalayan, with the gorgeous blue eyes, masked face, and long fluffy coats, and I have purebred cats from a wonderful breeder.

In the past I have also gone to cat shows to show my cats, but now that I know how much work it is, I no longer bother. I also do not register my pets anymore because they will never be bred themselves.

People who pay a lot of money for their pets are usually extremely committed and dedicated owners.

Unfortunately, it seems some people adopt one month and then give back their pet another month.

Any time an animal comes to my home, it has a lifetime of love and care, no matter the cost or the work.

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

The problem with being a blinded, extreme advocate is that you see only one viewpoint... YOURS. You see black and white but never any gray. Sad when people have become so brainwashed. Regardless, we are a board of animal lovers; sensible, educated women and no, we're not interested in adopting pit bulls from animal control. We can't afford the liability insurance.

New Mexico☀️Land Of Enchantment

Sooner · ‎03-10-2010

One thing that hasn't been mentioned here is that it has become a fad to adopt an animal. It's everywhere, the pressure is on people. It's chic to have a rescue dog.

That in turn enourages people who aren't ready for a pet and have no idea what they are getting into to adopt. So guess what? They are shocked and unable to meet the pet's needs, emotional, physically or financially.

I see it all the time here. Oh get a pet! Oh you won't be sorry! NO recognition of the issues, the work, the expense, etc. Not everyone should have pets.

And also, if you had Cujo in some adoption places they would say he's sweet and friendly with everyone . . . Not all adoption agencies are upfront about what type of animal they are promoting.

And animals, like people, are not all alike and with different needs, not all sweet, not all trainable, so be sure to get one you can deal with.

geezerette · ‎03-16-2010

@Sooner wrote:
One thing that hasn't been mentioned here is that it has become a fad to adopt an animal. It's everywhere, the pressure is on people. It's chic to have a rescue dog.

That in turn enourages people who aren't ready for a pet and have no idea what they are getting into to adopt. So guess what? They are shocked and unable to meet the pet's needs, emotional, physically or financially.

I see it all the time here. Oh get a pet! Oh you won't be sorry! NO recognition of the issues, the work, the expense, etc. Not everyone should have pets.

And also, if you had Cujo in some adoption places they would say he's sweet and friendly with everyone . . . Not all adoption agencies are upfront about what type of animal they are promoting.

And animals, like people, are not all alike and with different needs, not all sweet, not all trainable, so be sure to get one you can deal with.

@Sooner

You are so right! My friend is a foster for our local shelter. You wouldn't believe the number of dogs she gets back from adopters that were totally unprepared for the responsibility of having a dog.

It became the "in" thing to do during the height of the pandemic. Now many are coming back since it's no longer convenient when people have to go back to work.

kitcat51 · ‎09-15-2016

A divisive thread....and you know it @savetheanimals.

goldensrbest · ‎03-10-2010

After the mean comment you made on my posting of clancys picture, it really shows how not in the know you are,adopting is not easy , finding a dog that you can adopt is difficult, goldens are extremely hard to get, and yes i tried.

When you lose some one you L~O~V~E, that Memory of them, becomes a TREASURE.

Marp · ‎03-09-2010

@goldensrbest wrote:
After the mean comment you made on my posting of clancys picture, it really shows how not in the know you are,adopting is not easy , finding a dog that you can adopt is difficult, goldens are extremely hard to get, and yes i tried.

@goldensrbest, I read that comment and in no way should it be dignified by responding. There is no reason to defend your decision either. You did what is right for you and Clancy is one lucky dog. Don't let someone like that steal your joy.

The eyes through which you see others may be the same as how they see you.

threecees · ‎09-22-2017

I tried for a long time to get a Golden at our local spca. One day I

was down there giving a donation and in came a Golden that was

5 years old. I was heartbroken and then excited. I hate to see any

animal being given up but definitely don't want it out on the street

either.

Then I asked more about the dog and was told to contact them back

in 24 hours. I did so and it turned out the spca gave the Golden to a

rescue in another state that takes mainly Goldens and the new

adoption price ended up going from about $50 at the spca to around

$250 at the new place which they decide on the animals age.

I was very upset about this. I wished they told me this before the

dog was transferred but maybe the person I dealt with did not know

it. I decided since that was the breed our family wanted we had to go

to a wonderful breeder and after a long time we eventually found

someone that does multiple health tests before they are even advertised.

Many times I have been asked if our dog is a rescue and I tell them

no that I could not find the breed we were searching for there.

geezerette · ‎03-16-2010

@Marp wrote:
@goldensrbest wrote:
After the mean comment you made on my posting of clancys picture, it really shows how not in the know you are,adopting is not easy , finding a dog that you can adopt is difficult, goldens are extremely hard to get, and yes i tried.
@goldensrbest, I read that comment and in no way should it be dignified by responding. There is no reason to defend your decision either. You did what is right for you and Clancy is one lucky dog. Don't let someone like that steal your joy.

@Marp