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June is designated as ‘Adopt a Cat Month’ so what better to discuss than the many pet adoption misconceptions! Let’s get started.
Common Myths of Pet Adoption
Shelter animals have behavioral problems –
According to Animal Humane Society.org, less than 15 percent of people who surrender their pet have done so because of behavioral issues. There are several reasons to have to give up one’s pet: relocation, unknown allergies may arise, lifestyle change, pet parent death…to name a few.
It takes some time for an animal to settle into a new surrounding and that definitely includes a shelter with new smells and sounds with which to become acquainted. Once they settle in and become more comfortable in their new environment, their true personality will show.
If there are any behavioral issues, your shelter will share that information with any prospective adoptive pet parents.
Shelter animals are unhealthy –
The shelter may not have all the medical details on an animal when they arrive at their door. This is why the animal will have a vet medical check for the shelter’s care of the animal. They may just be in need of vaccinations or possibly some flea and tick meds. In any case any adoptive parents will be informed of the pet’s medical condition since arriving at the shelter and any needs in that area.
Rescue animals are harder to train –
All animals will have to learn their new routine when going to a new home. Even old animals can learn new tricks and will most likely enjoy your attention in that regard…especially if it is accompanied with a treat!
All shelter animals are elderly –
Animals arrive in every age, size, breed, and temperment at shelters. Some come with their litter mates. Some are neglected or abused. Others are sadly given up by their family moving to a new location or left alone by the death of their pet parent. And, then some are strays wandering the streets searching for food.
Elderly pets are great companions, especially for an older pet parent who may not want to raise a young kitten or puppy.
It’s hard to bond with shelter pets –
A shelter pet is looking for their forever home. When you bring them into your home, you are giving them love and they will return that love many times over. Of course there will be a ‘getting to know you’ period. Just like there will be with any animal. A shelter pet is no different than a new puppy from a breeder or a new kitten from a friend. Actually, with the shelter pet you do have some history. With the new puppy or kitten, little to no history.
See my post “Ultimate Guide to Choosing your right Pet“.
The adoption process takes a long time and there is competition for adoptable animals –
The adoption process is actually quite quick and easy. You can meet and greet the animal at the shelter before making your decision. Some will let you put a 24 hour hold on an animal for a small fee. Once you have decided on your animal, you can review their history with an adoption representative, go over their policies, sign the paperwork, and pay any adoption fees.
So you want to visit your animal and get to know them a bit which may take a day or two possibly. After you have made your decision, it shouldn’t take more than a day or part of a day to complete your adoption and bring your happy new pet to their new home.
I had decided I needed to see my adoptee at least twice before making a decision. Well, first time out and I fell and adopted right then and there. When you see Josie’s picture above, you will understand!
Kittens and puppies are always in demand but competition for adult animals has decreased. Relax and enjoy your search. I took my time checking out shelter pictures online before actually going to meet my new kitty. She turned out to be a three year old female who had already given birth to four offspring.
Check out my posts “Pet Adoption – Is it for You?” and “Pet Adoption Questions”.
If it is a pet for the family please let the entire family meet and greet your prospective new family member before adopting. New family member is exactly what you will be getting. And, yes, it is a lifetime decision!
Funny Animal Videos
From Big Geek Daddy, enjoy ‘Little kids Big dogs’.
Next in line is ‘Life is better with a dog‘.
And one more: ‘Cats vs. Dogs‘.
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