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Comment on Bailey’s Memory Album by A Remembrance Day | My Fire Hydrant

A Remembrance Day | My Fire Hydrant — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:39:15 +0000

[...] My heart dog, Bailey. March 11, 1996 – January 15, 2010. [...]

Comment on Top 5 Considerations Before You Adopt a Pet by Bev

Bev — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 03:23:47 +0000

You’re not buying a pair of pants, you’re taking responsibility for another being’s life.

Comment on Top 5 Places to Find an Adoptable Pet by Bev

Bev — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 03:14:16 +0000

Diane, thank you for visiting and for making a comment. I’m so glad that you and Legs found each other! What a happy ending to your story!

I agree that there are some organizations out there that are over-zealous with their adoption requirements. Unfortunately, the ones who suffer are the orphaned pets. Just as the public needs to be educated about spay/neuter and the joy of adopting, we also need to educate some of our animal advocates. This is “the business of saving lives,” and determining the appropriateness of a prospective pet parent should not depend on an arbitrary check list.

Comment on Top 5 Places to Find an Adoptable Pet by Diane Johnson

Diane Johnson — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 08:52:55 +0000

Because I don’t have a fenced in yard I was refused adoption by the local HS and several “rescues” so I went to my local animal control shelter where I adopted a wonderful 5yo beagle.
We walk 4-5 times a day, he runs loose in my daughter’s yard, and we go to the local park and trail for extra walks. He goes to an AAHA certified vet, is kept up to date on all shots and Heartworm meds and monthly flea prevention. He was untrained when I got him and after a month our apartment manager was raving about how well behaved he was(and he wasn’t that easy to train but treats won). He wants a coat on in cold weather and is devoted to me.
Many shelters have changed from the take your chances type to offering temperment tested animals and are well worth going to. I highly recommend mine to everyone who asks where I got Legs something I won’t do for a rescue anymore although I do understand they are useful and cautious about who they adopt out to (sometimes overly cautious).

Comment on Top 5 Considerations Before You Adopt a Pet by Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 12:37:41 +0000

Adopting a pet is a LIFETIME commitment. As important as entering into marriage with your spouse. So taking the time to do your research and figure out what works best with your family and lifestyle is a must. Thanks for the great tips to starting the researching process!!

Comment on Top 5 Considerations Before You Adopt a Pet by Sharon

Sharon — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:02:16 +0000

Being prepared and ready for a commitment is so important. Thanks Bev for sharing this info! Having a dog is for life.

Comment on A Shelter Drive-By by Carma Poodale

Carma Poodale — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:13:45 +0000

People don’t understand how appreciative shelters are with “shelter drive bys” Most shelters have a limited budget and they don’t have the extra’s such as raw hides, kitty toys , extra cleaners etc. and when someone brings it in the shelter staff and volunteers jump for joy.

Comment on A Shelter Drive-By by Christie

Christie — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:48:37 +0000

Awesome! I was definitely thinking that a Sam’s Club membership would be perfect for this type of thing. My shelter could definitely use a huge thing of laundry detergent!

Christie from lifewithbeagle.com

Comment on A Shelter Drive-By by Dr V

Dr V — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:38:23 +0000

What a perfect way to do the drive by! Thanks so much for all your help Bev!

Comment on Being Lost is a Disaster! by Marg

Marg — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:34:22 +0000

That is such good advice. The poor animals in that storm in New Jersey and New York. Hope they are found by someone.