Before you jump to conclusions, think about the circumstances. These are my Children, I LOVE THEM TO DEATH. Doesnt mean they shouldnt be allowed to have an animal again. So one cannot make a judgement just because they are giving dog to shelter, What is dogs and cats did that to their owners. That was on a Friday. I cant imagine turning in my rescued Sibe. Both times an a cat who was already living with me couldnt deal with the new animal(s). 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. Please allow 72 hours for a response. People need to realize that BEFORE getting the cute kitten or puppy. If there is an incident, your dog bit your child or the neighbor and must be surrendered, no stigma. am all for a registry!!! This would just keep thousands of animals without the chance to be adopted. This shouldnt mean I cant adopt now. im hearing about too many people dumping older dogs and turning right around and adopting a puppy! Do you think that someone who dumps an animal at a shelter should be able to one day adopt again? No they should not be able to get another dog. They are betrayed and abandoned far too often. Its a heartbreaking but rewarding process. Animals depend on us for love, shelter, protection and food. You do not abandon your animals. Hell no! 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. I have a dog from that south Fl shelter. Hed just run. Of course not. No, I wouldnt let someone turn in a dog because it was too old and adopt a puppy, but there are people who people who, because of illness or homelessness, feel they cant care for a dog properly and therefore are taking the best of several bad choices. These people should not be allowed to breathe, much less ruin animals lives. She bit me so bad one time that it went to the bone. Shelter attendant Taylor Milligan said that she would be best suited for a single-cat home. 5500 dog are killed everyday in this country, so get out of your own selfish way and realize you are part of the problem. Then, from bad breeding, the little Pom was found to have congenital heart failure. If you dont take full responsibility for owning a pet and decide to dump it at a high kill shelter then you should be banned from ever owning another pet for the rest of your life. A sentient being should not be tossed away like garbage. I would prefer stronger laws restricting breeding, enforcing spay/neuter, and stronger community support for shelters. Pet Surrender Resources to Consider Before Surrender* We understand how difficult it is to make the decision to surrender your pet. 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. 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? Other times, people think they must give up their pet because they do not know how to handle a particular issue. And dont give me any bull crap that you cant afford the dog. 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. so my answer would be, i think it depends on the situation and how the people go about doing it. I have had 9 dogs so far, all except 2 from rescue or shelters, not a single one has ever been returned and I kept them till they passed and I miss them all. I took her in to clean her up, get her vetted and to find a new home for her. Do your homework when checking out a breed, every dog is different. If you have exhausted all other options, you can surrender your pet to the Seattle Animal Shelter. There are people who, through no fault of their own, have lost their residences and, thusly, lost their ability to reach out or even search for a no-kill shelter. Anyone who surrenders a dog should never be allowed to adopt another dog, and should definitely be put on a national do not adopt list. She was 75 lbs and the dog she tossed around like a rag doll was 125 lbs. They can use sites like VolunteerMatch or AdoptAPet to list volunteer positions/needs and attract help. Reminder: MCACC does not accept surrendered pets without a scheduled appointment. The humane society I went to requires a hold on the dogs, and I had no money to get him out that day anyway because like I said, my husband had just left me with no warning. As a dog trainer and dog rescuer I say , NO. What would you do if you had to downsize just to have a roof over your heads and that place didnt allow you to have a pet of any kind? "She is very . Just becausr you had to surrender a pet doesnt mean your a horrible personlearn the circumstances before judging people and situations and banning them from things. 3-Anyone who is caught surrendering just to get rid of a sick or elderly animal or animal that is seized or any other reason that seems the animal is too much trouble or we cant take it with us then those people will have the no adoption restrictions. In fact when we adopt on all papers that we sign it should read Thats stupid. ANYONE who has touched a hair on any animal, should be banned forever from having Pets. He was so gentle that even toddlers could take food from his mouth and he would just stop and walk away. Stop trying to act like you can fully predict what is going to happen in a month or so after getting a pet. Shelters really do want the very best for your dog. I see them as one of my children and I wouldnt think of giving my kids up because I did not want them anymore. I had to surrender one because she, for no reason, before my eyes took down one of my other dogs, she at the last had him by the throat and was in for the kill. Even knowing that they'll be adopted again, you're still going to feel crummy. I worked Animal Control for several years and there are very few that should be allowed to adopt again, but there were a very few that I would have to say because of the circumstances, I would have to say yes. Although I am aware of the shortage of homes for shelter dogs, they are better off never having a family than to have one to discard them. was it fair for one of them to be bitten? It's important to know what will take place once you relinquish your pet to a shelter or rescue and also to be aware that there are alternatives. The SPCA cannot accept animals without appointments. Such an irresponsible act should prohibit them from ever adopting a dog from the shelter system EVER again. I have had the honor of loving a few dogs in my lifetime. I had a sister in-law keep doing this with her pets (cats and dogs) when she would be tired of them. I love animals. Depends on the situation., and a mere 14 minutes later to an ill-considered Adopting an animal is not a temporary thing but a lifetime commitment. I made a contribution to the shelter in an amount that covered his care for the rest of his life. I think there should be a registry for this, just as there should be a registry for animal abuse. Come to the shelter during business hours. My older pup, however, was supervised by a woman whose husband didnt like dogs- so around 2:30 p.m., not even an hour after Id located the dogs, she texted me that she had to have the humane society pick him up. Unless there are catastrophic medical issues there is no reason to not keep your dog forever..Unfortunately, this would be near impossible to enforce. So I dont have an answer, just dont be so strict with surrender requirements that people will resort to more pet dumping in the country. Absolutely not. If the need to surrender an animal is urgent (i.e.. moving, eviction, etc.) If you were in a scenario where you tried to keep the animal, but couldnt, the best thing to do would be surrender the animal to a no-kill shelter or a rescue organization. No way. 52,564 were adopted but 22,925 were owner surrender and adoption returns. Now theyre forced to buy from a breeder, because nobody will allow them to adopt a dog. In those six years, she bit all my neighbors who came in my house or near it, she ruined anything in her path and started peeing in the house. Life situations do change for humans you know. She is a Jack Russell, terrier mix. I wish I could have just one more day with my Sydney Girl, my rescued Black Lab, I would give anything for that to happen. Please call around. No, we do not require a fee to surrender your pet (s). There are many who will only surrender their as a last resort, due to homelessness or illness. So, to say we should never be allowed to adopt again, is not fair at all. They would never know that there was any kind of a hardship, because they would be cared for just like always. Ooops I didnt mean to comment twice! If I could have taken them with me, I would have. I think they should be put on a National do not adopt list forever. So far this month, they have killed 53 dogs till yesterday. Case closed. Ot isnt black and white. But there are just some circumstances that just cant be helped: deployment, loss of job, deportation, couple breaks up, not educated enough about owning a dog, etc. Healthy, trained, nice, highly adoptable dogs, even puppies. There are so many alternatives and help available now. I dont think so I guess it would be differant depending on the circumstances but pets are for life if your not willing to stick your neck out for them then you probably shouldnt have one.. Something that makes me so mad is when people surrender dogs because they get to big it is like if you didnt want a big dog then why did you get it.. People should really do their research before they get an animal. I know some people who do this a lot and it makes me so angry. A dog should not have to suffer, have to die, because of idiot humans. All of that being said, if someone brings in a dog or cat to dump in a shelter and then wants to adopt within the next six months, definitely not. A tetanus shot and a round of antibiotics later, the shelter laid it on reaaaaal thick, made me feel worse than I already did and handled it extremely poorly in general. When she dies, I will mourn. People who surrender their pets to a kill shelter should be blacklisted! Done it once probably do it again! Pet ownership is something that should be for the pets whole life. I realize that a percentage will be euthanized, God forbid that I should ever have to give up my Freeway but it could happen where there was a fire or a hurricane here in Florida and I would be homeless or had to move in with a friend that would not allow dog . never! I have had dogs all my life .I am now 71 and have two dogs . Clearly there is a pattern. Some one that did not care would just let it fend for itself and dump it anywhere. No. Now, would I ever surrender my dog no matter what the circumstances were and I respond, NO WAY! And maybe add to that that a second surrender would lead to a permanent blacklisting from adoption. However some people simply arent ready for or aware of the responsibility,some people have extenuating circumstances that leave them no other choice. Not that no kill shelters are bad but I prefer rescue groups that bring the animal into their home so it never have to sit in a kennel or a cage. It would depend on why they are surrendering the pet. I think if you couldnt handle or didnt want the first pet you shouldnt ever be allowed to adopt more. Answered by. Pets must be surrendered to a local animal shelter or rescue organization. My family and I have been adopting from kill shelters for years and we have always adopted Seniors, sever abuse cases, etc. But, I would much rather someone who cannot properly care for their beloved pet surrender them to a responsible shelter then leave them on a road somewhere or give them to someone who will not love and care for them. If you got your dog from a shelter to begin with, you may be able to return your dog to that shelter. Orange County residents can surrender their owned pet at the facility with an appointment. My only fear is if people cant get another shelter animal then they may result in killing the pet themselves. Absolutely not. Dogs are family, they are not some piece of furniture or trash that you can get rid of when you feel like it. KINSTON, NC (WNCT) Janice arrived at the Lenoir County SPCA as an owner surrender. I DONT CARE IF I WERE SICK OR ON THE STREET THAT IS MY FUR BABY AND WHERE EVER I GO SHE WILL BE WITH ME, PEOPLE THAT DO THIS CRAP MAKE ME SICK!!!!!! I have to agree that someone who surrenders their pet to a shelter shouldnt be able to adopt again but how would you distinguish that from someone who picks up a stray dog and takes it to the shelter and doesnt know any better, or honestly has no way to house that stray? If turned in as last resort to get someone who will heal pet and then provide home. Shelters and rescues need fosters to help care for dogs while they look for their forever homes. I also think more likely than not, someone adopted a dog, the dog didnt fit their lifestyle, and now they are done with it. 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. There needs to be a national DO NOT ADOPT list for every state. Even though there may be extenuating circumstances, those who surrender a pet should be barred from having the chance to adopt again. NO! These people that surrender dogs and cats to be killed have no heart , there is just a black mussel that is pumping bad blood there. That fee can range from $20 to $150+. It would make more sense to compare it to never being allowed to have custody of a child because you abandoned another child in the past. Each person standing in line was there to surrender their dog, despite being told their dogs would likely be euthanized as the overcrowded shelter simply couldnt handle all the unwanted pets. They would do it again! There is also the issue of if an adopter sells or gives away their dog to another individual, claims their pet died then adopts another one. My husband and I have had many dogs during out lives, some rescues and some from puppies all with different issues or not. My pets are my children-for as long as theyll have me! That animal is your responsibility! But dont lump all surrenders in ther same category. Answer (1 of 5): I wouldn't count on it, especially if the dog has been adopted already. 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! There are about 80 board-certified veterinary behaviorists around the country, as well as knowledgeable certified applied animal behaviorists . Pets are not disposible and no matter what hoops they have to jump through to take their pets with them, They must make the appropriate arrangements to take their pets with them. No. Either care for an animal for life, or get a pet rock. One lady dumped her cat at the pound because she got a new couch. If a person doesnt want that responsibility, dont get a pet in the first place to begin with! Dog Surrender Form If you have multiple animals, please submit a separate form for each animal. No, they should not be allowed to adopt again. If your pet was adopted from Heartland Animal Shelter: After seeing feathers on the ground the next day I decided to get some cat food and put it out. If adopters who surrender to legitimate organizations are penalized then they will just use other avenues, such as abandoning the animal, claiming it was a stray, or giving it away for free to any scumbag. There should MOST DEFINITELY be a national registry database that requires all adopters to register online using a license or legal I.D. Surrendering a dog means that you are relinquishing ownership of the pet to a shelter or rescue. If they try to adopt again, their name will be flagged, but the reason for previous surrender could be considered on a case by case basis. An animal is for life. These poor animals go through so much anywayhow cruel to put them back into a shelter only to die. I think your article is very skewed and fails to take into consideration the circumstances of the adopter. Monitor the books of all non profit rescues monitor the number of dogs in and where they go. We dont know what the case may have been: maybe it was a poverty issue, loss of job and could no longer take care of the dog, maybe the person was now deployed, deported, maybe the person wasnt as educated as they originally thought on the idea of owning a dog, and the best option was to surrender the dog. He wanted to run, and that wasnt that bad in my mind. it is not fair to lump everyone into one category. In those cases, they should not be allowed to adopt again. Never should they be allowed to adopt! Things my husband promised me we would do together for him when I agreed to let him keep the stray he found two years ago. The second time my cat wouldnt come into the house at all and I had to feed her outside. (For example, after a length of time, say 5 years, has passed? stray cat. So to all of those of you who think I should NEVER, EVER, EVER be allowed to adopt another pet, ever during the rest of my life think about your opinion, and try not to bruise your mind when you jump down off your high horse.. Having a pet is a life long commitment. No they should not adopt. After staff evaluation, if your pet is deemed a medical or behavioral high risk, there is an additional $35 fee for the extra labor, behavioral enrichment, hospice care, medication, and possible euthanasia if you choose to still surrender your pet to the shelter. If you are looking for a pet, Petco works with reputable breeders and animal rescue organizations to help bring pets in need of homes to their stores, so it is a great option for those looking to rescue or adopt a pet. 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. Another thing-we have shelters so people have a place to take animals. A side note for anyone thinking of giving up their pet due to exorbitant vet fees. Please lets start doing something so that animals are given to families that will keep them forever!!!! Depends on the situation. He was clearly fine when he escaped from my yard just a few days earlier? Theyre clearly not capable of caring for a pet. ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!!! Perhaps someone is ill or just cannot take care of dog on a temporary basis. PS: And I DO believe you WOULD dump another dog at the shelter, cause you know F all of coaching or keeping a dog. There are so many pros and cons and a lot of it depends on the honesty of others which isnt always present. NO ABSOLUTELY NOT !! Even Petsmart Charities Tom Cramer has done this, and he is one of the forerunners in animal sheltering). The one that took my Beagle ended up dropping him off with a neighbor who did doggie foster care, where he stayed for about three hours until I got off work. If I had kept her, it wouldve been a death sentence for one of the other animals in my home. Not the fault of my son, so why should he be blocked from trying to adopt again. And you somehow got the idea to adopt not 1, not 2 not 3, but 9 cats? So.they should NEVER be allowed to adopt ever again. People get pets and after the newness has worn off or they find out it will cost a fortune to groom the dog or cat they either throw it outside and let it fin for itself or take it to the pound. You owe it to them to make sure they are properly restrained, spayed or neutered, and loved unconditionally. If you are no longer able to care for your animal, you can bring him/her to the MSPCA. We have rescued 5 other dog with out every having to return one over our last 64 years on this earth. We were told he was a lab/boxer mix. I was going to have her So we gave her a chance. 101 and/or contact our Intake Coordinator at intake@lakehumane.org. So do I think they should get a second chanceI have no answer, maybe? And to make matters worse, the escape artistry was increasing. For example; if someone had a large breed dog who had always been very gentle. I think that is a good idea. It think it depends on the reason and every person who surrenders should have to explain why theyre giving up the animal. To purposely throw away a life when there are other choices out there. This means that for one reason or another the owner has had circumstances arise where they can't keep the pet. Why let them adopt again? Our animals are NOT just property, they are a part of the family. Surrendering a Pet (Intake Process) . There should also be a list of animal abusers as well!!!!! Even people who are convicted of killing another human being often get another chance in society, and someone who, for whatever reason, brings an animal to a shelter should not have a stricter lifetime future. They are loyal, wonderful, loving Petsmart does not accept surrendered pets at their retail locations. Its a case by case thing. She kept trying to attack me. Hell NO,,, if you can just dump a beating, breathing, living being then you dont deserve another. I recognize the fact that Wendy is a very caring individual that has had to deal with some difficult choices in life. Then I feel those folks should not be allowed to adopt again. One person surrendered their dog to acct and I had been mad at him, but then we found out that he really loved her and couldnt afford the surgery that she needed. Sometimes there are cases where people cant keep their animals for financial or health reasons and they arent always able to find a spot in rescue, with a family member, or afford long-term boarding until their situation improves. I think as a pet owner we owe it to our loyal companions to treat them with love and respect and honor our commitment to them., lol, so then by that thought people who divorce shouldnt be allowed to date or remarry?Oh ,i see a sainthood for you.lol. Then that be evaluated to see if they should be able to adopt later. Back in 2008 I adopted an eight-month-old English Bulldog/Spaniel mix who came from an abusive home. There are so many variables here. I tried treats. I got her cleaned up and vetted. WE FOUND OUT VERY QUICKLY THAT WE WERE BLACK LISTED FROM EVERY RESCUING ANOTHER DOG AFTER TRYING OVER 8 TIME TO ADOPT AT DIFFERENT SITES AND HAVE BEEN DECLINED BUT THEY WONT TELL YOU WHY . There are plenty of valid circumstances for surrendering a pet. Surrendering. I sponsored her so that her adoption fee would already be paid when the right family for her came in. If the animal is healthy, it can be put up for adoption right away so a new home may be found as quickly as possible. Animal Humane Society may be able to help you keep your pet at home or there may be alternative re-homing options to consider. We have a year and half old Beagle who has stolen our hearts. My house is a mess, but the lives I know Im saving. No no no they should not ever be allowed to have any pets!! Also sometimes some shelters arent completely honest about the animals history and because they are trying to make a goal or have a contest they dont disclose all the accurate details they have. Jail time for repeat offenders. Yes, there are horrible people who dump their dogs for horrible reasons. Those that surrender their animals should be on a separate registry. People who mistreat, torture, neglect any animal, no-adopt/buy/foster. Circumstances can change at a drop of a hat. I have been the shelter shepherd for a non-profit, no-kill sanctuary for 10 years. I think that the people who are selling or adopting the pet out have a responsibility to make sure the adopter is informed,financially equipped and ready for the responsibility. He wasnt put down, he was adopted to a home with no kids and Im sure he will be great there because overall he was a good dog but just too protective of one kid over the other making it unsafe for my kids. You should not be able to get more pets. Should you just say oh because you did this now you cant have another dog through addoption!!!!!!!!!!!!! All animals are living crreatures that depend on us for the simple basics of life. I agree with the thought of sometimes there are extenuating circumstances that cause people to have to surrender their pets. Shelters need to show the same compassion to humans that they claim to show yo animals. I called everyone I knew and asked what to do. I was on a thread the other night and we were talking about exactly this. Abuse. 1.) Truth is, special or not, a majority of the dogs dumped will never again know what it means to have a family, to play with a toy, to enjoy a treat. Why not says HSUS, ASPCA and PetSmart Charities . But where does the money come for that when so many shelters are already strapped for funds? Especially since they were told the pet would probably be euthanized. In partnership with PetSmart Charities SPCA of Texas will bring adoptable pets to three North Texas PetSmart locations in support of National Adoption Week, taking place March 6 - 12, 2023. So do I deserve to never be allowed to adopt a dog again? There should be maybe more discussion between the rescue centre and the humans wishing to adopt, about how they would deal with any issues which could arise. Surrender Your Pet The vast majority of the pets at our humane center are ones we have transferred into our care from government shelters where those animals' lives were at risk. I knew when I took possession of the dog that she was not going to be my family's new pet. Just like TSA has a no fly list. no, they shouldnt be alowed to adopt again!!! I still think about those poor cats, but Im proof that people can change, and children can learn to do better than their parents. They are not disposable-should not be able to adopt again. I took the time and made the effort to find a no kill shelter and then drove two hours to surrender him to that shelter. Join our mailing list to receive the latest dog news, recall alerts, and giveaways! Sometimes bad things happen to good people and they have no choice, but to surrender a pet. No excuse, no sad story, no reason on earth!! If the animal you surrender meets our criteria, it will be placed up for adoption and there is no time limit. I am so grateful to the God and vet. the moon? To paraphrase Gandhi, the morals of a people or nation can be be measured by the way its animals are treated. Having a pet, is a commitment that requires feeding, training, walking them, taking them to the vet for regular check-ups and vaccinations, among other things. 30 days is not enough time to put them on the petfinder or in the newspaper. Just to be clear I still have my lil beagle, but had I known then what I know now, I never would have adopted a dog. There should be licensing requirements and if an abandoner tries to obtain a license, heavily fined. This content is provided 'AS IS' and is subject to change or removal at any time. If your animal is spayed/neutered, and is not current on vaccines: SPCA's minimum cost of care: $257 - $277. They also operate pet adoption centers in some locations. 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. People live on very restricted budget. But thats ME..and as of this time in my life (50s), My pets have all been with me till death. I dont care what the circumstances are. No,no and no. Tough call that must be based individually for sure. You should not be allowed to get another dog if you have surrendered yours. Hed been there before, after all. I feel that if an animal has been given a happy life even if for just a few months or years then that is a good thing. I DONT CARE IF I WERE SICK OR ON THE STREET THAT IS MY FUR BABY AND WHERE EVER I GO SHE WILL BE WITH ME!!!!! An animal be it cat or dog is not disposable at your convience, it is a lifetime commitment to that dog or cat. Some people are heartless and dont want to be bothered with the responsibility, but an overwhelming number of people do it because they dont know what else to do. They each get human interaction time and they each get animal interaction time, as well as outdoor time. Just like animal abusers, they should go on a worldwide animal abuse registry (during and after their prison time). Do you really think the shelter operated on your dog and made that pet available for adoption? However, many sweet, loving dogs that have done nothing wrong, are euthanized daily. No in her again!!! We were military and our dogs went with us overseas. They should not be allow to adopt again, dumping a baby in a kill shelter is not acceptable. Is it better that theyre so picky that dogs never get another chance simply because theres a possibility they will be returned? It was not easy. No they should not be allowed to adopt again, and yes their names should be added to a registry. I highly doubt they adopted from a shelter or rescue organization. I disagree with this. You surrender, not never have a 2nd chance for a pet. Of course, there are ways around that, such as having a friend or family member adopt the pet. You would hope someone would sort out their finances or children or other issues after five years and its just a bit harsh for people with real reasons but hardly unfair.
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