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hlthe2b

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17. I've not dealt with shelters that required that--except when it was a very large, active dog accustomed

Thu Jul 17, 2025, 07:44 PM

Jul 17

to that from its previous owner and deemed unlikely to adapt. Shelters that are that rigid would not last long in Colorado--at least not where I have lived. They do screen future owners carefully, but it would be rare to deny someone who intends to (and is capable of) providing the exercise and care compatible with the animal in question. Given CO shelters are extremely active in bringing in animals from throughout the US from overwhelmed shelters and after disasters, there are many animals to rehome.

That said, we do have an extremely active population--so whether it is adequate distance leash-walking, daily visits to appropriate dog parks, or hiking/winter sports, this is not typically an issue. And our elderly population quite often has appropriate resources to ensure the pets are receiving the exercise and care that they need.

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Does anyone know why it's hard to adopt dogs from sites like Petfinder? [View all] Wicked Blue Jul 17 OP

I think this underscores the value of supporting your local shelter--even if that 'cute' little dog/cat is not hlthe2b Jul 17 #1

Strongly agree! SheltieLover Jul 17 #11

The same problem occurs with local shelters. pnwmom Jul 17 #16

I've not dealt with shelters that required that--except when it was a very large, active dog accustomed hlthe2b Jul 17 #17

i suggest the local animal shelter. ret5hd Jul 17 #2

Thanks, I have checked available dogs at shelters all over NJ Wicked Blue Jul 17 #5

Try Second Chance Rescue The Wizard Jul 17 #13

Volunteers: sometimes overworked/under staffed and not all the paper work gets handled. Attilatheblond Jul 17 #3

I was looking for a specific breed Keepthesoulalive Jul 17 #4

Good to know Wicked Blue Jul 17 #6

Once I found the breed rescue Keepthesoulalive Jul 17 #8

I guess we will have to keep looking Wicked Blue Jul 17 #9

Those are people you don't need to deal with Keepthesoulalive Jul 17 #12

I have had such good luck always meeting my dogs in person before adopting them, and avoided Mike 03 Jul 17 #7

Thank you Wicked Blue Jul 17 #10

So glad you are ready to open your hearts & home to a new pupper! SheltieLover Jul 17 #14

Best advice I've seen all day. Thank you SheltieLover. JMCKUSICK Jul 17 #15

Wow do I ever hear you Wicked Blue! CountAllVotes Friday #18

Good luck with your search Wicked Blue Friday #19

I wish I had an answer for that CountAllVotes Friday #21

I have found that a lot of pet rescue groups in my area don't have their own websites; they link to Petfinder. MIButterfly Friday #20