Frisky and Fraidy's original owner raised them from kittenhood.. and then decided they wanted to travel and abandoned their middle aged pets. We found a wonderful home for them together.
People often come in and ask "What are your requirements for adopters?"
And the truth is, for the most part it doesn't matter if you have a nice big fenced yard or if you live in an apartment, if you are a single person or the Brady Bunch, a first time pet owner or looking to add to your pack... every pet has different needs, but we do have two requirements for all adopters.
First of all, you need to have patience. You are not bringing home a ready made Lassie- these pets are every bit as flawed as, well, you and me! You are taking home a living being with feelings who may have had a tough past. They may not have lived in a home before. They may be unfamilar with the sound of the vacuum cleaners or the concept of stairs. They need time to adjust to a new home- it can be scary. Fido may need some help with housebreaking, kitty won't know the difference between his scratching post and your couch until you teach him, and if you bring home a baby animal they will need to be taught absolutely everything.
Second, you have to be willing to make a commitment to your new pet. When you bring home a pet, you are making a vow.. for better or worse, through sickness and health.. that little life depends on you! They'll hold up their end of the bargain, it is up to you to hold up yours!
Tillie's first adopter returned her after one day.. because she barked. Tillie is hoping for a home that realizes she is a hound dog.
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