Dealing with Poodle rescue groups (or any dog rescue groups, for that matter), is not like dealing with a business, or a government agency. There will not always be someone to answer the phone when it is convenient for you. And money never talks with good Poodle rescue groups, even though they are all cash-strapped and most run with volunteers. The goal of an ethical Poodle rescue group is to make each dog in their care find a forever home ? not one that’s just going to go kick them out again.
Poodle rescues are advertised on the web, usually listed in Petfinder.com, or might be known by your local all pet animal shelter. The often take in all Poodle types and Poodle mixes, but this is not always the case. Some will specialize in Standard Poodles, for example. Be sure you know what Poodle type the rescue group focuses on. They usually have adult, larger dogs, sometimes with papers. They will not have Teacup Poodles, which are not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Expect to be grilled on your Poodle information, or lack thereof. If you show no knowledge of Poodle care or needs, then you will be politely turned down, no matter whom you protest to. There is no parent organization that oversees all animal rescue groups in America.
If you have a problem with the Poodle rescue centre you are working with, you can only get the problems solved within the Poodle rescue centre. Expect to have your background checked, asked to provide character references and maybe even be expected to submit a letter from your veterinarian.
Expect to have your home checked out (they won’t go in the medicine cabinet or the underwear drawer, don’t worry!) Expect to be given advice again and again no matter how much experience you have with dogs in your past. You don’t have the final say on if and which dog you get ? the Poodle rescue centre does.
Always get to visit the dog at the Poodle rescue centre before you sign anything or pay any full fees (with the possible exception of the initial application fee). You want to see if you get along with the dog, how healthy he or she is and what conditions he or she has been currently living in. There may be more than one visit required before adoption is finalized.
Also expect a good Poodle rescue to do surprise check ups on how you and your new best friend are getting along. And Poodle rescue volunteer workers are great for turning for help and advice on all things dog. They might not be able to get back to you right away, but they usually do within 48 hours.
And that is for no extra charge. They also get to know the personalities of all of the dogs up for adoption, so that you are assured of compatibility.
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