10/29/2026
Good morning,
Yesterday I worked on some applications again. One particular application was especially time-consuming. It was very hard for the applicant to understand how our adoption process worked. I went over with her numerous times but she really wanted to be able to meet the dog without committing to adopting.
We do adoption events for specifically that reason, but the next adoption event is over two weeks away. She was concerned the dog would get adopted before that. Plus, understandably, the dog wouldn’t act the way that it does in the foster home at an event because it’s a totally different environment.
As a general rule, we don’t want strangers going in and out of our foster homes. That only makes sense but makes things that much more challenging. Plus, having them meet the animal just to meet them in a public place would take the coordination and time of numerous volunteers. I always worry about over taxing priceless foster volunteers.
Anyway, it’s complicated to explain in this morning post but inevitably, after my suggestion numerous times and going through the entire process of screening and approving her application she decided to wait until the adoption event to meet the dog, if the dog still available.
There is no perfect way to meet an animal and know for sure just by meeting them that they are going to be the right fit for your home. People instead should rely on the information that they receive from the foster family and whomever is screening the application. They also need to trust the organization and their opinion because they know the animal best. I know that can seem strange, but it’s how it’s always worked best.
This morning, I am having a video chat with the family that wants to adopt Charlie the puppy. Assuming all goes well they will be approved to adopt. We are arranging the adoption for Lilly for this weekend.
Now we need to get more cats adopted. Way more cats adopted. Speaking of cats, Roxy jumped up on the arm of my chair, which is huge. If she ever does get into my lap, that will be a day to celebrate.
Ohhhhh!!! One leg touching my leg!!! Oh Roxy! You are a funny one!😂
Love,
Sandy
