It's entitled and repulsive to expect the new owner to give you money to partially compensate you for the heavy expense of this or that - sorry, that's what it means to own a dog. This. It turned out to have severe health problems and barely survived its first weeks with them (it's okay now, just spend many days at the vet while they tried to save it). There is one reason people charge an adoption fee on places like craiglist, to make money and get around the rule that you are prohibited from selling animals. These aren't usually called rehoming fees, though they could be. The idea of doing home inspections is good, and some rescues do them, but the reality is that most organizations are far too strapped for resources to do that type of thing. 3.) Need to get home to someone keeps in house not outside.tigerstriped.male. But I agree - ideally, every pet that is re-homed would go to a loving home that has been screened and determined to be "right", just for him. A rehoming fee is completely normal from what I've observed. M. Siegal, Thank you for writing this article. Powered by. My bet is he won't find anyone else and will contact you. However, I believe that fees help to encourage people to think about the true costs of keeping a pet healthy and happy, and also helps to weed out people who just looking for something for free. Many are the reasons people need to surrender/sell/place/re-adopt out their animals. Terms of Service, 2022Doodle Kisses However, some rescue groups charged $395 to $600 or more. I ask questions, find out about them through talking, I find out where they work, how many other pets they have, who their vet is and so much more. Would they treat their children like that, I would say no!!!!!! And I finally found what I believe is to be a great home for them. Shelters are over crowded. I work with an animal rescue, and I do believe that a $50+ rehoming fee is important. What is a rehoming fee? I would not be comfortable just giving them away to people and not knowing if they can actually take care of them. This can be done kindly and politely, without seeming like inspector Javert, and casting a wide net to get as many candidates as possible so you can make a wise choice. For them, the fee can be off-putting. I don't know of any other vet that would be so much for animals first and money second. She is spaded, so that removes the breeding factor. Serena Zehlius from Hanover, PA on March 14, 2011: Excellent topic! I am willing to pay the fee to show that I am a responsible pet owner and will care for the pet's needs until death do us part. But, I guess there's no money in that now is there? Just stay calm, don't antagonize him. I've seen them charge over $300 for a dog. Anyone who doesn't understand the need of the fee is frankly a retard. I get that people have been awful to animals and I understand a rescue groups concerns; however being put immediately on the defensive is off-putting. I disagree somewhat.. a high adoption fee also can turn away a good home. Anyway, a reasonable rehoming fee is not only a way to recoup some of the expense of fostering the animal, but it is a way to test the sincerity of the potential adopter. They were part of our family! Sadly, If I fail to put a high enough price on a puppy or a dog ( No one here wants to deal with their own animals so I usually get suckered into finding homes for puppies, unwanted dogs and kittens ) I will have flippers calling from as far away as Chicago asking for multiple !! Apparently even under the BEST of circumstances pets may be returned. Having the new owner pay for a vet checkup and current vaccinations is another good way since you will want to make sure the animal is in good health before you introduce it to other animals and to your family. The cost to start caring for a dog is high enough with all the food, beds, collars, leashes, tick control, etc. This is to discourage people who say awww what a cute puppy and pick it up without thinking about the future. However, we don't live in a perfect world, and there are some people out there who have bad intentions when they are looking for dogs. But an adoption, I am getting an older family member but no less than $250-500. You would like to think that people who are looking to adopt a dog or cat are doing so out of the goodness of their heart. They went to the expense of going through the five week K9 Academy out here which is easily verifiable. Anyway, glad the dog in your story found a great home in the end! I don't know you, or what ulterior motives you may have. Here's the way she explained it to me: some pets are more adoptable than others. A lot of people seem to have an emotional ideological bent against selling animals, against money, against people being fairly compensated for their costs of raising an animal. Personally, I have never had to pay for a dog because there are so many that are not wanted, so eventually someone who I either know personally or one of their friends/family members need to find a home for their dog and that's that. Unless the dog was in a foster situation, they know very little about the dogs disposition, and if it hasnt been in quarantine for at least ten days, it could easily be carrying something contagious like kennel cough or several other upper respiratory infection. Money from the fee goes into helping other animals get adopted. Another never got back to me. However some agencies ask you to jump through so many hoops with the intention of *finding the best people* but in my case it really just sent me looking in other places. I'm also in financial straits--older, lost my job early in the recession, and scrambling to make ends meet via start-up self-employment. Or, they should just leave their pets with a no kill shelter or rescue agency who IS willing to take the time to find their pets a good home. To me it looks like a bunch of people just want 500 bucks every time their cat has kittens. People really need to know that getting a pet means a commitment! The fee implies that the person is "in it for the money" rather than being concerned that his pet goes to the best possible home. After a person or family express interest in adopting a particular animal, they then go through: * Complete and sign a two-page adoption application questionnaire. People will spend $2500 for a puppy from a breeder, most will not spend it for an adult dog. If the person does not fit well in your mind then you charge that price but DO NOT take away a pets potential family just because you want more money. Money doesn't solve everything though and the problem is most people would rather justify their own laziness by rationalizing it as protecting the animal with the added benefit of some extra cash in their pockets. What for? It's less likely that it will be profitable for them, so they just won't bother. Rehoming Giving up a Pet What Are Your Options. Great news on the Great Life. You can not judge a people just because they are unable to pay a rehoming fee or a very high adoption fee. Obviously charging adoption fees isn't ideal - it would be great if homeless animals could be given away freely to loving homes - but we live in an imperfect world and can only do our best. Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet.com is the safe, reliable, and free way Don't you love the responsible pet owners who own a cat for one year. It would be nice to believe that everyone is going to think things through and give the pet a proper home, but evidence shows that's not true. The peer-to-peer pet adoption service makes it easier to find someone to adopt your dog, and the site will charge the rehoming fee. 15 years old, almost completely blind, no teeth and takes meds twice a day. Yes, I think they can sometimes get too "paranoid" (for lack of a better word) but in general they are there to ensure that the pet gets a home that actually wants the animal and is capable of caring for the animal. If a person gets a pet for free, this pet may not have any tangible value. So, charging a high adoption fee, I truly believe backfires on adopting versus paying breeders. As the new pet owner, maybe I should ask for the previous owner's ID. But in most cases, the rehoming fee is also a good idea for the dog or cat being rehomed. Also they end up dumped on the street or back in a pound. When rehoming a pet to someone you dont know, it is common to charge a rehoming fee. Another friend bought a specific breed online and had it shipped to him, because he was assured that it would be hypoallergenic and he could return it if it turned out not to be. I'm doing them a favor by giving the animal a new home. The person adopting the dog pays. Again, excellent hub, voted up and shared! Hi Marietta. cmoore46 - Absolutely, there are people from all walks of life and all economic situations who take wonderful care of their pets. Thanks for chipping in. Yet another representative was not able to coherently answer my simple questions about surrendering animals. If you charge an adoption fee, it's less likely that someone will be able to turn around and sell the dog to a lab or as bait. Many people feel that it's unethical to charge an adoption fee for an animal that's homeless (or soon to be homeless). I took a look at Jake this morning as he was sleeping on his back with everything spread wide open in that adorable doodle way and I thought to myself, "Buddy, if I had seen this post two days ago you might be living somewhere else." If you can't save that small of an amount perhaps you're unable to provide for the animal. They will be happy to help come up with a way to put your mind at ease and prove to you beyond a resonable doubt that they are invested into this dog in a meaningful way for the right reasons. 50. What is a Reasonable Rehoming fee for a Golden Retriever. If they have not, your lovely pooch or kitten may have giardia, coccidia or other nasty parasites. However, the sad reality is that some people are notand charging an adoption fee helps to protect animals who need rehoming. Unfortunately it's also a reality that there are some people (again, from all walks of life and all economic situations) that will not bother to give their pets the care they need to live happy and healthy lives. More people should be made aware that selling your dog for a modest fee is a GOOD thing. The reason they are included is because most of the time the previous owner has no need for those items anymore. One suggestion I've heard is to ask the potential adopter to make a donation to a local humane society or pet rescue organization. There are a lot of websites that let people post ads for pets they're trying to rehome. If someone can afford a reasonable fee for vet testing and shots and being altered they will but they cannot if you gouge them for a big buy fee. Despite my best efforts of careful placements with friends, aquaintances, and ads, over half of those cats were torn apart by wild animals within four months. However, a breeder will charge me between $100-$500, depending on the market if selling or not. I believe that a re-homing/adoption fee up to around $300 may be necessary but I feel that the amount that this shelter wanted was over the top. Most of the posts with extremely high prices get reported or flagged for removal because everyone knows what's really going on. thanks. Plus, lets face it, many of the rehoming fees on Craigslist are just being used by owners to recoup the costs of pets they bought but decided they didnt want, or to sell pets period. I have wanted a new family for a while since our last boston terrier past away. Because we all know what a risk someone is if they have poor credit. This fee does not include the cat-licensing fee, which is $5 (spayed or neutered cat rate) for cats residing in all county unincorporated areas and several cities serviced by the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control. it didn't go well and the woman and I exchanged some unpleasant emails. Some people who are looking for dogs to adopt wonder why there are rehoming fees. I will glady pay the previous owner for the kitten to offset the cost of the bills and what not but i cant bring myself to spend 120bucks on a barn cats kitten.Its not that i dont value the kitten but i do undestand what it is actually worth.And the implication that if you dont want to pay 100+ bucks for a kitten or cant afford 100 bucks that makes you an unfit pet owner is crazy. A shelter in my neighborhood has a $49.00 adoption fee. You don't care about the animal, you care about the money. One place I got a lecture from a hostile representative. Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. Your actions cause more animals to be euthanized than is necessary. Even though I stay at home, I get disqualified for having a husband in the military or having a young child. Also wanted to say that it's wonderful that Lenny found such a great new home! that was three years ago and i have been soo happy to have done it he is the perfect pet for my family. What's the difference between selling a dog for $350 and rehoming the same dog for $350? When you consider everything the shelter does before an animal is relinquished to a rescue group at NO charge, the claim of all our animals are up-to-date with routine shots, is misleading. I have two adopted dogs (a beagle mix and a lab mix). Seriously, I saw a dog that I was interested in. I have 5 puppies that are going to need homes in a few weeks and yes i will charge a fee for people to take them home. I know you think what you're doing is productive and helpful for the animals, but it's not. The 14-year-old came from a shelter and the fee was $35. His moto is that he is there for the pet and the money will come. http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/for/4213474877.html. Use common sense, that's what's important. They've cost me over $5,000 in vet visits. In a perfect world, this would be the case. All cats deserve the protection a license tag provides. Anyway, the dog found a great home. And in both cases these so called *animal people* asked me if our quarter horse STALLION was fixed. If no one adopts his pet, he will have to surrender it to a shelter and the animal may be killed. This network uses cookies. Great article, you raised a lot of really important points. For families that are in an unfortunate situation, meeting with an animal's prospective new owners helps to ease their minds that their pets are going to a good homebut they'll probably still worry. Remember, the pet owner doesn't know the potential new familyand a new family's willingness to pay an adoption fee helps to demonstrate that they're financially able and willing to provide proper care for the pet. Many pets GRANTED have undergone medical care but the adoptor will also continue to take on those expenses. This way you will know where your pet is going and be comfortabe with their new home and have a say. Can you tell me if this type of dog is used for nefarious purposes? Food for thought: Shelters don't charge rehoming fees, they look at three things when looking for a "suitable home", Rent/own home (Contact landlord if renter/ delinquent payments), Are Currently owned animals up to date on rabies shots. The family that did not charge me a fee just wanted to get rid of the dog as quickly as possible, and quite obviously did not care about her wellbeing (to provide some contrast, the family that charged me the adoption fee sent loads of toys and supplies with their puppy, and were very visibly upset to see her gowhile the family that didn't charge me a fee did not even own a leash for their dog.) Are you adopting a pet with genetic issues that are not a problem YET? "Unfortunately, a free pet is often considered a disposable pet.". People inform themselves and are careful about acquiring a spouse or a family; and in this day and age, they can do the same before bringing a pet into their lives. In addition, rescue groups are dodgy about whether theyve had fecal exams and heartworm test done. Then the landlord finds out and they have to get rid of the pet. It's also no secret that dog fighting rings still exist today, and use animals as "bait" to train their fighting dogs. Someone who will spend the time can be a much better prospect than someone who just spends the money. It sounds like the person is trying to make a profit off their pet. (He's not so anxious around people who aren't anxious.) All of the shelters were full, most had some sort of waiting lists for taking in animals, and yes, the volunteer who told me it would be better to euthanize my cats because old, unmarketable animals would be put on their burn list. THE GUY HAD/HAS TONS OF MONEY! Some unscrupulous people train their dogs to fight each other. Having a pet is a very big financial responsibility. Still dealing with theitchies Now I have to move onto training or Jake will be looking for a new home. I refuse to adopt from Boston Terrier Rescue, they charge no less than $350. I am a strong believer that high adoption fees cause a majority of folks NOT to adopt a pet, but rather buy from a breeder. He ELECTROCUTED DOGS that didn't perform in his dog fights. If I get one whiff of flakiness, weird behavior, or other issues, then it's no deal. This article is biased towards putting the entire onus on the potential new owner. Sorry, the second part of my post was a reply to @Sailin Cat, not @tonyhubb. Here's an example: It's no secret that labs experiment on animals. My dog Duke was used as bait for dog fights. A small 25-50 dollar donation is not a bad idea but most people on craigslist won't do it because what they want is money for their animal. You aren't doing it a favor by keeping their junk intact, and you can save the life of another. * At least two follow up contacts (by phone, email, or in person) to verify adoption is going well. It may enhance adoption rates, when the people that would otherwise get a "free to a good home" cat adopt a shelter cat instead. You should be encouraging people to do interviews, home visits, and make pet contracts allowing a follow up visit(s), return of the pet if it is incompatible, and serious fines if the pet is abused. I called and left a message. Rehoming fees are actually beneficial to the animal's well-being. Sometimes, they are looking for free dogs they can sell to labs. That is outrageous!! 250 to make sure they go to a good home?? I rescued feral kittens from my back yard, went through all the trouble of capturing them, housing them separate from my other cats, potty training them, socializing them, and bringing both of them to the vet for deworming, shots, testing for diseases etc. The rehoming fees aren't there to line the pockets of pet owners; they're there to help keep the pets safe. An adoption fee is only one way to help drive home the point that having pets cost money, and to help 'screen' a potential family as to whether or not they would be willing to invest in a pet. @Allan - While I agree with what you say about CL, the rest of your statement is silly. Again, you do. Asking to be paid would feel icky and wrong; besides, why would I want them to pay me $300 or whatever, when that money could be best spent on my doggie? Too many animals are turned into shelters and rescues because they became too much trouble, an inconvenience, they grew up and weren't as cute anymore, or someone in the family didn't want the pet to begin with. I want to know that they will be taken care of and that i didn't just give them away to someone who doesn't know what they are getting into. I've submitted just general adoption applications online, before speaking to anyone or even seeing a single pet and have been denied superficially. period. Everyone has a kind of sense that gives little signs to tell you who is good and who is bad. Hi Ladies -- thank you for your responses. If I rescue a cat, dog, or any other critter. I'm surprised that no one has been sued yet because of this. It is a devastating experience to have to give up a pet. They want to love and care for the pet and give it a good life. Important information for people out there that need to re-home their pets. "Free to a good home" ads encourage casual pet owners who don't take it seriously. I jump on the phone, and despite my ten acres of shaded land, dude wanted to 'ensure he went to a good home' by charging a 'rehoming' fee of $600! Is a rehoming fee normal and I've just been that guy to miss it, or is this a case of preowned vs. used? * Optional pre-adoption in home evaluation visit. I would never part with my pup because she's family, but hypothetically, if I couldn't keep her anymore, I wouldn't DREAM of charging a penny for her. My female became pregnant just before i had my male nuetered, so it is my responsibility to make sure that her babies find good homes. If it is such a financial burden, find something else to do. There's no way I can be considered to offer anything other than a responsible, loving home for a dog. As cute as a puppy is, it will be a lot of work as it gets older and many people do not consider that. Actually, it's really a great article and I love the comments. For example, lots of people want cute little puppies or kittens without knowing how much work is actually involved. * A follow up interview to discuss questionnaire responses. You see how ridiculous all of this is? "That's not an adoption fee, you're selling your pet!". Heres why. Just because someone hands you money for an animal doesn't mean it will be taken care of or live a long happy life. Then they claim a $100.00 rehoming fee will ensure the cat is going to a nice, loving home. Get a heart. Youll know that they will be more willing to put in the time and effort to care for your pet and that they will be less likely to neglect the pet or surrender it to a shelter. I don't agree with rehoming fees at all. Clearly $600 is someone looking for a pretty penny, but rehoming fees are important in keeping animals safe!! Any breeder that won't show you around and can't answer your questions about how many litters they let their animals have, etc. They know that rescues need to cover operating expenses, pet care, medical bills, and so forth. People should ask themselves why these "concerned" pet owners demand an adoption fee when they aren't responsible enough to keep their pets. Thank you! All you have to do to make sure your animal isn't going to a lab or such is require people to show ID, and give you there address. The reason this lady put up a fight was because she volunteered when the dog was brought in and adopted the first time. And of course, the goal is to try to make sure pets have loving and permanent homes! Basically like buying a gift card to the vet. My wife and I fostered pit bulls for a few years, the rescue group we were with would charge around $75, pretty much just to weed out impulse adopters who would only have a passing interest. It's our local boarding school for dogs. So, rehoming fee is pretty normal, but when it gets to be hundreds of dollars, it's probably a BYB. JD totally agree with you. I studied breed after breed from site after site and took quiz after quiz to see which breed would fit my family the best. I have never heard such hogwash in my life. Thanks for writing this. He went to the vet the week before he came to me, got all his updates, prescriptions, and a clean bill of health. We adopted a German Shepherd on sunday from a lady who couldn't keep her anymore. I love the discussions and I am all for the pet adoption fees. A re-homing fee of $600 is obviously a sale. Copyright 1999 - 2022. It's not like your doing it to help out it's because you want one. Is there anyone in the Seattle area looking for a stunning Golden? They run specials for low income all the time. I'm glad to hear that the dog has a home, I hope that the new owners are committed to keeping him for life and he doesn't end up being passed from home to home. Great lens, I really appreciate this article. They've had the pet and decided, for what ever reason, they can no longer maintain it. Karen, you should self-publish a book. I really like the idea of a donation to a shelter vs a fee. There is NO reason the new owner should compensate you for expenses you had during your companionship with the animal. As for leaving pets with rescues or shelters - that is not always an option, as rescues and shelters are perpetually full. Thanks! All the money you invest in an animal is on you because you chose to adopt it, full stop. I know there is a few people out there that don't want strangers to visit their home, or showing their ID's, but you can get it done in proper manner way, such as set up a date & time that you will have more people in your house for a home visit, like your brothers, sisters, friends, neighbors, etc.. And if the owners want to see ID's or some types of document, you should have the right to see their too. Receiving money is neither an effective nor logical part of this process - my SOLE interest would be in finding my darling girl a marvelous home. @Selma High adoption fees are definitely a deterrent for many people. Why not require documented donation is Animal charity? People expect to pay an adoption fee at an animal shelter or rescue organization. It's also no secret that dogfighting rings still exist today and use animals as "bait" to train their fighting dogs. When you use Rehome, you'll create a profile for your dog that can include a bio, photos, and videos. I do understand why some people opposed a high rehoming fee, and after all, you let go of something that you're attached. We finally met because they needed me to sign his akc paper so she could show him in agilitiy. I agree that there are nuts out there, but I think there are more good families then bad that love their pets.We have always purchased them as puppys and from good families. That 20% is only when he doesn't stop to think about it. Another required reams of detailed personal information from me. Owning a pet is a very big responsibility and it is not to be taken lightly. This content is accurate and true to the best of the authors knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional. After all, if someone needs to give up their dog, shouldn't they just be happy that someone wants to adopt? Maybe before you hand them over you may want to see if they could watch the dog or babysit for a few hours or for the night meanwhile you might just happen to be sitting at the coffee shop across the street in the window having a frap and observing for any red flags. Few things enrage me more than misguided, greedy humans asking for a "re-homing fee" for the 5 year old dog they've raised but can't keep anymore because (fill in the blank: they want kids, are moving, got sick, etc). PM me with anymore questions! Bottom line is that the adoption went through a third party. The batchers who sell to the labs don't care what kind of dog it is, they just need cheap dogs. You'd rather see your pet die than give it away free?". I got my cat for free and i still love and care for her. Some people can't be bothered, some only have limited amounts of time to screen a potential adopter, some people are inexperienced with what to look for, etc. Don't charge me because you kept your pets shots utd. Are you adopting a puppy mill dog? The only way to really be sure that your dog is going to a good home is to do the leg work and doing some research on this person talking to people they know, neighbours, meeting with them a few times and asking questions to really get a glimpse of what kind of person they are. But by taking the time to find out who I was and what his new home would be like, Lenny's dog-parents found a really good home for him, with more assurances about his new home than simply an adoption fee could have provided. Hi Whitney05, thanks for the comment. Make a contract that allows you to monetary recourse in the event the animal suddenly disappears. Same with the pitbull rings and the kinds of sick people who take "free" dogs to torture and kill. I think the money used for adoption fees could be put to better use such as food and future vet bills. That is, animals returned within a year. Press J to jump to the feed. 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