One Love Pet Adoptions - Riverside Veterinary Hospital (2024)

FAQs

How do you pass a pet adoption interview? ›

Ask a Lot of Questions

The rescue wants to know that you're committed to providing a forever home. Put together a list of questions you have about the animal. You'll want to ask about any behavioral or health issues that will need to be addressed and be prepared to explain how you'll handle them.

One in Four Pet Owners Are Vet Regulars

Our survey found that roughly 83% of pet owners had taken their dog or cat to the vet in the last year, with nearly 25% reporting an emergency vet visit within that time. Only 2% of respondents said they've never taken their pet to the vet.

When a dog or cat is adopted from the shelter, he/she is most likely current on vaccines, has been spayed or neutered and has been micropchipped. The shelters work hard to make adopting a pet as easy as possible. However, it is still very important to follow up with your veterinarian soon after adoption.

Be honest in your answers and don't lie about anything that you're asked. It's tempting to write down what you think the rescue wants to hear, but this could lead to you matching with a cat or dog who won't fit well in your home environment.

Why do you want to adopt? What do you think your parenting style will be like? How well do you understand the adoption process? What do you know about some of the unique challenges adopted children can face?

You save a life.

They have been lost, given up or abandoned. They are all unwanted and helpless. You are giving them a new life in a loving home.

I have experienced no problems as a result of Buster living in the property. Buster is a friendly dog who does not bark or cause a nuisance to the neighbours. Whenever I have visited the property, he has been very well behaved. I have seen no evidence of Buster having caused damage to the property or furnishings.

Leave him out in your yard unattended – This one might sound silly, but I really cannot emphasize it enough – Do Not Leave Your New Dog Unattended In Your Backyard. The riskiest time for a new dog to become lost is in those first few days and weeks in a new home.

What is the hardest part of adopting a rescue dog? ›

Adopting a rescue dog can come with challenges, but with patience and understanding, they can be overcome. Common challenges include behavioral issues, such as barking, chewing, and digging, and health problems, such as anxiety and fear.

Rescue groups are picky — and for a good reason. This helps ensure a good match from the start, making it easier for you and your new dog to adjust. In some cases, the rescue you're adopting may have been previously rehomed due to a traumatic or stressful situation.

Include how you know the person you are writing the reference letter for and how long you have known them. If you have witnessed the individual or couple's involvement with children, either your children or others, tell how they interact and what qualities they have that would make them good parents.

Explain which animal you'd be and which of their traits you find to be most appealing . After explaining these traits, state how they relate to you and how you have shown or used them in previous jobs.

“I have a dog because I love animals and going for long walks." “When my husband occasionally has to leave for work before dawn, it makes me feel safer to have dogs for protection - in addition to the unconditional love they give!” “I wanted both an incentive and a partner to hike in the Santa Monica Mountains.