Many people are reluctant to adopt a dog from a shelter, because
they think there's something wrong with the pet. However, there are many
reasons why dogs become homeless that have nothing to do with the animal itself.
For example, their owners may have moved, died, lost their job, got divorced,
or not had the time or ability to properly care for their pet. Many people also
end up with unplanned litters and simply cannot take care of all these pets.
Major Life Changes
Everyone goes through several major life changes. Some of
them may necessitate letting go of a pet. For example, if a dog owner gets
married to someone who is allergic to dogs, it could mean having to get rid of
the pet. That’s not an easy decision to make, but there’s often nothing else
that can be done.
A move or change in financial situation can also lead a pet
owner to find a new home for their dog. For example, many families were deeply
affected by the financial crisis in 2010. As a result, many had to downsize
their homes. If you’re moving from a big home with a yard to a small apartment
where big dogs are not allowed, you would be forced to give up your pet.
Of course, economic reasons could force someone to give up a
pet even if they don’t have to move. If they’re unable to pay for medical care
for their pet or purchase pet food due to a layoff or downsizing, the humane
thing would be to find a new home for your dog. Financial hardship can happen
to anyone outside of an economic crisis, as there are many reasons that could
lead up to that, including divorce, medical bills, or a job loss.
Limited Time
People have pets because they want to spend time with them.
A dog is a great companion, but you must have time to feed them, pet them, and
take them for a walk. It’s quite possible for someone to have new time
restrictions that don’t allow them to take care of their pet any longer. Maybe
they’ve had an addition to their human family, such as a new baby or caring for
an aging parent. They could have been promoted at work and are now required to
put in more hours. Some people also have to get a second job to make ends meet,
which leaves less time for family and pets.
It’s okay if you don’t have time to play with your pet every
day as long as it’s temporary. However, if you anticipate not being able to
hang out with your dog for the foreseeable future, finding a new home could be
a better option. Generally, having a baby doesn’t exclude you from having pets,
although the dog may feel neglected in the beginning. Eventually, you’ll get
into a routine and take the dog for a walk while pushing the stroller.
Inability to Care for Your Pet
It’s not always time or money that’s lacking. In some cases,
the owner is no longer physically capable of caring for their pet. While this
may be more likely to happen with an aging dog owner, it’s a possibility at any
time. Whether the owner was injured in an accident, has a disease, or is
slowing down with age, it may be necessary to find someone else to help with
the duties of caring for the pet.
It’s important to understand that the companionship of a pet
is incredibly valuable to any individual, even if they’re no longer able to
care for it. If it’s possible to get help from family, friends, and neighbors
in caring for the pet, it may be worth a try. An aging individual may feel
lonely without their dog, especially if they’ve had the pet for many years. But
if the owner has to move to a new home, such as a nursing home, the dog may
also need a new home.
A Second Chance for the Dog
As you can see, in many cases it’s not the dog’s fault for
needing a new home. Rather, it’s the circumstances of the owner that lead them
to find a new home for the dog. It’s also possible that the dog you’re trying
to adopt was part of an unplanned litter. In any case, it’s a good idea to
check with your shelter when you’re looking for a loyal four-legged companion,
because all of them are waiting for their second chance at happiness.
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