Sheltie Rescue Help

I looked all over that website, and I can't find where they are located at in Arkansas. One rescue site I went to said they were in Arkansas, but then it listed Tenn. as well! I guess when it gets closer to time then I'll just email them and ask them. :yes:

I really want a female tri, but I'm not sure other people in my household would like that idea. :uhoh: They're sheltie color snobs. Sable is the only color they like, but I like them all. :( Thanks for the help though! I'm going to bookmark that site for later. :biggrin2:
 
I was always a sable snob too until I got Fergus (tri-color) 2 yrs ago. Now I love his color. When I adopted Baxter (sable) two weeks ago I never even considered his color. I adopted him because he was good with other dogs and had come from a home where there was a child. I have a two year old grandaughter and nephew and wanted a dog that at least had some experience dealing with kids and he's great with them.
 
The sheltie rescue I got Buddy from does require a fenced yard but I told them I take my dogs out each time and they are never allowed to wander. She said Buddy was not a flight risk and after checking my references approved me for adoption. I then was allowed to visit and fell in love with him....(why lie, I already was in love looking at his picture....lol). At the visit He came right to me and I said Ill take him. He does have alot of health issues but, I can deal with them. Actually, I have him doing as well as my sheltie that is in perfect health. I just have to stay on schedule and diet and he is great. Buddy has never even tried to leave the yard . Sweetie on the other hand, left when my son turned his back for 2 minutes. Just be up front and Talk to the rescue they will bend some of the rules If they can see you do have the best interest in the dog. They will also help you find one that fits with your household!
 
Another option is to look at your local humane society or animal control. Also go to petfinder (you can type in your zip and the type of breed you want). I volunteer at my local humane society, and while we do get a lot of mutts, we also get quite a few pure bred dogs as well (usually no shelties though). So, keep that option open. Humane societies & animal control usually aren't as strict either (our Humane Society will do home visits, but that's after the adoption, and we have taken animals away from their owners if we don't agree with the situation), because they get so many animals.
 
I really wanted to go the rescue route. I always said that Pierre was our exception because got my DH out of his funk of not liking dogs. After that, I wanted to go rescue.

So I looked in to it. Most of the rescues here require fenced yards. It is Florida, though, so I'm not exactly sure why - you can't leave your dog in the yard for any length of time without being irresponsible. And I know that many people aren't, but I'm very active with my dogs (then, dog). We go out of the house all of the time - there are trails behind my house where they walk with me. A yard is an excuse not to exercise them yourself (many people prove this false, but I know others who think yard time is all they need).

After calling a few, I got very rude women who pretty much told me I wouldn't be taken seriously. (The one Judy [SunChaser - part of a brilliant group of caring people] works with was next on my list, but I didn't call because I had gotten three snubs. I was distraught and I'm not that great on the phone as it is. It is a shame, since her group is reasonable in that regard, apparently.)

So I went back to my breeder because I know she had Shelties (little knowing she had an adorable litter we couldn't refuse). If I could do it differently, I may have, but I love Duncan so much I wouldn't trade him for anything.

Good luck in your search. Don't let color be a factor. Listen to your gut and go with what feels right. And see if Smudge can meet him/her beforehand!!

For names: Blur or Mark? Would be really cute and not too matchy with Smudge.
 
my beef with the home inspection

The "home visit" is exactly what has deterred me from going to a rescue group.

I am a pretty private person when it comes to my home & strangers.

Luckily, neither the humane society where I got my JRT x Dachshund nor the amazing, reputable breeder where I got my sheltie required a home inspection.

I totally agree that a lack of a backyard should not be a reason not to place most dogs. I don't let my dogs in my backyard often, and then only with me outside to supervise (coyotes). I think my lack of a safe yard forces me to be a better dog owner, taking them for 3 + walks a day. They get their share of running around in my parent's suburban yard and at the dog park too.

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