Originally Posted by cjomomma
unfortunately if they are not adopted they will be put down. As it is right now a dumped pet is dying a slow death by starvation and that is not right either. Atleast if they were put in a shelter they would have a better chance of survival and maybe get a new home. It makes me sick to think of an animal starving to death.
It really depends on the rescue. Mine is considered a sanctuary, because if they are not adopted, they live with me until they pass away. Most shelters just cannot keep up, and must euthanize. There are several no-kill rescues in our area who get all of their dogs from the pound, before they can be euthanized.
It's incredibly expensive to rescue on a large scale. Even with the adoption fees and fundraisers, Jim and I spent about 3500. out of pocket last year, between surgeries, the regular vet bills, travel, food, heartworm meds, etc.
Many people think we just get free dogs and charge to adopt them out, without thinking about the cost behind that. If any of you can help out a rescue near you, I urge you to do so. We, like many others, are always always always in need of foster homes to care for our babies and teach them to be pets while they wait for their forever homes.