Ali said:
@Wylie
In Australia, it’s tough even if you don’t want a small fluffy breed. My sister faced many rejections despite having a nice home. It seems like they have stricter rules for younger applicants.
Has she considered adopting a greyhound? They are often available in rescue groups, and their requirements are usually more reasonable.
@Wylie
Not directly related, but do you think there’s a lot of gender preference when adopting dogs? I find it strange that people have such strict rules about what gender they want.
Benn said:
@Wylie
Not directly related, but do you think there’s a lot of gender preference when adopting dogs? I find it strange that people have such strict rules about what gender they want.
Everyone seems to want female dogs, and placing male dogs can be tough!
@Finnian
That’s probably because male dogs tend to mark even after being neutered, and people don’t want to deal with that.
KELLY said:
@Finnian
That’s probably because male dogs tend to mark even after being neutered, and people don’t want to deal with that.
Ironically, issues with potty training often relate more to size than gender in altered dogs. Many small dogs have more accidents, while larger dogs are typically easier to train.
@Sawyer
I had a male dog who just wouldn’t stop marking no matter what we did. It can be frustrating for owners.
KELLY said:
@Sawyer
I had a male dog who just wouldn’t stop marking no matter what we did. It can be frustrating for owners.
Surveys show small dogs have more potty issues, but I try to steer adopters toward the variety of male dogs available.
@Sawyer
That’s interesting! I’ve never had issues with potty training for either gender, but I guess everyone has different experiences.
Benn said:
@Sawyer
That’s interesting! I’ve never had issues with potty training for either gender, but I guess everyone has different experiences.
In surveys, small dogs are less reliable in potty training, but they often do better with structured training.
KELLY said:
@Finnian
That’s probably because male dogs tend to mark even after being neutered, and people don’t want to deal with that.
Potty training is just that; they all have to go at some point.
@Finnian
I’m surprised to hear that! I’ve never had a preference either way. I currently have one of each.
Benn said:
@Finnian
I’m surprised to hear that! I’ve never had a preference either way. I currently have one of each.
I have one female and three males. My female goes to work with me, but I don’t have a strong preference.
Benn said:
@Finnian
I’m surprised to hear that! I’ve never had a preference either way. I currently have one of each.
It seems like there are more male dogs available, probably because they mark more often.
Benn said:
@Wylie
Not directly related, but do you think there’s a lot of gender preference when adopting dogs? I find it strange that people have such strict rules about what gender they want.
In my city, there’s only one store left that sells puppies. People complain it’s a puppy mill, but they seem to have decent standards.
@Hale
I believe dogs add a lot to people’s lives. I don’t judge how people get dogs as long as they treat them well. But I think people need to understand the pros and cons of each source.
Sawyer said:
@Hale
I believe dogs add a lot to people’s lives. I don’t judge how people get dogs as long as they treat them well. But I think people need to understand the pros and cons of each source.
I think adopting a cat is usually better if you have the option. There are so many cats needing homes!
@Afton
The economics often favor cat adopters, too. A kitten can cost way more than adoption fees when you handle all the vet work yourself.
Benn said:
@Wylie
Not directly related, but do you think there’s a lot of gender preference when adopting dogs? I find it strange that people have such strict rules about what gender they want.
It’s not just about money, right? If a dog is highly sought after, they should go to the best fit, not just the first person who pays.
@Rowan
Defining the best candidate is tricky. I get many applications for popular dogs, and it often leads to gatekeeping in the process.
Sawyer said:
@Rowan
Defining the best candidate is tricky. I get many applications for popular dogs, and it often leads to gatekeeping in the process.
I never thought about race being a factor, but it makes sense. People should focus on who can provide the best home for the dog, regardless of background.