How do pet adoption fees ensure the animal gets to a good home?
Q. I want to sell my parakeets and have noticed that other people who are selling parakeets ask for adoption fees of up to 60 $ Why? How can adoption fees ensure my bird will get to a good home?
Asked by John Bender - Wed Apr 23 21:30:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Having an adoption fee or selling a bird or any pet doesn't ensure they are going to be taken care of it only shows maybe an intention of wanting something that they would be willing to pay for. There have been lots of pets adopted from shelters, and other places only to have been abused, neglected, even killed by the adopter, purchaser, etc. You can start by asking the person interested in your keets what their knowledge of owning a parakeet is like what kind of food, houseing, daily care, treats, the bird should have. Taking the bird to them so you can see the home, making a list of the things that parakeets need and require for good health and care and comfort and making sure to give it to the person you choose, ask them who their… [cont.]
Answered by Big Rigger - Thu Apr 24 01:59:03 2008
Q. I want to sell my parakeets and have noticed that other people who are selling parakeets ask for adoption fees of up to 60 $ Why? How can adoption fees ensure my bird will get to a good home?
Asked by John Bender - Wed Apr 23 21:30:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Having an adoption fee or selling a bird or any pet doesn't ensure they are going to be taken care of it only shows maybe an intention of wanting something that they would be willing to pay for. There have been lots of pets adopted from shelters, and other places only to have been abused, neglected, even killed by the adopter, purchaser, etc. You can start by asking the person interested in your keets what their knowledge of owning a parakeet is like what kind of food, houseing, daily care, treats, the bird should have. Taking the bird to them so you can see the home, making a list of the things that parakeets need and require for good health and care and comfort and making sure to give it to the person you choose, ask them who their… [cont.]
Answered by Big Rigger - Thu Apr 24 01:59:03 2008
When you speak of ADOPTION REFORM what exactly are you referring to?
Q. There are often questions on here, like right now, that address "Adoption Reform". When that question is raised usually everyone is all in favor. I have found that it often means different things to different people, much like adoption itself is not one thing, but various processes, legal and otherwise, that all tend to get lumped together under the single heading of ADOPTION. While there are things about adoption I am in complete agreement need reform, I would be interested in knowing what adoption reform means to different people.
Asked by SLY - Wed Jan 21 13:46:16 2009 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I find the entire concept of North American adoption /childwelfare industry to be fundamentally flawed. It was based in the utopian society movements of the 19th century, and the Progressive era, when 'forward thinkers' were trying to find ways to improve society. The family is the basic unit for replenishing society. Shape the family, and shape society. Adoption has re-defined how many people think of families, with government "help." Adoption of children was based on the idea that environment shaped and molded the child, who was a blank slate at birth. The falsified birth certificate and the laws reflected the "as if born to" concept of this flawed concept. Subsequent 'reform" attempts have done little to improve this situation.… [cont.]
Answered by kitta - Wed Jan 21 16:33:12 2009
Q. There are often questions on here, like right now, that address "Adoption Reform". When that question is raised usually everyone is all in favor. I have found that it often means different things to different people, much like adoption itself is not one thing, but various processes, legal and otherwise, that all tend to get lumped together under the single heading of ADOPTION. While there are things about adoption I am in complete agreement need reform, I would be interested in knowing what adoption reform means to different people.
Asked by SLY - Wed Jan 21 13:46:16 2009 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I find the entire concept of North American adoption /childwelfare industry to be fundamentally flawed. It was based in the utopian society movements of the 19th century, and the Progressive era, when 'forward thinkers' were trying to find ways to improve society. The family is the basic unit for replenishing society. Shape the family, and shape society. Adoption has re-defined how many people think of families, with government "help." Adoption of children was based on the idea that environment shaped and molded the child, who was a blank slate at birth. The falsified birth certificate and the laws reflected the "as if born to" concept of this flawed concept. Subsequent 'reform" attempts have done little to improve this situation.… [cont.]
Answered by kitta - Wed Jan 21 16:33:12 2009
How does the federal adoption tax credit work with international adoption?
Q. I know that we would need to spend the 11,000 or so in adoption expenses in order to get that matched in credit, but how does the tax credit actually work? If we fill out our taxes and we are getting a refund of say $500, do we get the credit on top of that or do we have to owe money in order to receive any of the credit?
Asked by taking a trip - Thu Apr 12 21:51:20 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. For international adoption, you can only take the adoption credit if the adoption was finalized in 2006. The adoption credit is a non-refundable credit. This means the credit can reduce your tax liability down to $0. But if a tax payer don't owe any taxes, the adoption credit will not give the tax payer more money back. So if you are getting $500 refund because you overpay taxes, then you will get more money with adoption credit. If you are getting $500 because you are claiming Earned Income Credit, then adoption credit may not add to the amount of your refund. See instruction for form 8839 Best wishes.
Answered by JQT - Fri Apr 13 06:04:50 2007
Q. I know that we would need to spend the 11,000 or so in adoption expenses in order to get that matched in credit, but how does the tax credit actually work? If we fill out our taxes and we are getting a refund of say $500, do we get the credit on top of that or do we have to owe money in order to receive any of the credit?
Asked by taking a trip - Thu Apr 12 21:51:20 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. For international adoption, you can only take the adoption credit if the adoption was finalized in 2006. The adoption credit is a non-refundable credit. This means the credit can reduce your tax liability down to $0. But if a tax payer don't owe any taxes, the adoption credit will not give the tax payer more money back. So if you are getting $500 refund because you overpay taxes, then you will get more money with adoption credit. If you are getting $500 because you are claiming Earned Income Credit, then adoption credit may not add to the amount of your refund. See instruction for form 8839 Best wishes.
Answered by JQT - Fri Apr 13 06:04:50 2007
What wildlife adoption program is the best one to donate to?
Q. I'd like to become involved in wildlife adoption and would like to give some as gifts. There are so many out there. Does anyone know which one is best? Which one gives more to conservation? I'd like to know that my money is going to help wildlife directly.
Asked by lanfearforsaken - Fri Nov 7 01:06:26 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. The biggest organization with regards to helping the wildlife is the World Wildlife Fund, backed by the united nations. It aims to conserve and preserve our ecology and above all, protect the endangered species. The focus of the organization is varies in areas since each areas has different needs. For example, in China they help Panda, in the Philippines, they help the biggest eagles in the world, the philippine eagle, in the Arctic they help the polar bears and many others. Choosing the organization can be of wide range, and it depends on your disposition of what organization to help. But then, giving money is just half the fun, try to help and reach our yourself in order for you to feel and see that you have really contributed to the… [cont.]
Answered by maeNic 47 - Fri Nov 7 03:44:51 2008
Q. I'd like to become involved in wildlife adoption and would like to give some as gifts. There are so many out there. Does anyone know which one is best? Which one gives more to conservation? I'd like to know that my money is going to help wildlife directly.
Asked by lanfearforsaken - Fri Nov 7 01:06:26 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. The biggest organization with regards to helping the wildlife is the World Wildlife Fund, backed by the united nations. It aims to conserve and preserve our ecology and above all, protect the endangered species. The focus of the organization is varies in areas since each areas has different needs. For example, in China they help Panda, in the Philippines, they help the biggest eagles in the world, the philippine eagle, in the Arctic they help the polar bears and many others. Choosing the organization can be of wide range, and it depends on your disposition of what organization to help. But then, giving money is just half the fun, try to help and reach our yourself in order for you to feel and see that you have really contributed to the… [cont.]
Answered by maeNic 47 - Fri Nov 7 03:44:51 2008
How do I start my own adoption agency?
Q. I live in Lexington,Kentucky and want to start my own adoption agency associated with domestic adoption in the U.S or to help babies in Africa. help please? with any information you have that is helpful?
Asked by unknown - Fri Jul 3 16:18:54 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would guess thar first you'd have to go to school to be a social worker of some sort and they would probably have all that info. Your guidance counselor at college would probable be a good place to start.
Answered by Molly - Fri Jul 3 16:33:16 2009
Q. I live in Lexington,Kentucky and want to start my own adoption agency associated with domestic adoption in the U.S or to help babies in Africa. help please? with any information you have that is helpful?
Asked by unknown - Fri Jul 3 16:18:54 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would guess thar first you'd have to go to school to be a social worker of some sort and they would probably have all that info. Your guidance counselor at college would probable be a good place to start.
Answered by Molly - Fri Jul 3 16:33:16 2009
What qualifications are needed to conduct adoption home studies?
Q. I have always been attracted to a career in adoptions. Currently, I am a teacher. What type of certification/degree to people who do adoption home studies have?
Asked by OceanGirl99 - Fri Jan 2 19:56:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on where you are at. In my state, a degree in almost any area of study...usually a human type field, such a counseling, teaching, criminal justice...Social work (BSW), will get you a job as a case manager in the state social service system and yes many of them refer to themselves as 'social workers' even though they do not hold a degree in social work. Now, to do home studies...you usually have to hold a Master's Level...MSW, for instance, to do them on your own. You could possibly do home studies under a contractor (you would be a sub contractor) if you only hold a Bachelor's level degree. We have teachers who write insightful studies which are often better than those done by BSW or MSW level social workers. Adoption… [cont.]
Answered by Rita - Fri Jan 2 20:50:40 2009
Q. I have always been attracted to a career in adoptions. Currently, I am a teacher. What type of certification/degree to people who do adoption home studies have?
Asked by OceanGirl99 - Fri Jan 2 19:56:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on where you are at. In my state, a degree in almost any area of study...usually a human type field, such a counseling, teaching, criminal justice...Social work (BSW), will get you a job as a case manager in the state social service system and yes many of them refer to themselves as 'social workers' even though they do not hold a degree in social work. Now, to do home studies...you usually have to hold a Master's Level...MSW, for instance, to do them on your own. You could possibly do home studies under a contractor (you would be a sub contractor) if you only hold a Bachelor's level degree. We have teachers who write insightful studies which are often better than those done by BSW or MSW level social workers. Adoption… [cont.]
Answered by Rita - Fri Jan 2 20:50:40 2009
How can I reccommend adoption to my friend without her being offended?
Q. My friend is having a baby, the father isnt in the picture, and her family is going through rough times. She decided to keep it, but now that I think about it adoption would be the best option for the baby. How can I tell her that? Its very hard because shes my best friend and I do want her to keep it but I know that would be selfish. She chose to bring a child into this world and I do not want to see him or her suffer. What do I do? I need to add this for clarification. She has no money for this baby. Her mom is sick and cant work. Her family of 6 live in a 2 bedroom apartment. She is going to school and working part time, having to give all her money to help support her family (little brothers). Her family on one side is not supportive,… [cont.]
Asked by Lynn - Fri Jan 30 11:34:23 2009 - - 29 Answers - 1 Comments
A. "She decided to keep it, but now that I think about it adoption would be the best option for the baby."--- really? and why do you believe that you are better qualified to decide what a person should do with their child? and how would it be selfish for a mother to keep her child? do you have a magic 8 ball that can predict whether this child will suffer with her; or never suffer with an adoptive family? my recommendation: be a FRIEND and support her decision. ETA: umm.. read your edits, and... i still say you have no case. butt out of her uterus! and offer to babysit. "I helped her decide against abortion, but so many people want kids that cant have them. People with money to support themselves." a few things: 1) it is not your… [cont.]
Answered by tish_part deux - Fri Jan 30 12:16:11 2009
Q. My friend is having a baby, the father isnt in the picture, and her family is going through rough times. She decided to keep it, but now that I think about it adoption would be the best option for the baby. How can I tell her that? Its very hard because shes my best friend and I do want her to keep it but I know that would be selfish. She chose to bring a child into this world and I do not want to see him or her suffer. What do I do? I need to add this for clarification. She has no money for this baby. Her mom is sick and cant work. Her family of 6 live in a 2 bedroom apartment. She is going to school and working part time, having to give all her money to help support her family (little brothers). Her family on one side is not supportive,… [cont.]
Asked by Lynn - Fri Jan 30 11:34:23 2009 - - 29 Answers - 1 Comments
A. "She decided to keep it, but now that I think about it adoption would be the best option for the baby."--- really? and why do you believe that you are better qualified to decide what a person should do with their child? and how would it be selfish for a mother to keep her child? do you have a magic 8 ball that can predict whether this child will suffer with her; or never suffer with an adoptive family? my recommendation: be a FRIEND and support her decision. ETA: umm.. read your edits, and... i still say you have no case. butt out of her uterus! and offer to babysit. "I helped her decide against abortion, but so many people want kids that cant have them. People with money to support themselves." a few things: 1) it is not your… [cont.]
Answered by tish_part deux - Fri Jan 30 12:16:11 2009
What does the natural mother gain from adoption?
Q. Everyone talks about adoption as a "win" for everyone involved. What does a mother "win" when she loses her baby to adoption? ETA: Based on many respones, it appears that many people think women are eager to get rid of their babies. Why do you believe this?
Asked by maybe - Fri Oct 31 21:29:31 2008 - - 35 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's what I gained: -Nightmares -An Alcohol problem for the first 9 months -An inability to bond with my next child because I was afraid I would either lose him or someone would come and take him. -A serious fear of walking out of the hospital again without my child, which almost happened with my second child. -Post traumatic stress disorder -Nasty looks and pity from people when they found out -The judgement of other people -A lifetime sentence for me, my other children and possible grandchildren for making a mistake when I was 16 Here's what people think I gained, but really didn't: -Piece of mind -An easier life -A sense of being noble for what I did for my daughter There it is in a nutshell
Answered by eyeque46203 - Sat Nov 1 01:05:46 2008
Q. Everyone talks about adoption as a "win" for everyone involved. What does a mother "win" when she loses her baby to adoption? ETA: Based on many respones, it appears that many people think women are eager to get rid of their babies. Why do you believe this?
Asked by maybe - Fri Oct 31 21:29:31 2008 - - 35 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here's what I gained: -Nightmares -An Alcohol problem for the first 9 months -An inability to bond with my next child because I was afraid I would either lose him or someone would come and take him. -A serious fear of walking out of the hospital again without my child, which almost happened with my second child. -Post traumatic stress disorder -Nasty looks and pity from people when they found out -The judgement of other people -A lifetime sentence for me, my other children and possible grandchildren for making a mistake when I was 16 Here's what people think I gained, but really didn't: -Piece of mind -An easier life -A sense of being noble for what I did for my daughter There it is in a nutshell
Answered by eyeque46203 - Sat Nov 1 01:05:46 2008
How can I obtain a job working with pregnancy and adoption services?
Q. Hi, I'm a 17 old senior high school student in Canada, and I was wondering what job positions there are in pregnancy and adoption services? What education and experience do I need to obtain one of these positions in the future? I have assisted in the adoption of my brother, and well as assisted friends through their adoption. I would love to continue being able to help people through things like this, but on a more professional level. Thanks
Asked by xboxgirl - Tue Oct 10 15:46:34 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you should look into becoming a social worker. Potential college majors include social work, elementary education and child development. Not sure about Canada, in the US a social worker almost certainly needs a Master's Degree.
Answered by Adoptive Father - Tue Oct 10 17:32:38 2006
Q. Hi, I'm a 17 old senior high school student in Canada, and I was wondering what job positions there are in pregnancy and adoption services? What education and experience do I need to obtain one of these positions in the future? I have assisted in the adoption of my brother, and well as assisted friends through their adoption. I would love to continue being able to help people through things like this, but on a more professional level. Thanks
Asked by xboxgirl - Tue Oct 10 15:46:34 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you should look into becoming a social worker. Potential college majors include social work, elementary education and child development. Not sure about Canada, in the US a social worker almost certainly needs a Master's Degree.
Answered by Adoptive Father - Tue Oct 10 17:32:38 2006
Why do the adoption haters degrade natural mothers who want their child to grow up with a father?
Q. My son's natural mother sought out my adoption agency. They did not seek her out. She's a very strong woman, and not a mindless idiot like some adoption haters make her out to be. Her main reason for putting my son up for adoption was so he would have a father. I completely understand that a single mom can do a great job as a parent on her own, but based on years and years of research, it has been proven children as a whole are more successful in a two parent home. I'm not saying this is always the case, but as a whole. My point is, if my son's natural mother made this choice on her own, without any coersion, why do adoption haters degrade her for it? She does struggle with some depression but she has told us it is because certain people… [cont.]
Asked by cowboy_fan - Sat Oct 6 19:38:00 2007 - - 15 Answers - 1 Comments
A. I am a birthmom and there is someone in my church who is totally against adoption. Her son-in-law was adopted and she states that his birthmom abandoned him. It's hard to hear that because I really love my baby and wanted what was best. I still have another year of high school to go. Adoption is a lot different now and people don't seem to realize it. I live in a single parent home and it's been really tough. I wanted what was best for my child. I am very blessed to have found a great family. The birthfather and I have an open adoption with the family. Glad to hear your situation is working. Gives me a better hope for mine :)
Answered by yeehaneeha - Sun Oct 7 01:16:16 2007
Q. My son's natural mother sought out my adoption agency. They did not seek her out. She's a very strong woman, and not a mindless idiot like some adoption haters make her out to be. Her main reason for putting my son up for adoption was so he would have a father. I completely understand that a single mom can do a great job as a parent on her own, but based on years and years of research, it has been proven children as a whole are more successful in a two parent home. I'm not saying this is always the case, but as a whole. My point is, if my son's natural mother made this choice on her own, without any coersion, why do adoption haters degrade her for it? She does struggle with some depression but she has told us it is because certain people… [cont.]
Asked by cowboy_fan - Sat Oct 6 19:38:00 2007 - - 15 Answers - 1 Comments
A. I am a birthmom and there is someone in my church who is totally against adoption. Her son-in-law was adopted and she states that his birthmom abandoned him. It's hard to hear that because I really love my baby and wanted what was best. I still have another year of high school to go. Adoption is a lot different now and people don't seem to realize it. I live in a single parent home and it's been really tough. I wanted what was best for my child. I am very blessed to have found a great family. The birthfather and I have an open adoption with the family. Glad to hear your situation is working. Gives me a better hope for mine :)
Answered by yeehaneeha - Sun Oct 7 01:16:16 2007
What is wrong with adoption because you want a family?
Q. Ok I get the hole not telling the adopted child they are adopted, I am in favor of not amending OBC (Original birth certificate0, and just getting an adoption certificate, I am have even changed my opinion on closed adoptions, in fav of enforcing open adoption. However i don't get why so many of you say it is selfish to adopt. People don't give birth thinking about the kids needs. They have kids because they want kids. Some people can't so they adopt. .
Asked by Good Job - Mon Jan 12 21:57:28 2009 - - 23 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Speaking as an adoptive mom, adopting a child is no more and no less selfish than giving birth to one. Wanting a family is selfish. We do it for ourselves. It's human. It's primal. So no, there is nothing wrong with wanting to have a family. But IMO there is good selfish and bad selfish. Good is wanting to adopt because you want to be parents to a child that does not have any. Bad is wanting to adopt because you wish to be a hero, or save your marriage or feel fulfilled, or have someone take care of you. Many of these bad reasons also apply to people who raise biological children. So in essence: the desire to have a family is selfish, yet normal, but what ultimately matters is what you do once you become a parent. It should be about… [cont.]
Answered by Kazi - Mon Jan 12 22:10:39 2009
Q. Ok I get the hole not telling the adopted child they are adopted, I am in favor of not amending OBC (Original birth certificate0, and just getting an adoption certificate, I am have even changed my opinion on closed adoptions, in fav of enforcing open adoption. However i don't get why so many of you say it is selfish to adopt. People don't give birth thinking about the kids needs. They have kids because they want kids. Some people can't so they adopt. .
Asked by Good Job - Mon Jan 12 21:57:28 2009 - - 23 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Speaking as an adoptive mom, adopting a child is no more and no less selfish than giving birth to one. Wanting a family is selfish. We do it for ourselves. It's human. It's primal. So no, there is nothing wrong with wanting to have a family. But IMO there is good selfish and bad selfish. Good is wanting to adopt because you want to be parents to a child that does not have any. Bad is wanting to adopt because you wish to be a hero, or save your marriage or feel fulfilled, or have someone take care of you. Many of these bad reasons also apply to people who raise biological children. So in essence: the desire to have a family is selfish, yet normal, but what ultimately matters is what you do once you become a parent. It should be about… [cont.]
Answered by Kazi - Mon Jan 12 22:10:39 2009
Why are people opposed to adoption not speak out against adoption from orphanges?
Q. Do children from orphanages not feel the need to know where they came from? It seems adoption is considered alright in this forum if you adopt from an orphanage or adopt from dead parents. Why? Just curious because a lot of people here talk about this problem or that problem but when it comes to adopting from orphanage, they are mum. What does it say when someone is dropping their child in an orphanage, Are people opposed to adoption also speaking out against people dropping their children in an orphanage? I know this is more than one question. You can answer one or all of them.
Asked by Al - Sat Jul 10 03:37:46 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do, but thanks for playing. :)
Answered by 7rin - Sat Jul 10 10:37:11 2010
Q. Do children from orphanages not feel the need to know where they came from? It seems adoption is considered alright in this forum if you adopt from an orphanage or adopt from dead parents. Why? Just curious because a lot of people here talk about this problem or that problem but when it comes to adopting from orphanage, they are mum. What does it say when someone is dropping their child in an orphanage, Are people opposed to adoption also speaking out against people dropping their children in an orphanage? I know this is more than one question. You can answer one or all of them.
Asked by Al - Sat Jul 10 03:37:46 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do, but thanks for playing. :)
Answered by 7rin - Sat Jul 10 10:37:11 2010
How much is a reasonable adoption fee for a cat?
Q. If you were going to adopt a cat from a rescue group, would a $100 adoption fee seem a lot if the cat comes already fixed, vaccinated, tested for disease, and all up to date on vet care?
Asked by <3 cats - Sun Nov 11 21:20:49 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds great! A spay /neuter would cost more than that. When I adopted my two cats, I had to pay $100 for vaccinations and then near $400 for the female to be spayed (she went into heat, so surgery was more), and about $250 for the male to be neutered. Instead of going to a cheap place, I used my vet for the surgeries and had the pre-surgery blood testing done and monitoring during the surgury. You can get your cat fixed some places for like $60, but it is bare bones. Regardless, $100 is a great price for adoption. It varies from place to place, but $100 is not unreasonable considering that the place had to pay for those vaccinations, spay/neuter, food, etc.
Answered by Crystal - Sun Nov 11 21:34:07 2007
Q. If you were going to adopt a cat from a rescue group, would a $100 adoption fee seem a lot if the cat comes already fixed, vaccinated, tested for disease, and all up to date on vet care?
Asked by <3 cats - Sun Nov 11 21:20:49 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds great! A spay /neuter would cost more than that. When I adopted my two cats, I had to pay $100 for vaccinations and then near $400 for the female to be spayed (she went into heat, so surgery was more), and about $250 for the male to be neutered. Instead of going to a cheap place, I used my vet for the surgeries and had the pre-surgery blood testing done and monitoring during the surgury. You can get your cat fixed some places for like $60, but it is bare bones. Regardless, $100 is a great price for adoption. It varies from place to place, but $100 is not unreasonable considering that the place had to pay for those vaccinations, spay/neuter, food, etc.
Answered by Crystal - Sun Nov 11 21:34:07 2007
What kind of dogs do they have for adoption at animal shelters?
Q. I want to adopt a puppy for my 4 year old son. But with all the animals that end up in animal shelters, I would like to adopt one there as opposed to buying one from a pet shop. I worry that at an animal shelter, there will be no puppies for adoption. And I want a puppy so my son and the puppy have a better chance of bonding. Here are my questions: 1) Do animal shelters have puppies for adoption or just older dogs? 2) Does the age of the dog even make a difference in whether or not the dog and my son will bond? Thanks!
Asked by Keep on Truckin' - Sun Jul 1 00:15:27 2007 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Bless your heart for considering adoption! Animal Shelters have ALL types of dogs and ages. 25% are purebreds. I would not go with a puppy for your 4 year old. Puppies bite, chew and need to be housebroken. Your first concern is your son's safety. I would go with a more mature dog that has been raised around kids and likes them. Older dogs bond well, if not better with children. The added benefit is; they're already housebroken, usually know commands, won't destroy your home and can be trusted around your child. Tell the shelter exactly what you're looking for. Many times these dogs end up in the shelter because their owners can't afford to take care of them anymore because of the lousy economy (here in Michigan anyway). A rescue or… [cont.]
Answered by sniffydogs - Sun Jul 1 08:57:21 2007
Q. I want to adopt a puppy for my 4 year old son. But with all the animals that end up in animal shelters, I would like to adopt one there as opposed to buying one from a pet shop. I worry that at an animal shelter, there will be no puppies for adoption. And I want a puppy so my son and the puppy have a better chance of bonding. Here are my questions: 1) Do animal shelters have puppies for adoption or just older dogs? 2) Does the age of the dog even make a difference in whether or not the dog and my son will bond? Thanks!
Asked by Keep on Truckin' - Sun Jul 1 00:15:27 2007 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Bless your heart for considering adoption! Animal Shelters have ALL types of dogs and ages. 25% are purebreds. I would not go with a puppy for your 4 year old. Puppies bite, chew and need to be housebroken. Your first concern is your son's safety. I would go with a more mature dog that has been raised around kids and likes them. Older dogs bond well, if not better with children. The added benefit is; they're already housebroken, usually know commands, won't destroy your home and can be trusted around your child. Tell the shelter exactly what you're looking for. Many times these dogs end up in the shelter because their owners can't afford to take care of them anymore because of the lousy economy (here in Michigan anyway). A rescue or… [cont.]
Answered by sniffydogs - Sun Jul 1 08:57:21 2007
Do you think it is possible for adoption workers to give unbiased advice about adoption?
Q. Adoption workers are paid by hopeful adoptive parents to find them a child (under 2 years of age, preferably an infant). With such a big stake in the adoption being finalized, do you think it is possible for adoption workers to give unbiased advice to either the adoptive parents or the pregnant mother (and the baby s father)? How much should they be trusted by adoptive parents? How much should they be trusted by parents coping with an unexpected pregnancy?
Asked by grapesgum - Sat Mar 8 18:13:34 2008 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Nope. Most adoption workers are not even degreed in social work or any related field. I would be very careful in trusting someone who claims to work in the adoption industry in real life or on the internet unless they have an actual degree in social work or a comparable field. People here have even talked about the role of adoption caseworkers. Some of them are specifically trained to befriend potential "birth mothers" so that if they do have a change of heart and decide to parent, the caseworker can try to persuade them to relinquish. Of course the fact that the person who mentioned this said it like it was a good thing is truly gut-wrenching in and of itself. But that is another story. The truth is, most adoption agencies are in it… [cont.]
Answered by Isabel A - Sat Mar 8 20:35:16 2008
Q. Adoption workers are paid by hopeful adoptive parents to find them a child (under 2 years of age, preferably an infant). With such a big stake in the adoption being finalized, do you think it is possible for adoption workers to give unbiased advice to either the adoptive parents or the pregnant mother (and the baby s father)? How much should they be trusted by adoptive parents? How much should they be trusted by parents coping with an unexpected pregnancy?
Asked by grapesgum - Sat Mar 8 18:13:34 2008 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Nope. Most adoption workers are not even degreed in social work or any related field. I would be very careful in trusting someone who claims to work in the adoption industry in real life or on the internet unless they have an actual degree in social work or a comparable field. People here have even talked about the role of adoption caseworkers. Some of them are specifically trained to befriend potential "birth mothers" so that if they do have a change of heart and decide to parent, the caseworker can try to persuade them to relinquish. Of course the fact that the person who mentioned this said it like it was a good thing is truly gut-wrenching in and of itself. But that is another story. The truth is, most adoption agencies are in it… [cont.]
Answered by Isabel A - Sat Mar 8 20:35:16 2008
Why do some of the anti-adoption folk continue to use this forum as a platform for their feelings?
Q. If someone asks a question about how to go about an adoption, or something else factual, why do some of the anti-adoption people continually use it as a platform to tell people how terrrible adoption is and how they wish they'd been aborted? I @ Randy B-Yes, but what about when a question is not calling for an opinion? If someone is asking for example "Has anyone adopted from China" they are not asking for either negative or positive feedback. They're certainly not asking for rants about being aborted. It also violates the TOS.
Asked by Weeme - Wed Jan 13 21:36:15 2010 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's very offensive to adopted people. I try to be reasonably unbiased in my answers on these more personal parts of Y!A because the chance you'll upset someone is high. People should restrict their replies to the subject matter. If the question is "Is it good to adopt" then it's going to be fine to voice your opinion on how evil or how much of a blessing it is, but if the question is "how do I adopt" then the answers should just be from people who can help with that, not who will try and persuade the asker (who has clearly already made up their mind) to change their decision.
Answered by Pete - Wed Jan 13 22:30:13 2010
Q. If someone asks a question about how to go about an adoption, or something else factual, why do some of the anti-adoption people continually use it as a platform to tell people how terrrible adoption is and how they wish they'd been aborted? I @ Randy B-Yes, but what about when a question is not calling for an opinion? If someone is asking for example "Has anyone adopted from China" they are not asking for either negative or positive feedback. They're certainly not asking for rants about being aborted. It also violates the TOS.
Asked by Weeme - Wed Jan 13 21:36:15 2010 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's very offensive to adopted people. I try to be reasonably unbiased in my answers on these more personal parts of Y!A because the chance you'll upset someone is high. People should restrict their replies to the subject matter. If the question is "Is it good to adopt" then it's going to be fine to voice your opinion on how evil or how much of a blessing it is, but if the question is "how do I adopt" then the answers should just be from people who can help with that, not who will try and persuade the asker (who has clearly already made up their mind) to change their decision.
Answered by Pete - Wed Jan 13 22:30:13 2010
How do you pick the best adoption agency?
Q. My husband and I will (hopefully) begin the adoption process in September. We have been talking to AGAPE but I was wondering if there are other agencies I should consider using. And if we use one agency, can we still adopt children from other agencies? I just want to go with the best agency and would like a little feed back if anyone here has any experience in this situation. Thanks!
Asked by Wendy Jean - Tue Jun 9 10:38:04 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would pick one that doesn't charge for children. AGAPE makes a profit on the adoptions, and to me, that is unethical. I also find many of their practices unethical. They "recruit" pregnant women so that they can coerce children from them. Based on this alone, I wouldn't ever go through them for anything. Many other agencies are the same way. Foster care is inexpensive, and those children need homes. If we stop giving our business to places like AGAPE, perhaps they will realize that they are morally bankrupt, and that everyone knows it.
Answered by DevonChaos - Tue Jun 9 12:04:37 2009
Q. My husband and I will (hopefully) begin the adoption process in September. We have been talking to AGAPE but I was wondering if there are other agencies I should consider using. And if we use one agency, can we still adopt children from other agencies? I just want to go with the best agency and would like a little feed back if anyone here has any experience in this situation. Thanks!
Asked by Wendy Jean - Tue Jun 9 10:38:04 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would pick one that doesn't charge for children. AGAPE makes a profit on the adoptions, and to me, that is unethical. I also find many of their practices unethical. They "recruit" pregnant women so that they can coerce children from them. Based on this alone, I wouldn't ever go through them for anything. Many other agencies are the same way. Foster care is inexpensive, and those children need homes. If we stop giving our business to places like AGAPE, perhaps they will realize that they are morally bankrupt, and that everyone knows it.
Answered by DevonChaos - Tue Jun 9 12:04:37 2009
How could I start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country?
Q. I have been thinking that it would be great to start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country that has a lot of orphans and kids living on the streets. I was thinking about China. I know that a lot of people adopt children from there. I was just curious about what financial and political steps that I would have to go through to do something like this.
Asked by WolfmanX - Sun Jul 19 23:37:58 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Kazi made great points. bottom line is that you have LOTS of homework to do. first step will be to select a country...and then start reading. rules will be different in each country (obviously you'll have to know the law from both U.S. and that country for a start). I would suggest interviewing directors of agencies already working in that country. they can quickly coach you on the cities to stay away from or to focus on areas that still need help. good luck and be patient. there is much to learn and some countries (i.e. Russia) change their adoption policies and rules very often.
Answered by jimmy folate - Mon Jul 20 08:18:41 2009
Q. I have been thinking that it would be great to start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country that has a lot of orphans and kids living on the streets. I was thinking about China. I know that a lot of people adopt children from there. I was just curious about what financial and political steps that I would have to go through to do something like this.
Asked by WolfmanX - Sun Jul 19 23:37:58 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Kazi made great points. bottom line is that you have LOTS of homework to do. first step will be to select a country...and then start reading. rules will be different in each country (obviously you'll have to know the law from both U.S. and that country for a start). I would suggest interviewing directors of agencies already working in that country. they can quickly coach you on the cities to stay away from or to focus on areas that still need help. good luck and be patient. there is much to learn and some countries (i.e. Russia) change their adoption policies and rules very often.
Answered by jimmy folate - Mon Jul 20 08:18:41 2009
How to find avaible cats for adoption in UK?
Q. Maybe it's just me but I'm just not typing in the right things to see cats for sale/adoption! Could anyone please give me some good websites? We have tried shelters already, this is just for extra research, thank you so much!
Asked by Little Birdie. - Sun Jun 22 08:22:59 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The Blue Cross website (just type in Blue Cross) has everything you need on it, including your local animal rescue centre and all the cats available for adoption. Please please please consider taking an older cat as they stay with us for so long. Thank you.
Answered by jue7rc - Sun Jun 22 08:32:52 2008
Q. Maybe it's just me but I'm just not typing in the right things to see cats for sale/adoption! Could anyone please give me some good websites? We have tried shelters already, this is just for extra research, thank you so much!
Asked by Little Birdie. - Sun Jun 22 08:22:59 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The Blue Cross website (just type in Blue Cross) has everything you need on it, including your local animal rescue centre and all the cats available for adoption. Please please please consider taking an older cat as they stay with us for so long. Thank you.
Answered by jue7rc - Sun Jun 22 08:32:52 2008
Is a grandparent eligible for the adoption tax credit if he claims the parent as a dependent?
Q. This past year I adopted a foster child. I have been going to school and living with my parents. My dad is claiming me as a dependent. Can he also qualify for the adoption tax credit because of our new son?
Asked by Benjamin T - Thu Mar 13 18:09:07 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. idon't think so because he didn't adopt the child. you did. Did he pay for the adoption fees? however your dad can claim your child as a qualifying child. That way he gets the child tax credit and another 3400 exemption.
Answered by Codys mom - Thu Mar 13 18:20:15 2008
Q. This past year I adopted a foster child. I have been going to school and living with my parents. My dad is claiming me as a dependent. Can he also qualify for the adoption tax credit because of our new son?
Asked by Benjamin T - Thu Mar 13 18:09:07 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. idon't think so because he didn't adopt the child. you did. Did he pay for the adoption fees? however your dad can claim your child as a qualifying child. That way he gets the child tax credit and another 3400 exemption.
Answered by Codys mom - Thu Mar 13 18:20:15 2008
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