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\"WaWaKennel\"<\/a>One of the peculiarities of the humane industry is that it’s hard to separate the bad guys from people who are overwhelmed with owing an animal or inexperienced in successful ownership. We often talk about irresponsible breeders and owners, but there is almost never a name or face that we can connect with the problem. One place where pet overpopulation is immediately personal is at the receiving counter of an animal shelter. I spent eight years being “that guy” and have a fair amount of knowledge of what people say when they are giving up their animal. When a person takes in a dog or cat, there is no way to hide from the truth. The obvious solution to feeling guilty about the fear that your pet will not be adopted is to fib about the true nature of the beast.<\/p>\n

To really understand the dynamics of avoiding the truth while getting rid of your pet, try this “Top Ten List” Note: To sort out our list and to make it more readable, I have also included a pet lover’s translation \u2013 Ready? Here goes!!<\/p>\n

Name the top ten fibs people tell when surrendering their pet at an animal shelter.<\/strong>
\n10. We’re moving.
\n9. He’s perfectly house trained.
\n8. He’s good around small children.
\n7. My child is allergic to him.
\n6. We can’t afford to feed him.
\n5. I’m sure he’ll be adopted.
\n4. He is already obedience trained.
\n3. He needs to live in the country.
\n2. He never barks or digs or eats the couch.
\nAnd the number one thing people say when surrendering an animal\u2026is going to follow a translation of what these statements really mean…<\/p>\n