Debra B.'s Questions & Answers

5 of my foster cats are black. One is a tuxedo, but I count him as black. I feel that I vet possible adopters pretty well, and don't think that I shouldn't consider someone who wants to adopt one of my black fosters just because it is the month of … more ›

I volunteer with a small shelter that charges $150 adoption fee for a single kitten. It costs the shelter approximately $165 in medical costs just to get the kitten ready for adoption. The adoption fee covers the spay or neuter surgery, vaccines, tes… more ›

I just came across a listing where a pet owner wants to rehome his/her bunny because it refuses to get out of its cage and walk on a wooden floor. I was just curious as to other stupid reasons you've heard from people giving up their pets. Care to sh… more ›

I'm looking for suggestions on helping these pets to be more noticeable.

We adopted this little English Springer Spaniel today from the Central Missouri Humane Society. His current name is Mitton, but we are looking for a new name. Anyone have any creative suggestions? He came to the shelter from a breeder who thought … more ›

We adopted an adorable, little tiny puppy from the shelter 3 days ago & the poor little thing still doesn't have a name. She is a schnauzer/terrier mix, 8 wks old, really little, really sweet & a great snuggler. My mom has been calling her … more ›

I usually change the name. Except in one case- a cat they named Sassy. Boy, did that name suit her! LOL!

we have two dogs, and a bird who live at our house. i want to rescue a dog from the animal shelter, but everyone says two is enough. Our house is comfortable enough for three for sure! What do you think?