Pre-approval forms hinder pet adoption

Recently, I contacted an animal shelter near the intersection of Highway 150 and Interstate 380 regarding a 6-year-old dog. I asked what time I could see the dog. I was told there was a four-page pre-approval form necessary before I could see the dog. It also states that if I was not approved, they would not tell me why.

Four pages of questions? Questions such as if I am within 15 years of being a senior citizen, what plans have I made for their care? If they urinate, what will I do? Will I take them to obedience school? Are you kidding?

My guess is that a 6-year-old dog in a shelter would probably say “let's go, I'll take my chances with him.” Is there government money involved in this? Is it to their advantage in making adoption difficult?

Hans Gutknecht

Independence