Comments on: What does the Humane Society look for when they do a house check?

By: Lois Pennisi

Lois Pennisi — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:06:14 +0000

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By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:40:59 +0000

Well, basically dog-proof the home much like you would child-proof the home. Don’t let the Draino bottle sit on the floor behind the toilet. Don’t let loose cords sit out in the open where the dog can chew on it. Make sure plants within the dog’s reach aren’t poisonous. Basically, if a kid could get himself into trouble, the dog could too.

Some places look to see if you have a fence which kind of bothers me. Why do you have to spend hundreds on a fence if you can just buy the leash?
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By: Saved from TN

Saved from TN — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:23:59 +0000

Electric clutter that the dog could get into
chemicals and cleaning stuff- make sure it’s safe and away
toys and clutter and pens that the dog could chew up
if you have a pool, there has to be a fence
if you have a fenced in yard
do the people seem like an okay fit
do they know about poisonous foods that dogs can’t eat like chocolate and grapes
how will the dog get exercise
where will the dog sleep
where will the dog stay when home alone
what will you do if you can not take of the dog anymore
are you willing to provide training
what vet do you use
do you rent, or own your house, apartment, or condo
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I’ve done home visits for a rescue organization
and those were the general questions they look for/ask.

By: DeeDawg

DeeDawg — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:45:59 +0000

they make sure that you don’t have poo on your floor.
seriously, they are pretty cool they just want to make sure that you have enough space for the dog to live, and that you aren’t a collector or anything.

they expect a little fur on your floor so don’t worry if the place isn’t spotless.
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By: Hanna

Hanna — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:15:59 +0000

I think a lot of it has to do with the specific dog in question. If it is a dog that they feel will thrive best with certain requirements, they will probably be checking for those. Dogs have personalities of their own, and not all of them will do well in every situation.
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By: rabid wolf ??

rabid wolf ?? — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:42:59 +0000

I'm not sure but I'm guessing they look for average cleanliness and adequate space for the dog. Good luck!! =]
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