Have you been thinking of adopting an Indie? But due to certain circumstances you are unable to actively adopt one or may not have the ability to take responsibility for a pet at your home. There is no reason to worry as you can still make a positive impact on the lives of our Indies through Passive Adoption.
Passive adoption will allow you to have a shelter resident animal as your pet against some monthly charges to pay for their food, medication and other necessities. In return, the shelter will keep you updated on your pet by sending regular pictures and news. You can even visit and spend some time with them whenever you want. Passive adoption can take place in affiliation with most local or even international shelters.
If you're considering passive adoption, there are a few things to keep in mind:
1. Make sure you will be able to pay the monthly charges for the resources needed to care for your pet properly at the shelter. This includes food, water, shelter, medical care and also your attention through visits as needed.
2. Consider the risks and benefits of passive adoption. While it can be a way to help an animal in need, it does not provide the same level of legal protection and security as formal adoption.
3. Ensure they receive appropriate medical care, and making sure they have access to food and water at all times by visiting them. It will also help to build the bond between the adopter and the pet.
4. Consider working with the shelter to help the animal find a permanent home as passive adoption should not be considered as a substitute for active adoption.
Listed below are some of the benefits of Passive Adoption:
1. POTENTIALLY EASIER AND LESS EXPENSIVE: Adopting a dog through passive adoption can be easier and less expensive than actively seeking out a dog for adoption considering finances and other circumstances. It may not require any legal or formal agreement while adopting and it can be less expensive. Passive adoption may require only the monthly charges that are required to take proper care of the dog while active adoption requires an adoption fee as well.
2. SAVING A LIFE: Passive adoption can quite literally save a life as many shelters face difficulty in funding for so many dogs that are being rescued and require proper care. Passively adopting a shelter dog can provide financial assistance to those shelters and help in providing the medical assistance and care which is required to save a rescued dog and give it a new life.
3. OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME A PET GUARDIAN: You will still have the opportunity to be a pet parent despite the pre-existing circumstances and build that special bond with the dog as a guardian by regularly visiting the shelter.
While passive adoption may not be as hands-on as taking in a stray animal as a pet, it can still make a significant difference in the lives of these animals. However, a loving and permanent home through active adoption can change a life forever.
It is important to understand that passive adoption is extremely different from active adoption in many ways. Active adoption involves a more intentional effort to care for animals as their permanent pet in their house. It includes actively seeking out and selecting a dog for adoption. This may involve visiting an animal shelter or a rescue organization or simply surfing online for dogs available for adoption. In this case, the person takes an active role in choosing the dog they want to adopt based on factors like personality, breed, size and energy level. Active adoption is a legal adoption and requires a big commitment and responsibility.
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