Here are some quick tips to make your stand out:
What does a good adopter look like?
Adopter profiles can make a big difference to help you get shortlisted for a pet. Rescue organizations spend a considerable amount of their time assessing applications to ensure they pick the right match for their pet, so it’s critical to make your enquiry stand out!
Here are some quick tips to make you stand out:
Home & Property details
Where is your pet going to be doing their zoomies and lazy lounging? For energetic pets who like to play outdoors, rescue organisations take into consideration details about an adopter’s home and property. Make sure you provide enough information about your property, including yard size and fencing, or if you have safe enclosed places for your pet to lounge. If you currently do not meet the requirement mentioned in the pet’s profile but are happy to accommodate this requirement in some way, then communicate this as part of your application. Other helpful information to include:
Type of residence (i.e. acreage, house, unit, apartment etc.)
If renting – do you have permission to own a pet?
How many hours will the pet be left unattended (i.e. typical workday)?
Will they be indoors, outdoors or both
What type of yard or fence surrounds your property, and how tall is the fence/gate at the lowest point
Include photos of your home and property to make it easier for rescue groups to determine whether it would be the best fit for the pet
Lifestyle
Ensure your lifestyle would match the pet listed to the best of your awareness. Include details about your work hours, hobbies, activity level and routine so the organisation can determine whether it would suit their pet’s needs.
Family
This is an important one as rescue organisations want to know who the pet is going to be hanging out with every day! Talk about the little and older humans in your family, their lifestyle, and personalities, and note who will be spending the most time with the pet. Be sure to include more about the environment at home, i.e is it a tranquil sanctuary by day and a rock concert by night?
Fill out the profiles of your current pets, if you have any. Understanding the personality of resident cats, dogs, birds or bunnies will help rescue organisations or foster carers determine if the pet will adjust in your home.
Sending your enquiry
If you feel your adopter profile is good to go, you can now start enquiring about a pet that suits your needs. Hit the enquiry button on a pet’s profile when you’re ready to start your enquiry. Sometimes it may take a couple of false starts before you find your perfect match.