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Title: We are NOT going to breed Post by: NatalieJ on May 11, 2002, 11:12:51 PM Before we switched to this new forum, I posted a long winded question about the ethics of breeding and running a rescue at the same time. I have been torn, wanting to do both, and (still) fully believing that it is possible to do both, and do both well.
I have, however, come to the conclusion that it would not be possible for ME to do both and do both well at the same time. I have too many demands on my time, with personal life, volunteer work (Girl Scouts, the PTA, and an animal shelter), and a full time job. Also, the more I read on this board, the less I know. Does that make sense? <laughing> The rescue is beginning to take a ton of my time, and love, and effort, and money, and I willingly give it. I am going to check it actual certification and non-profit status, and we are remodeling a room for our 'showroom' for the rattie adoptions. Thank you, to everyone who weighed in with their opinions. You are honest, candid and a great bunch of people. I feel lucky to be able to 'pick your brains' on a daily basis. ;) Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: BabyBlue on May 11, 2002, 11:30:02 PM Just wanted to wish you GOOD LUCK with everything. :)
Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: Joe on May 11, 2002, 11:31:56 PM Also, the more I read on this board, the less I know. Does that make sense? <laughing> Makes perfect sense. You'd never believe there was so much to know about rats... I think you've made a good decision. If it's too much time with one, the rats of the other get neglected...not a good situation. Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: Teresa on May 12, 2002, 12:18:34 AM It's wonderful you take ratties in and try to find them loving homes. That's got to be a huge job in itself!
Best of luck, Teresa Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: Jodi on May 12, 2002, 11:55:02 AM :) Big hugs to you, Natalie! I'm proud of ya! And yes, the people here are the BEST, aren't they? I am so grateful to be part of this group!
Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: RatStalker on May 12, 2002, 12:14:14 PM This is a really good idea. Just 3 weeks ago in my local paper, there was an ad saying the local SPCA had 8 rats for adoption. 8. Who takes rats to the pound? SHEESH! Anyway, doing rescue is a really good thing. Breeding quality rats doesn't mean they'll spend their whole lives in a quality home.
Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: Louise on May 12, 2002, 02:22:50 PM Good luck Natalie and thank you for taking care of the unwanted ratties ;D
Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: ruthiechan on May 12, 2002, 02:45:40 PM Go Natalie!
And this forum is awesome! Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: kim on May 12, 2002, 03:04:34 PM natalie -
proud to have you join my ranks and glad to have you on my side!! yay rescues!! Title: Re:We are NOT going to breed Post by: Yresim on May 14, 2002, 05:19:11 PM This is a really good idea. Just 3 weeks ago in my local paper, there was an ad saying the local SPCA had 8 rats for adoption. 8. Who takes rats to the pound? SHEESH! Anyway, doing rescue is a really good thing. Breeding quality rats doesn't mean they'll spend their whole lives in a quality home. Only 8? Our local shelter had about 20 rats the last time I checked. And our local rattie rescue has over 100 (mostly boys)!!!! |