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November 13th, 2008 by Lisa A Collins

Not all Poodle rescue centres are alike. Some actually aren’t Poodle rescue centres at all, but are puppy mills, or Poodle hoarders who really don’t know what they’re doing. There isn’t any parent organization that supervises all animal rescue centres. Basically, anyone can set up one, but they have to register it as a charity. Here is how to tell good from bad Poodle rescue centres.

Poodle rescues are advertised on the web, usually listed in Petfinder.com, or might be known by your local all pet animal shelter. The often take in all Poodle types and Poodle mixes, but this is not always the case. Some will specialize in Standard Poodles, for example. Be sure you know what Poodle type the rescue group focuses on. They usually have adult, larger dogs, sometimes with papers. They will not have Teacup Poodles, which are not recognized by the American Kennel Club.

A good Poodle rescue centre’s website will only let you apply for a dog, not put one on reserve. The application should be lengthy, almost to the point of making you cry, and should quiz you on your current knowledge of Poodle information on their care and handling.

A good Poodle rescue centre will also ask you for personal references, usually from your veterinarian and a professional groomer. Poodle rescues usually do background checks on you and give your home a check.

A good Poodle rescue centre’s website will be loaded with Poodle information. They will not do any sales pressure tactics up front (except for “please donate to out charity” or “current news”), but usually sends you a very lengthy adoption application form. Even if you make a preference for a dog pictured on a site, you will not be given the dog if you are found to be unsuitable.

A good Poodle rescue centre will give you a background check like you would not believe possible. This is because they want to be assured that you and the dog will get along, and that the poor dog will not wind up back in the shelter system. A great Poodle rescue centre is run very similarly to a human adoption centre. Be patient, and realize that most of the rescue workers are volunteers with busy lives.

Also expect a good Poodle rescue to do surprise check ups on how you and your new best friend are getting along. And Poodle rescue volunteer workers are great for turning for help and advice on all things dog. They might not be able to get back to you right away, but they usually do within 48 hours.

And that is for no extra charge. They also get to know the personalities of all of the dogs up for adoption, so that you are assured of compatibility.