What is the difference between adoption disruption and adoption dissolution?
Q. I'm curious, people mention adoption disruption but do people really know what that is and why it's different from an adoption dissolution?
Asked by CP - Mon Jan 21 15:46:31 2008 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Laurie is right. People tend to use the word disruption for both situations, though.
Answered by Erin L - Mon Jan 21 19:26:07 2008
Q. I'm curious, people mention adoption disruption but do people really know what that is and why it's different from an adoption dissolution?
Asked by CP - Mon Jan 21 15:46:31 2008 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Laurie is right. People tend to use the word disruption for both situations, though.
Answered by Erin L - Mon Jan 21 19:26:07 2008
How do pet adoption fees ensure the animal gets to a good home?
Q. I want to sell my parakeets and have noticed that other people who are selling parakeets ask for adoption fees of up to 60 $ Why? How can adoption fees ensure my bird will get to a good home?
Asked by John Bender - Wed Apr 23 21:30:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Having an adoption fee or selling a bird or any pet doesn't ensure they are going to be taken care of it only shows maybe an intention of wanting something that they would be willing to pay for. There have been lots of pets adopted from shelters, and other places only to have been abused, neglected, even killed by the adopter, purchaser, etc. You can start by asking the person interested in your keets what their knowledge of owning a parakeet is like what kind of food, houseing, daily care, treats, the bird should have. Taking the bird to them so you can see the home, making a list of the things that parakeets need and require for good health and care and comfort and making sure to give it to the person you choose, ask them who their… [cont.]
Answered by Big Rigger - Thu Apr 24 01:59:03 2008
Q. I want to sell my parakeets and have noticed that other people who are selling parakeets ask for adoption fees of up to 60 $ Why? How can adoption fees ensure my bird will get to a good home?
Asked by John Bender - Wed Apr 23 21:30:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Having an adoption fee or selling a bird or any pet doesn't ensure they are going to be taken care of it only shows maybe an intention of wanting something that they would be willing to pay for. There have been lots of pets adopted from shelters, and other places only to have been abused, neglected, even killed by the adopter, purchaser, etc. You can start by asking the person interested in your keets what their knowledge of owning a parakeet is like what kind of food, houseing, daily care, treats, the bird should have. Taking the bird to them so you can see the home, making a list of the things that parakeets need and require for good health and care and comfort and making sure to give it to the person you choose, ask them who their… [cont.]
Answered by Big Rigger - Thu Apr 24 01:59:03 2008
How do adoption agencies treat gay couples wanting to adopt?
Q. Can sumone explain to me how adoption agencies find parents that are caring, lovable, and responsible enough to care for a child? How do they prove that? Do the parents have to take some test or examination before adopting, especially gay couples?
Asked by Ellie Marieee :) - Wed Oct 28 16:34:34 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They are treated the same as any other couple---otherwise it would be discrimination. All interested in adopting or fostering will have a home study done, medical exams, fingerprinting done, references checked, training, etc etc.
Answered by cricketlady - Thu Oct 29 13:01:10 2009
Q. Can sumone explain to me how adoption agencies find parents that are caring, lovable, and responsible enough to care for a child? How do they prove that? Do the parents have to take some test or examination before adopting, especially gay couples?
Asked by Ellie Marieee :) - Wed Oct 28 16:34:34 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They are treated the same as any other couple---otherwise it would be discrimination. All interested in adopting or fostering will have a home study done, medical exams, fingerprinting done, references checked, training, etc etc.
Answered by cricketlady - Thu Oct 29 13:01:10 2009
What do you think about international adoption?
Q. I am currently in the proces of adopting a child from China. Recently, there has been a lot of debate regarding international adoption. A lot of people ask why I am adopting from another country when there are kids here that need to be adopted. I feel the system in the US is too hard to deal with and that the adoptive parents do not have as many rights as the birthmother. She can decide to not terminate parental rights at any time. It should be her perrogative, but I don't want to have a failed placement. That's why I've chosen international adoption. What's your opinion? My husband does not want to foster. I considered that in the beginning, but respect his decision. Not everybody is cut out to be a foster parent. You have to be… [cont.]
Asked by Angela M - Sat Jan 13 01:24:49 2007 - - 15 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First off I want to say good luck and that adoption of any kind is great. Also Chinesse babies are adorable! Now...I am a preschool teacher for under privlaged kids (poor, foster, adopted, and split home). I am a very strong believer in American adoption, when I am ready I am adopting from the US instead of having my own. Untill people are with the system they really don't understand exactly how many babies, toddlers, and children are in America that are in need of love and family. Unfortunatly our system doesn't screen the foster parents great and dont keep up on them great. I have seen MANY children that are in foster homes, not being taken care of well and with very mean foster parents in homes that the children should never be placed… [cont.]
Answered by softball_whitney_04 - Sat Jan 13 03:27:00 2007
Q. I am currently in the proces of adopting a child from China. Recently, there has been a lot of debate regarding international adoption. A lot of people ask why I am adopting from another country when there are kids here that need to be adopted. I feel the system in the US is too hard to deal with and that the adoptive parents do not have as many rights as the birthmother. She can decide to not terminate parental rights at any time. It should be her perrogative, but I don't want to have a failed placement. That's why I've chosen international adoption. What's your opinion? My husband does not want to foster. I considered that in the beginning, but respect his decision. Not everybody is cut out to be a foster parent. You have to be… [cont.]
Asked by Angela M - Sat Jan 13 01:24:49 2007 - - 15 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First off I want to say good luck and that adoption of any kind is great. Also Chinesse babies are adorable! Now...I am a preschool teacher for under privlaged kids (poor, foster, adopted, and split home). I am a very strong believer in American adoption, when I am ready I am adopting from the US instead of having my own. Untill people are with the system they really don't understand exactly how many babies, toddlers, and children are in America that are in need of love and family. Unfortunatly our system doesn't screen the foster parents great and dont keep up on them great. I have seen MANY children that are in foster homes, not being taken care of well and with very mean foster parents in homes that the children should never be placed… [cont.]
Answered by softball_whitney_04 - Sat Jan 13 03:27:00 2007
What qualifications are needed to conduct adoption home studies?
Q. I have always been attracted to a career in adoptions. Currently, I am a teacher. What type of certification/degree to people who do adoption home studies have?
Asked by OceanGirl99 - Fri Jan 2 19:56:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on where you are at. In my state, a degree in almost any area of study...usually a human type field, such a counseling, teaching, criminal justice...Social work (BSW), will get you a job as a case manager in the state social service system and yes many of them refer to themselves as 'social workers' even though they do not hold a degree in social work. Now, to do home studies...you usually have to hold a Master's Level...MSW, for instance, to do them on your own. You could possibly do home studies under a contractor (you would be a sub contractor) if you only hold a Bachelor's level degree. We have teachers who write insightful studies which are often better than those done by BSW or MSW level social workers. Adoption… [cont.]
Answered by Rita - Fri Jan 2 20:50:40 2009
Q. I have always been attracted to a career in adoptions. Currently, I am a teacher. What type of certification/degree to people who do adoption home studies have?
Asked by OceanGirl99 - Fri Jan 2 19:56:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on where you are at. In my state, a degree in almost any area of study...usually a human type field, such a counseling, teaching, criminal justice...Social work (BSW), will get you a job as a case manager in the state social service system and yes many of them refer to themselves as 'social workers' even though they do not hold a degree in social work. Now, to do home studies...you usually have to hold a Master's Level...MSW, for instance, to do them on your own. You could possibly do home studies under a contractor (you would be a sub contractor) if you only hold a Bachelor's level degree. We have teachers who write insightful studies which are often better than those done by BSW or MSW level social workers. Adoption… [cont.]
Answered by Rita - Fri Jan 2 20:50:40 2009
How does the dog adoption process work?
Q. My wife and I are thinking about adopting a dog, but I am not sure how the process works. We are kind of iffy about whether our apartment complex allows pets. There are people that have them and there is a part in our lease that says that we can't have pets, but there is also a pet addendum that says that we can. How does the adoption process work? Does the shelter try to contact my apartment complex to confirm information or what?
Asked by bruins682001 - Thu Sep 28 14:45:57 2006 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The shelter will want proof that you are allowed dogs. The process varies depending on where you adopt your dog. If you go to your local humane society they are so overwhelmed with dogs, they normally will just look up your complex and give them a call to make sure it's ok. You fill out your paperwork get a dog license and you're on your way with your new pet. However some of the nonprofit private shelters are a little more strict. They may want to make sure the dog is a good fit with you, the may do home visits both before and after you get your dog, request to see your vet records to make sure the dog is getting health care. It varies from place to place, but it is worth it, I have 2 dogs that I adore one of them from the local SPCA and… [cont.]
Answered by Elle - Thu Sep 28 14:58:45 2006
Q. My wife and I are thinking about adopting a dog, but I am not sure how the process works. We are kind of iffy about whether our apartment complex allows pets. There are people that have them and there is a part in our lease that says that we can't have pets, but there is also a pet addendum that says that we can. How does the adoption process work? Does the shelter try to contact my apartment complex to confirm information or what?
Asked by bruins682001 - Thu Sep 28 14:45:57 2006 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The shelter will want proof that you are allowed dogs. The process varies depending on where you adopt your dog. If you go to your local humane society they are so overwhelmed with dogs, they normally will just look up your complex and give them a call to make sure it's ok. You fill out your paperwork get a dog license and you're on your way with your new pet. However some of the nonprofit private shelters are a little more strict. They may want to make sure the dog is a good fit with you, the may do home visits both before and after you get your dog, request to see your vet records to make sure the dog is getting health care. It varies from place to place, but it is worth it, I have 2 dogs that I adore one of them from the local SPCA and… [cont.]
Answered by Elle - Thu Sep 28 14:58:45 2006
How soon after an adoption is final is it considered appropriate to see someone?
Q. I gave a child up for adoption recently, and have been receiving date invitations, and have turned them down. However, I do wish to date. How soon is it "alright" to do so?
Asked by Kati S. - Tue Dec 25 16:18:11 2007 - - 11 Answers - 1 Comments
A. I think you should get on with your life as soon as you are ready. Just make sure you don't repeat past mistakes. I'm proud of you for making a loving choice for your child. It was the hardest choice and I'm sure even harder after you gave birth. I am the mother of a 28 year old adopted daughter. I prayed frequently for my daughters biological mother and I suspect there's someone out there praying for you too.
Answered by School Nurse - Tue Dec 25 18:58:36 2007
Q. I gave a child up for adoption recently, and have been receiving date invitations, and have turned them down. However, I do wish to date. How soon is it "alright" to do so?
Asked by Kati S. - Tue Dec 25 16:18:11 2007 - - 11 Answers - 1 Comments
A. I think you should get on with your life as soon as you are ready. Just make sure you don't repeat past mistakes. I'm proud of you for making a loving choice for your child. It was the hardest choice and I'm sure even harder after you gave birth. I am the mother of a 28 year old adopted daughter. I prayed frequently for my daughters biological mother and I suspect there's someone out there praying for you too.
Answered by School Nurse - Tue Dec 25 18:58:36 2007
How would you measure adoption to raising your own flesh and blood?
Q. Could adoption ever measure up to actually giving birth and/or raising your own child that is made up of your and your significant others genetics? Do you think a parent could ever have as strong of a bond with an adopted child as their own newborn child; this question would especially apply to women, considering giving birth is hard work with such a priceless reward. I also imagine how proud a father feels that he made a contribution to creating something as special as continuing his own bloodline and watching the child grow up with his own genetics and develop similar characteristics as his.
Asked by ARTY - Thu May 22 23:00:56 2008 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Art, it sounds like you've made your mind up on the issue, and that is fine, but I think you might want to spend a little time with an adoptive father and ask him. A couple of famous folks who adopted their children: John McCain, Bob Hope, George Burns, Joseph (father to Jesus), John Denver, Walt Disney, Nicole Kidman ... A couple of famous adopted kids: Faith Hill, Bill Clinton, Gerald Ford, Jesse Jackson, Eric Dickerson, Nat King Cole ... Now, you may not think every person listed above is the cat's pj's, but each one of them have made a direct impact on our society. We would be diminished as a people if those folks had not been adopted or adopted a little child. Seriously, before you close the door totally, call the local agency… [cont.]
Answered by bill s - Fri May 23 19:03:48 2008
Q. Could adoption ever measure up to actually giving birth and/or raising your own child that is made up of your and your significant others genetics? Do you think a parent could ever have as strong of a bond with an adopted child as their own newborn child; this question would especially apply to women, considering giving birth is hard work with such a priceless reward. I also imagine how proud a father feels that he made a contribution to creating something as special as continuing his own bloodline and watching the child grow up with his own genetics and develop similar characteristics as his.
Asked by ARTY - Thu May 22 23:00:56 2008 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Art, it sounds like you've made your mind up on the issue, and that is fine, but I think you might want to spend a little time with an adoptive father and ask him. A couple of famous folks who adopted their children: John McCain, Bob Hope, George Burns, Joseph (father to Jesus), John Denver, Walt Disney, Nicole Kidman ... A couple of famous adopted kids: Faith Hill, Bill Clinton, Gerald Ford, Jesse Jackson, Eric Dickerson, Nat King Cole ... Now, you may not think every person listed above is the cat's pj's, but each one of them have made a direct impact on our society. We would be diminished as a people if those folks had not been adopted or adopted a little child. Seriously, before you close the door totally, call the local agency… [cont.]
Answered by bill s - Fri May 23 19:03:48 2008
How can i start adoption procedure in USA if i have adopted a child overseas legally.?
Q. I have signed a legal adoption deed with child's biological parents in India. We are a childless couple even after 28 years of marriage. I do not know how to start procedure to bring this adopted child in US.Appreciate it if someone can help.
Asked by Paramjeet Bains - Fri Nov 6 14:48:58 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My wife and I have adopted from India and we have also lived there for three years. What you describe to me sounds very "fishy". First off I would question if the adoption was done legally since there would have had to be home studies and court appearances in India, not just papers signed by the parents. Also, India does not allow their children to be adopted out of the country unless they have cleared through the formal Indian process first. You can sign what ever you want with the child's parents but if it is not approved by the Indian courts they will not allow the child to leave the country, nore will any country issue a visa for the child. The only valid source of info for Indian adoptions is this site: It will provide all of… [cont.]
Answered by Randy B - Fri Nov 6 18:24:59 2009
Q. I have signed a legal adoption deed with child's biological parents in India. We are a childless couple even after 28 years of marriage. I do not know how to start procedure to bring this adopted child in US.Appreciate it if someone can help.
Asked by Paramjeet Bains - Fri Nov 6 14:48:58 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My wife and I have adopted from India and we have also lived there for three years. What you describe to me sounds very "fishy". First off I would question if the adoption was done legally since there would have had to be home studies and court appearances in India, not just papers signed by the parents. Also, India does not allow their children to be adopted out of the country unless they have cleared through the formal Indian process first. You can sign what ever you want with the child's parents but if it is not approved by the Indian courts they will not allow the child to leave the country, nore will any country issue a visa for the child. The only valid source of info for Indian adoptions is this site: It will provide all of… [cont.]
Answered by Randy B - Fri Nov 6 18:24:59 2009
What is the advantages of the Intercultural adoption and disadvantages of intercultural adoption?
Q. Using example from the "stolen generation" and overseas adoption to support your arguments.
Asked by steven_nguyen_8x - Fri Mar 7 03:13:51 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was under the impression that the Stolen Generation refers to Aboriginal Adoptees in Australia. Please correct me if I'm wrong. As a bi-racial adoptee myself who was raised by all white parents, I lost most of my culture. That brought HUGE disadvantages to me. I felt like I was white and didn't like my olive skin. I didn't know my families multiple languages, I didn't know even where or who I came from. It was hard to do something as simple as look in the mirror. The disadvantages would be: loss of heritage loss of language loss of religion loss of sense of self loss of genetic / cultural mirroring I think that when adopted within ones culture, by a family who gets it you can learn about your people. The advantages could possibly… [cont.]
Answered by Gershom - Fri Mar 7 13:05:58 2008
Q. Using example from the "stolen generation" and overseas adoption to support your arguments.
Asked by steven_nguyen_8x - Fri Mar 7 03:13:51 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was under the impression that the Stolen Generation refers to Aboriginal Adoptees in Australia. Please correct me if I'm wrong. As a bi-racial adoptee myself who was raised by all white parents, I lost most of my culture. That brought HUGE disadvantages to me. I felt like I was white and didn't like my olive skin. I didn't know my families multiple languages, I didn't know even where or who I came from. It was hard to do something as simple as look in the mirror. The disadvantages would be: loss of heritage loss of language loss of religion loss of sense of self loss of genetic / cultural mirroring I think that when adopted within ones culture, by a family who gets it you can learn about your people. The advantages could possibly… [cont.]
Answered by Gershom - Fri Mar 7 13:05:58 2008
How can I obtain a job working with pregnancy and adoption services?
Q. Hi, I'm a 17 old senior high school student in Canada, and I was wondering what job positions there are in pregnancy and adoption services? What education and experience do I need to obtain one of these positions in the future? I have assisted in the adoption of my brother, and well as assisted friends through their adoption. I would love to continue being able to help people through things like this, but on a more professional level. Thanks
Asked by xboxgirl - Tue Oct 10 15:46:34 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you should look into becoming a social worker. Potential college majors include social work, elementary education and child development. Not sure about Canada, in the US a social worker almost certainly needs a Master's Degree.
Answered by Adoptive Father - Tue Oct 10 17:32:38 2006
Q. Hi, I'm a 17 old senior high school student in Canada, and I was wondering what job positions there are in pregnancy and adoption services? What education and experience do I need to obtain one of these positions in the future? I have assisted in the adoption of my brother, and well as assisted friends through their adoption. I would love to continue being able to help people through things like this, but on a more professional level. Thanks
Asked by xboxgirl - Tue Oct 10 15:46:34 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you should look into becoming a social worker. Potential college majors include social work, elementary education and child development. Not sure about Canada, in the US a social worker almost certainly needs a Master's Degree.
Answered by Adoptive Father - Tue Oct 10 17:32:38 2006
What are adoption practices in other countries?
Q. Not in how the west exploits adoption, but in other countries how are adoptions, if at all, practiced?
Asked by Opedial - Sun Jan 25 19:52:03 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Let me answer for India. You go to an orphanage and choose from the ones that are ready to be placed. You must be meeting all guidelines that are put down by the goverment under CARA. Documentation is done and then you take the child home for fostering.After several month to a year the court grants you full custody. Private adoption practises are highly unethical and more popular but not too common. Don't have stats though to offer. You know a doctor, and then she/he knows some expectant mother(poor or unwed) or a mother post birth (mostly after realising its a girl child after birth since sex determination during pregnancy is not allowed) and she knows of some one who is looking to adopt privately. The doctor or hospital authority calls… [cont.]
Answered by Indian-vision - Mon Jan 26 00:32:51 2009
Q. Not in how the west exploits adoption, but in other countries how are adoptions, if at all, practiced?
Asked by Opedial - Sun Jan 25 19:52:03 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Let me answer for India. You go to an orphanage and choose from the ones that are ready to be placed. You must be meeting all guidelines that are put down by the goverment under CARA. Documentation is done and then you take the child home for fostering.After several month to a year the court grants you full custody. Private adoption practises are highly unethical and more popular but not too common. Don't have stats though to offer. You know a doctor, and then she/he knows some expectant mother(poor or unwed) or a mother post birth (mostly after realising its a girl child after birth since sex determination during pregnancy is not allowed) and she knows of some one who is looking to adopt privately. The doctor or hospital authority calls… [cont.]
Answered by Indian-vision - Mon Jan 26 00:32:51 2009
What is your favorite thing about adoption and what is your least favorite thing about adoption?
Q. I know it's been asked a million times as all the adoption question ares. But again what is YOUR favorite part about adoption and what is YOUR least favorite thing about adoption?
Asked by foxylilalley - Sat Aug 21 14:29:26 2010 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Favorite- That I was raised by great people who made me feel safe and secure. Least favorite- That I had to be born to those other creeps who were given way too many chances at raising me (and FAILING), instead of the people who stepped up and finished the job.
Answered by The Sweetest Thing - Sun Aug 22 02:33:09 2010
Q. I know it's been asked a million times as all the adoption question ares. But again what is YOUR favorite part about adoption and what is YOUR least favorite thing about adoption?
Asked by foxylilalley - Sat Aug 21 14:29:26 2010 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Favorite- That I was raised by great people who made me feel safe and secure. Least favorite- That I had to be born to those other creeps who were given way too many chances at raising me (and FAILING), instead of the people who stepped up and finished the job.
Answered by The Sweetest Thing - Sun Aug 22 02:33:09 2010
Why are people opposed to adoption not speak out against adoption from orphanges?
Q. Do children from orphanages not feel the need to know where they came from? It seems adoption is considered alright in this forum if you adopt from an orphanage or adopt from dead parents. Why? Just curious because a lot of people here talk about this problem or that problem but when it comes to adopting from orphanage, they are mum. What does it say when someone is dropping their child in an orphanage, Are people opposed to adoption also speaking out against people dropping their children in an orphanage? I know this is more than one question. You can answer one or all of them.
Asked by Al - Sat Jul 10 03:37:46 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do, but thanks for playing. :)
Answered by 7rin - Sat Jul 10 10:37:11 2010
Q. Do children from orphanages not feel the need to know where they came from? It seems adoption is considered alright in this forum if you adopt from an orphanage or adopt from dead parents. Why? Just curious because a lot of people here talk about this problem or that problem but when it comes to adopting from orphanage, they are mum. What does it say when someone is dropping their child in an orphanage, Are people opposed to adoption also speaking out against people dropping their children in an orphanage? I know this is more than one question. You can answer one or all of them.
Asked by Al - Sat Jul 10 03:37:46 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do, but thanks for playing. :)
Answered by 7rin - Sat Jul 10 10:37:11 2010
Can I volunteer at an adoption center or foster shelter for children?
Q. I'd like to volunteer this summer taking care of young children or newborns who don't have parents. Can I do this? Do adoption centers/foster shelters take volunteers? How would I go about locating a center or shelter like that? Thanks for your help!
Asked by Ana - Wed May 27 07:50:35 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. That is wonderful. To find somewhere to volunteer, you might contact United Way in your area. They provide funding for many of these type of programs. Some people refer to these programs as Foster Respite Care. Here is their website. Best wishes in your work. =) https://volunteer.united- e-way.org/lcuw/org/opp/22 9632-printer-detailed.htm l https://volunteer.united- e-way.org/lcuw/volunteer/ search.aspx
Answered by Photo Student - Wed May 27 09:01:21 2009
Q. I'd like to volunteer this summer taking care of young children or newborns who don't have parents. Can I do this? Do adoption centers/foster shelters take volunteers? How would I go about locating a center or shelter like that? Thanks for your help!
Asked by Ana - Wed May 27 07:50:35 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. That is wonderful. To find somewhere to volunteer, you might contact United Way in your area. They provide funding for many of these type of programs. Some people refer to these programs as Foster Respite Care. Here is their website. Best wishes in your work. =) https://volunteer.united- e-way.org/lcuw/org/opp/22 9632-printer-detailed.htm l https://volunteer.united- e-way.org/lcuw/volunteer/ search.aspx
Answered by Photo Student - Wed May 27 09:01:21 2009
How much is a reasonable adoption fee for a cat?
Q. If you were going to adopt a cat from a rescue group, would a $100 adoption fee seem a lot if the cat comes already fixed, vaccinated, tested for disease, and all up to date on vet care?
Asked by <3 cats - Sun Nov 11 21:20:49 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds great! A spay /neuter would cost more than that. When I adopted my two cats, I had to pay $100 for vaccinations and then near $400 for the female to be spayed (she went into heat, so surgery was more), and about $250 for the male to be neutered. Instead of going to a cheap place, I used my vet for the surgeries and had the pre-surgery blood testing done and monitoring during the surgury. You can get your cat fixed some places for like $60, but it is bare bones. Regardless, $100 is a great price for adoption. It varies from place to place, but $100 is not unreasonable considering that the place had to pay for those vaccinations, spay/neuter, food, etc.
Answered by Crystal - Sun Nov 11 21:34:07 2007
Q. If you were going to adopt a cat from a rescue group, would a $100 adoption fee seem a lot if the cat comes already fixed, vaccinated, tested for disease, and all up to date on vet care?
Asked by <3 cats - Sun Nov 11 21:20:49 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds great! A spay /neuter would cost more than that. When I adopted my two cats, I had to pay $100 for vaccinations and then near $400 for the female to be spayed (she went into heat, so surgery was more), and about $250 for the male to be neutered. Instead of going to a cheap place, I used my vet for the surgeries and had the pre-surgery blood testing done and monitoring during the surgury. You can get your cat fixed some places for like $60, but it is bare bones. Regardless, $100 is a great price for adoption. It varies from place to place, but $100 is not unreasonable considering that the place had to pay for those vaccinations, spay/neuter, food, etc.
Answered by Crystal - Sun Nov 11 21:34:07 2007
What exactly is the difference between foster care and adoption?
Q. Ok so i know what adoption is, but what exactly is foster care, like how is it different from adoption? and What is your opinion on which is better? I was talking to my husband about us one day adopting and he mentioned being foster parents so I was curious as to which is better, and how exactly foster care works so I can make a better decision when the time comes.
Asked by Proud New Mommy :) - Sat Apr 5 17:17:10 2008 - - 10 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Foster care is where a family is qualified by the state to accept children in their home either on short-term or long-term basis. The goal of foster care is to provide a "safe haven" for the child while the birth parents work on their lives (if possible) to reunite the original family. In some cases this is not possible (as with mine) due to crimes or b-parents choosing or failing not to meet the recommendations of the state. In those cases, the children are made for adoption through foster care. Often called foster adopt. Adoption is different in that the children are not "removed" from the home by the state. Typically in regular adoption cases, it is the b-family who has sought out to make an adoption plan for their child and… [cont.]
Answered by Proud Adoptee - Sat Apr 5 18:33:36 2008
Q. Ok so i know what adoption is, but what exactly is foster care, like how is it different from adoption? and What is your opinion on which is better? I was talking to my husband about us one day adopting and he mentioned being foster parents so I was curious as to which is better, and how exactly foster care works so I can make a better decision when the time comes.
Asked by Proud New Mommy :) - Sat Apr 5 17:17:10 2008 - - 10 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Foster care is where a family is qualified by the state to accept children in their home either on short-term or long-term basis. The goal of foster care is to provide a "safe haven" for the child while the birth parents work on their lives (if possible) to reunite the original family. In some cases this is not possible (as with mine) due to crimes or b-parents choosing or failing not to meet the recommendations of the state. In those cases, the children are made for adoption through foster care. Often called foster adopt. Adoption is different in that the children are not "removed" from the home by the state. Typically in regular adoption cases, it is the b-family who has sought out to make an adoption plan for their child and… [cont.]
Answered by Proud Adoptee - Sat Apr 5 18:33:36 2008
How do you pick the best adoption agency?
Q. My husband and I will (hopefully) begin the adoption process in September. We have been talking to AGAPE but I was wondering if there are other agencies I should consider using. And if we use one agency, can we still adopt children from other agencies? I just want to go with the best agency and would like a little feed back if anyone here has any experience in this situation. Thanks!
Asked by Wendy Jean - Tue Jun 9 10:38:04 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would pick one that doesn't charge for children. AGAPE makes a profit on the adoptions, and to me, that is unethical. I also find many of their practices unethical. They "recruit" pregnant women so that they can coerce children from them. Based on this alone, I wouldn't ever go through them for anything. Many other agencies are the same way. Foster care is inexpensive, and those children need homes. If we stop giving our business to places like AGAPE, perhaps they will realize that they are morally bankrupt, and that everyone knows it.
Answered by DevonChaos - Tue Jun 9 12:04:37 2009
Q. My husband and I will (hopefully) begin the adoption process in September. We have been talking to AGAPE but I was wondering if there are other agencies I should consider using. And if we use one agency, can we still adopt children from other agencies? I just want to go with the best agency and would like a little feed back if anyone here has any experience in this situation. Thanks!
Asked by Wendy Jean - Tue Jun 9 10:38:04 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would pick one that doesn't charge for children. AGAPE makes a profit on the adoptions, and to me, that is unethical. I also find many of their practices unethical. They "recruit" pregnant women so that they can coerce children from them. Based on this alone, I wouldn't ever go through them for anything. Many other agencies are the same way. Foster care is inexpensive, and those children need homes. If we stop giving our business to places like AGAPE, perhaps they will realize that they are morally bankrupt, and that everyone knows it.
Answered by DevonChaos - Tue Jun 9 12:04:37 2009
Anyone know of a good animal adoption agency to drop a cat off at?
Q. We have discovered that our baby is very allergic to our cat and we need to get rid of it. She is 5 years old and very sweet, her name is Mrs. Sweets. We don't know anyone who wants a cat and do not want to give her to the pound. We would prefer to give her to an animal adoption agency that keeps them until they find a home. Please help? It's very obvious that you are not a parent Robbo.
Asked by Vivena - Thu Dec 27 11:04:18 2007 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if there is a PetSmart in your area try them. they usually have a drop off in the store. you may have to pay 30 bucks to spay or neuter but they will take it and most stay in the store until someone adopts them.
Answered by dead again christian - Thu Dec 27 11:44:50 2007
Q. We have discovered that our baby is very allergic to our cat and we need to get rid of it. She is 5 years old and very sweet, her name is Mrs. Sweets. We don't know anyone who wants a cat and do not want to give her to the pound. We would prefer to give her to an animal adoption agency that keeps them until they find a home. Please help? It's very obvious that you are not a parent Robbo.
Asked by Vivena - Thu Dec 27 11:04:18 2007 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if there is a PetSmart in your area try them. they usually have a drop off in the store. you may have to pay 30 bucks to spay or neuter but they will take it and most stay in the store until someone adopts them.
Answered by dead again christian - Thu Dec 27 11:44:50 2007
How could I start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country?
Q. I have been thinking that it would be great to start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country that has a lot of orphans and kids living on the streets. I was thinking about China. I know that a lot of people adopt children from there. I was just curious about what financial and political steps that I would have to go through to do something like this.
Asked by WolfmanX - Sun Jul 19 23:37:58 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Kazi made great points. bottom line is that you have LOTS of homework to do. first step will be to select a country...and then start reading. rules will be different in each country (obviously you'll have to know the law from both U.S. and that country for a start). I would suggest interviewing directors of agencies already working in that country. they can quickly coach you on the cities to stay away from or to focus on areas that still need help. good luck and be patient. there is much to learn and some countries (i.e. Russia) change their adoption policies and rules very often.
Answered by jimmy folate - Mon Jul 20 08:18:41 2009
Q. I have been thinking that it would be great to start an orphanage/adoption agency in a foreign country that has a lot of orphans and kids living on the streets. I was thinking about China. I know that a lot of people adopt children from there. I was just curious about what financial and political steps that I would have to go through to do something like this.
Asked by WolfmanX - Sun Jul 19 23:37:58 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Kazi made great points. bottom line is that you have LOTS of homework to do. first step will be to select a country...and then start reading. rules will be different in each country (obviously you'll have to know the law from both U.S. and that country for a start). I would suggest interviewing directors of agencies already working in that country. they can quickly coach you on the cities to stay away from or to focus on areas that still need help. good luck and be patient. there is much to learn and some countries (i.e. Russia) change their adoption policies and rules very often.
Answered by jimmy folate - Mon Jul 20 08:18:41 2009
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