I wanted to share my recent experience with this Maltese rescue. I adopted a Maltese from the LA shelter and realized he wasn't the right fit for my home. He wasn't fully house trained, had some digestive issues, and my resident dog was very stressed. With an upcoming move and job search, I knew I couldn't give him the stability he needed, so I reached out to rescues.
Tami, initially responded quickly and asked for photos. Once I sent them, though, the tone shifted -- she began questioning why I was giving him up and seemed to judge me for not being able to make it work. When I explained my situation, she stopped responding altogether.
I left that exchange feeling really discouraged. I've always supported rescues and even fostered myself these past few months, but this interaction turned me off from rescuing in the future. I know not all rescues are like this, but it was a reminder that communication and compassion really matter when someone is reaching out for help.
I'm sharing this in case anyone else has gone through something similar -- and to say, if you get a cold or judgmental response from one rescue, don't give up. There are rescues that will support both you and the dog with kindness.
Thankfully, another reputable rescue met us with grace and has offered help. I only wish the Maltese rescue had chosen not to reach out after we filled out their long surrender application, instead of leaving us feeling judged and unsupported. read more