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We are getting a dog! Advise needed.

I have some questions about how to best bring a new dog into a new home. [more inside]
posted by neblina_matinal on Jun 13, 2013 - 16 answers

 

Kitten adoption - How to predict future domestic short-hair happiness?

Kitten adoption - How to predict future domestic short-hair happiness? [more inside]
posted by citygirl on Jun 7, 2013 - 26 answers

Book recommendations for preparing to adopt (possibly)

I am seeking book recommendations to prepare myself and my husband for adoption. Do you know of any reading material that is just fantastic and must be read, or that was very helpful to you? Further clarification inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 2, 2013 - 9 answers

Questions on adopting a dog, with consideration for desert and a baby

My wife and I have talked of adopting a dog for a while. Following the untimely passing of one of our cats, this is more feasible, and could help console us. But we have questions for adopting a dog in our desert climate, and on dogs coming into a family with a baby, and a cat. And we're concerned about being good owners, as our time at home is limited during the week. Also, we're discussing what a good age range for an adoptable dog would be. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on May 3, 2013 - 31 answers

Adoption and Polyamory

What are the chances an openly polyamorous couple could adopt an older child from the foster system? [more inside]
posted by tomatofruit on Apr 17, 2013 - 13 answers

Should I keep this cat?

I impulsively adopted a Maine Coon mix over the weekend. Now I'm realizing this may have been a stupid thing to do given I have a Persian and am already drowning in cat fur. Should I return him before I get too attached? [more inside]
posted by raw sugar on Apr 15, 2013 - 27 answers

Finding homes for cat and kitten in Austin, bonus estrus edition

A sweet mama cat and her kitten were abandoned at a friend's house outside of Austin. I agreed to foster them for a bit, but we're going on week three, and tensions are building between the fosters and my two regular kitties. Bonus complication: Mama cat has now gone into heat (I think). Yikes. [more inside]
posted by pantarei70 on Apr 8, 2013 - 6 answers

Late 30s, unplanned pregnancy, unstable relationship, confused

Late 30s, unplanned pregnancy, unstable relationship, confused. This is my first time posting here so please bear with me. I'm in my late 30s, divorced, with a 9-year-old child. For the past 2 years, I've been involved with a man I love dearly...however, our relationship has always been rather tumultuous. He has bipolar disorder, and when we met, he was not taking medication or under any type of psychiatric care. I didn't know how to handle his mood swings, irrational accusations of infidelity/dishonesty, and controlling behaviors so I broke up with him. A few months later he contacted me and said he was under the care of a psychiatrist, medicated, and stable. We got back together. Things were better, but still rocky at times. We were engaged for a few months last fall, had another falling out, and got back together. We decided it was best to hold off on marriage for a while. He owns his home but is currently unemployed, living off savings and has tenants who are essentially covering the mortgage. [more inside]
posted by kribensa on Apr 3, 2013 - 55 answers

A Children's Book About Adoption

I'm looking for a book meant for small children, probably around age 6, about adoption. The cover pictures a white couple with two adopted (non-caucasian, I think, probably of different races) children. It would have been available at least in 1987-1990 (kind of fuzzy on the year) in New Jersey or thereabouts, USA. It was an English language book. [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea on Mar 14, 2013 - 7 answers

When to tell him he's not my biological child?

My wife and I have a 3 year old, which for the sake of anonymity we will call John. He is the joy of my life, but biologically speaking, not mine. I am wondering if we should tell him, if so, how, and at what age we should tell him? Any Mefites who have experience either adopting or being adopted who have helpful input on this, it would be greatly appreciated. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 1, 2013 - 32 answers

Which kitten should we adopt?

We are thinking of adding another cat to our household, and need help choosing the right one - shy or outgoing? [more inside]
posted by tr0ubley on Feb 24, 2013 - 14 answers

What's wrong with this dog?

I adopted a dog on Saturday, a Silky Terrier mix. He had just gotten to the pound the day I adopted him, having been dropped off by a family who said they couldn't afford him. He's a very sweet dog and hasn't made a peep since I got him (seriously, not even a whine). Thing is, he won't eat. He's eaten maybe five tiny pieces of Kibbles and Bits and hasn't relieved himself in solid form, despite many walks. I finally gave in and gave him canned food and he took a bite, then ran off with the remainder, dropping it in the middle of the hallway and not touching it after that. [more inside]
posted by amiableamy on Feb 11, 2013 - 36 answers

Dog Ownership 101

What's it like to be a first-time dog owner? [more inside]
posted by Sara C. on Feb 9, 2013 - 54 answers

How Can Living in a Multiracial Household Affect an Adopted Child

I am of one race/ethnicity; my partner is of another. No kids. How will adopting a child from a third background impact him/her? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 30, 2013 - 22 answers

Mail order wedding?

Is adopting a dog sight-unseen foolish? [more inside]
posted by InkaLomax on Jan 28, 2013 - 30 answers

Another exciting round of NAME. THAT. DOG!

NAME. THIS. DOG! [more inside]
posted by Quincy on Jan 27, 2013 - 68 answers

Adoption. Where do I go to learn more?

Adoption. There's too much about it on the internet. Can you help me find the wheat without dealing with too much chaff? [more inside]
posted by Anonymousness on Jan 6, 2013 - 15 answers

Help my younger cousin learn to love her skin.

How can I help my adopted cousin learn to love her skin? Have you been part of a transracial family? What did you find helpful or comforting? [more inside]
posted by turniphead on Dec 17, 2012 - 15 answers

To seek or not to seek?

My bf was adopted out of Asia. He's never sought out his birth parents. Should I encourage him to? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 1, 2012 - 43 answers

all I know about cats I learned from Garfield

What do I need to consider when working with Santa to put a surprise kitten under the tree on Christmas morning? [more inside]
posted by headnsouth on Nov 24, 2012 - 22 answers

A dog without politics in Seattle?

I am looking to adopt a dog, but first I want more information. I live in Seattle. I'd love to find a dog group/dog place where I can go, ask questions, maybe even get to know some different dogs, but I've lived in Seattle for more than 20 years and I've seen how ridiculous, make-PETA-look-sane, over the top animal people here can be. Is there a dog place/group in Seattle that is kind to people? [more inside]
posted by susandennis on Nov 15, 2012 - 14 answers

Closed casket, closed records?

failover in adoption records opening requests: what happens if a party is deceased? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark on Oct 22, 2012 - 6 answers

How to adopt a Boston Terrier, without waiting months?

What's the best way to adopt a Boston Terrier (without waiting months and months)? [more inside]
posted by amoeba on Oct 21, 2012 - 9 answers

Life choices are hard.

I have one daughter, she is 5.5. We always planned on having 3 children, but spacing turned into fertility issues turned into daughter will likely be 8 by the time we actually manage to have another offspring. Help me figure out the various pros/cons of having 2 more kids v. having 1 more kid/adopting a school age kid/ having 1 more kid/ leaving well enough alone. [more inside]
posted by dadici on Oct 15, 2012 - 33 answers

Can a rescue organization claim a dog as their own for its entire life?

How much legal weight does a shelter dog adoption agreement carry if the original adopter (who signed the agreement) has died? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 11, 2012 - 10 answers

Adopting a baby. We want to. Who should we work with?

Adopting a baby. We want to. Who should we work with? [more inside]
posted by fugitivefromchaingang on Sep 24, 2012 - 4 answers

At this rate, there will be sixteen by next week.

Cool or uncool: your spouse gets a second dog from a local shelter without asking or consulting you? [more inside]
posted by fatllama on Sep 7, 2012 - 88 answers

Help me not open a can of worms.

Can you recommend a reputable adoption blog? (for discussion and self-education) [more inside]
posted by maryr on Sep 5, 2012 - 7 answers

Of Fathers and Sons and DNA

My father's grandfather was adopted with very little paperwork or evidence trail as to his biological origins. Earlier this year, my father's uncle got his DNA tested. Unfortunately, the closest Y-DNA relative we've isolated from the tests is 13 generations back. But, I have a related question: All of the matches, through multiple services (having manually entered the data into other services) have a wide variety of non-repeating last names. Given that Y-DNA matches father-to-son, wouldn't there be at least some names repeating? [more inside]
posted by thanotopsis on Aug 30, 2012 - 25 answers

Do I have to choose between my son, or, my dad & stepmom?

My father and stepmother have rejected my son, after I placed him in an Open Adoption following his birth earlier this year. How do I deal with important family events where both parties would be welcome and invited? Snowflake details within. [more inside]
posted by erasorhed on Aug 6, 2012 - 21 answers

Should I put my dog down?

Should I euthanize my healthy, but difficult dog? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 23, 2012 - 64 answers

Help my wife prove her identity to the German Consulate

My wife, a card-carrying permanent resident alien living in the U.S., allowed her German passport to expire and is seeking a renewal through the German Consulate in New York City. She has her documentation mostly in order, including German birth certificate, but needs to show proof of a name change that took place during an adoption in Iowa when she was four years old. Difficulty: Iowa adoption records are sealed. Looking for advice on how to best request a copy of the documentation, or provide a suitable alternative. Comprehensive details inside. [more inside]
posted by Joey Bagels on Jul 23, 2012 - 5 answers

Chihuahua Puppy Guides?

In the wake of a recent hoarding incident in Pennsylvania a local shelter has a large number of chihuahuas who will soon be needing permanent homes. I have previous experience dogsitting a family member's chihuahua for long periods of time so I know how to take care of adults, but some puppies are also available for adoption and I think that might be a rewarding experience. Everyone in the household has experience with dogs, but we have not raised a puppy. I was wondering if you could link me to the best guides for what to expect and how to raise a puppy, and specifically for the unique challenges of a chihuahua puppy. [more inside]
posted by furiousxgeorge on Jul 22, 2012 - 4 answers

This Cat's Never Gonna Leave the Bed, Will He.

New cat is not exploring new home. How do we convince him we are nice people? [more inside]
posted by amicamentis on Jun 27, 2012 - 24 answers

What to Expect When You May or May Not Become Instaparents Tomorrow! No, jk, next year! No really, next week!

My husband and I are in the waiting stage of domestic newborn adoption with an excellent agency. We have reason to believe that our wait is likely to be a short one (0-6 months), and could go from "Hello, you've made a match" to "Guess what, it's time to meet the baby -- like, now" in a nanosecond (these are late 3rd trimester matches). In the meantime, we're trying to get ourselves ready to be ready to be parents, and to put our various houses in order before the much-longed-for life-altering event happens. Parents of AskMe, what do we need to do to make ourselves ready? Added complications inside! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 12, 2012 - 27 answers

Houston cat adoption filter: Can you help us find a home for Joe?

How can we find a good home in Houston for an adult cat who needs to be an "only" cat? [more inside]
posted by timeo danaos on May 31, 2012 - 9 answers

What's in a name that which we call a rose?

Would an adopted child take on both parents surnames in the case of same-sex parents? [more inside]
posted by cazoo on May 27, 2012 - 31 answers

hi dad! oh yeah, you're a dad btw.

meeting dad... who doesn't know he's a dad. [more inside]
posted by crawfo on May 25, 2012 - 34 answers

Perparing to adopt a teenager.

Attention therapists, social workers, and counselors of Metafilter: Suggestions of books and resources to equip a couple in their late fifties planning on adopting a 17 year old girl. [more inside]
posted by Poppa Bear on May 16, 2012 - 6 answers

Custody and Polyamory

Can more than two parents have full legal (and physical) custody of a child? [more inside]
posted by karminai on May 5, 2012 - 11 answers

Help name an animal adoption van

Help come up with a clever name for a mobile animal adoption van [more inside]
posted by Graygorey on Apr 7, 2012 - 33 answers

Picking a side

Interstate custody battle. Should we get involved? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 2, 2012 - 26 answers

What is the 'right' decision?

Mefi animal lovers, I adopted two bunnies ~6 months ago from the local house rabbits society. A few surgeries later, my finances are on the brink. I am now up a creek, and thinking about returning them to the society. How can I be sure I am making the best decision possible for all parties involved?(bonus, adorable pics!) [more inside]
posted by satori_movement on Mar 6, 2012 - 12 answers

Should we find our dog a new home?

Help me think through whether we ought to find a new home for our dog. Long, special-snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by linettasky on Feb 22, 2012 - 15 answers

Second dog or not?

Should I get a second dog? [more inside]
posted by and hey Charlie on Feb 13, 2012 - 19 answers

Need Some Comebacks

Help me think of a few comebacks to say to people to knock them off their high horses when they try to guilt me into adopting both children and animals by making me feel inhumane, uncharitable, and selfish if I don't. [more inside]
posted by squirtle on Jan 2, 2012 - 67 answers

Calming strategies/advice for impending older-child adoption?

Best way to calm new adoptive parent fears and prepare for attachment issues? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 29, 2011 - 13 answers

International Adoption

International Adoption - What should we look for in an agency here and abroad? [more inside]
posted by bitteroldman on Dec 5, 2011 - 16 answers

Impact of having kids vs. adoption

I vaguely remember reading an argument that in some situations, giving birth to a kid or two rather than adopting is not particularly worse (perhaps environmentally, or in terms of effects on population growth, or resource consumption, or something along those lines--the big picture/the global future.) Yes, I realize this sounds counterintuitive, but can anyone point me to such an argument? [more inside]
posted by needs more cowbell on Dec 1, 2011 - 6 answers

So why don't you just adopt?

Adoption after infertility and loss: how did you reconcile the grief of not conceiving a biological child and come to find joy in the process of adopting? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 29, 2011 - 14 answers

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