I would call the small animal shelter so that they can explain to you and the family the guidelines that are in place for those wishing to adopt a small breed from them. We have been fostering dog for the small animal shelter for over a year and was amazed and impressed on how detailed of an interview they go through with those wishing to adopt from them. They are very serious to who they allow to adopt a rescued dog. The cost for the adoption of one of there dogs are not cheap. Which is good because it prevents just anybody from adopting the dogs who are not serious in providing a loving home. Maybe this would help in their decision to place their dog with the shelter if they can no longer care for their small breed pet.
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