I have adopted two kitties in my life. My RB Tuxie, Tex, and my latest adoptee, Cali. The place from which I got Tex was in Massachusetts (I lived there, then). The organization was NEADs, and the woman that has a hand in it is still there today, and about as marvelous a person as I could hope for. It was a seemless adoption. I can remember that day like it was yesterday.

The next place- lo these 15 years later, was a bit different. Still 'ok', but, different. So, maybe there are some places out there that have gotten burned, and are mistrusting (though of people like VC and MM, I have no idea why).

All I can say is if anyone ever wants a puppy or a dog, give me 10 days and I can find you one, no hassles, no nothing (well, there is usually a pull fee).