Tips on animal shelters?

Not related to bikes, but without exception everyone I've met through the Chainlink has been a good, decent person, so thought this would be a good place to ask—anyone have experience with any animal shelters? I'm looking to adopt a dog into a family with one near-six-year-old and one extremely grumpy old cat, so it would be nice to know if any shelters are especially keyed in on matching the right dog to the right family. There's very little chance we would go for anything but a no-kill shelter, but I wouldn't rule out going elsewhere in certain circumstances. Thanks in advance!

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Permalink Reply by Amy on August 7, 2010 at 11:30am

PS. Correction: The classes are very important for dogs at every age!

Amy Abramson said:

Take advantage of the classes Anti-Cruelty offers - you cannot underestimate the importance of socialization/obedience for puppies. Do it ASAP. Don't wait.

The Anti-Cruelty trainers are some of the best regarded in the city. Rates are discounted for Anti-Cruelty adopters, I believe.

Btw, my dog is an Anti-Cruelty alum too!

Dr. Doom said:
Thanks for the great advice, all. I ended up going to the Anti-Cruelty Society, who matched us with a ridiculously sweet and energetic fox terrier. It will take some doing to have him and the grumpy cat get along, but it will clearly be doable, and I'd definitely recommend Anti-Cruelty.

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Permalink Reply by T.C. O'Rourke on August 7, 2010 at 11:30pm

Yeah, Anti-Cruelty rocks. I had my Daisy spayed there... for free! Special for Pit Bulls.

(I'd like to remember that I gave them some cash...)

Anyway, congratulations... the hunt is on!