I think it is wonderful to rescue a pet from an unwanted home. And yes, I would consider it a privledge to have a new little heart in my household. But, I would also not want to pay someone for taking on what has become their burden. They should not be trying to sell this animal, but rather rehome it. The old owners should feel privledged that someone is going to give their pet a loving home. Although I would be annoyed to pay someone for giving up their pet, I also agree that it's not safe to give pets away free. When rehoming a pet I think it's best if the old owner ask (or the new owner request) that a payment be made to an animal shelter. This way the new owner is paying for the pet (helps insure serious owners) and other needy animals (rather than a human giving up the pet) gets the money. Just my thought Risa [Posted in FML issue 4960]