Every adoption, whether of a dog or cat, is an act of generosity but also an act of extreme responsibility that must be made with the awareness that it is a choice that cannot be dictated by occasional circumstances, but must be valid forever. Whether you prefer a small puppy or large dogs, half-breeds or other dog breeds, taking an animal means taking on a serious, long-term commitment. Adopting a dog from the kennel or from the auction does not change the substance of a choice that cannot be made lightly. The operators and volunteers are always very careful to evaluate well who offers and is willing to adopt an animal “for free”. Those who present themselves with the idea of giving a dog as a gift, or giving a cat as a gift, for example, leave on the wrong foot because an animal can never be considered a “gift” that can be more or less welcome and perhaps in the future given to third parties. Even the factor “I make a surprise” is not a good start to welcome an animal on whose choice and presence in the house must be all involved and agree immediately. An animal is a member of the family and will condition the choices of the other members forever. A dog and a cat, especially if they have already suffered an abandonment, absolutely cannot run the risk of being welcome in a house and in a family for a limited time, with the stress of having to adapt then to new conditions.