We Love Shar Pei

06/14/2026

06/14/2026

Be honest. Say yes or no?

06/13/2026

"Just say hi so we know you're still active in this group!"💥

06/13/2026

Should every state require shelters to check animal cruelty records before approving adoptions? 🐾 For many animal advocates, the answer seems obvious. If someone has a documented history of abusing or neglecting animals, should they be allowed to adopt another one without additional scrutiny?
Animal shelters work hard to find safe, loving homes for vulnerable dogs, cats, and other animals. The goal is not just to place animals quickly, but to ensure they are going to people who will care for them responsibly and compassionately.
Supporters of mandatory cruelty-record checks argue that shelters should have access to the same kind of information used to protect children, vulnerable adults, and communities. They believe that known animal abusers should not be given easy access to more animals who could potentially become victims.
Others raise questions about privacy, due process, rehabilitation, and whether past offenders who have genuinely changed should be permanently restricted from adoption. Some also point out that not all jurisdictions maintain comprehensive or accessible animal cruelty databases.
Still, many people believe that when it comes to protecting animals, prevention is better than regret.
The question is simple: if a shelter has the ability to identify someone with a history of animal cruelty, should checking those records be required before approving an adoption?
Do you think every state should require shelters to check animal cruelty records before placing animals in new homes? 🐾❤️

06/12/2026

Shar Pei are stunning. 🖤 Here's what makes them different.👇