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27/05/2008
Rent-A-Dog Scheme Not To Be Barked At
The introduction of a new service that allows busy people to own part-time pets has been slammed by animal welfare organisations.
Flexpetz, an American company, allows dog lovers to 'borrow' a pet once a week at a cost of £279 a month.
A Dogs Trust spokesman said: "We don’t agree with the principle of renting out a pet because animals, especially dogs, have a certain bond with their families.
"To rent it out would distress the pet."
The RSPCA has said that not giving a dog a secure routine could leave it unhappy.
According Flexpetz UK representative checks are carried out on homes to ensure the dog will be cared for.
The company has a policy of only letting a dog be hired out to a maximum of five clients.
It claims these people become "extended family members" with whom the dog is familiar.
When not on hire the dogs remain with a family, rather than in kennels.
"I wouldn’t allow a dog with anyone who gave me cause for concern." said Pippa Woolard, Flexpetz’s UK representative.
Gucci, an 18 month-old Pomeranian, is the first dog available for rent from the London operation but more are expected to be available in the future.
(GK)
Flexpetz, an American company, allows dog lovers to 'borrow' a pet once a week at a cost of £279 a month.
A Dogs Trust spokesman said: "We don’t agree with the principle of renting out a pet because animals, especially dogs, have a certain bond with their families.
"To rent it out would distress the pet."
The RSPCA has said that not giving a dog a secure routine could leave it unhappy.
According Flexpetz UK representative checks are carried out on homes to ensure the dog will be cared for.
The company has a policy of only letting a dog be hired out to a maximum of five clients.
It claims these people become "extended family members" with whom the dog is familiar.
When not on hire the dogs remain with a family, rather than in kennels.
"I wouldn’t allow a dog with anyone who gave me cause for concern." said Pippa Woolard, Flexpetz’s UK representative.
Gucci, an 18 month-old Pomeranian, is the first dog available for rent from the London operation but more are expected to be available in the future.
(GK)
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