A potential adopter must have a knowledge of horses, adequate shelter and grazing land, references, and be able to provide good care for the animal.

"We believe more potential adopters will be encouraged to come forward if they know this support is there."

Petfinder has always been a free service for shelters and rescue groups as well as potential adopters.

Because black dogs do not photograph well, lighter-colored dogs have an advantage with potential adopters browsing the site.

However, appearance in general does play a role in potential adopters' selection of shelter dogs.

Shelter workers must also screen out potential adopters who want fighting dogs.

The bureau is supposed to screen out potential adopters who plan to turn a quick profit by selling cheap horses for slaughter.

Giving the dogs an uncommon name is one of the ways the Elders give the dogs a singular personality for potential adopters.

Try to read a potential adopter's personality and expectations.