Orchidmama

These people in Detroit do not seem to be true animal hoarders, but do seem to have become over extended by good intentions. In the real world of today they surely knew they need proper licensing, facilities, etc. for a business of this magnitude. Adequate and sustainable funding is also necessary so that you do not wake up one day and have no dog food, taxes are due, and the vet is demanding "at least some payment". Perhaps they do (or did) not have financial or business advisors to guide them. There is also the question (not addressed in the film) as to how they earn a living and still have time to care for the dogs. Unfortunately, a few minutes out of a crate each day is not optimal care, although is probably infinitely preferable to the dogs previous situations. We may all dislike rules and regulations, but such exist (usually developed in response to abuses by a few) and it is a waste of time to spend energy fighting them. Better to generally do what is required and save your energy for bigger battles - like fund raisers and developing a foster network. It could also be useful to join forces with an established successful rescue outfit who could guide you and help you in areas where you have no expertise. Does anyone know what has developed with these folks over 2016?

I am new to this forum and to the show. The people on the show are quite different from everyone I know. An opportunity for me to learn! My question is does anyone know how to check the financial status of the organization which I understand is a non-profit charity so that I can understand how safe it is to donate to and how well the monies are handled. This is usually (not always) public information. It must take a fortune to run their outfit!