I think this is a great idea. Not only did I get a great dog. I also gained a friend.After I put an application in on this dog, in two days the owners reached out to me to let me know I was chosen to be their doggies new mommy. I was ecstatic!! After putting in 7 applications on various dogs in different rescues and shelters, no one ever got back to me.I absolutely agree this is a great way to adopt!!!