I visited an animal rescue six months with the idea of adopting a cat. Of course, there were many cats, all in very small cages of their own. A friend suggested a cat that looks like my cat who had recently died.
I liked an adult cat who was labeled "shy." She was not shy with me at the shelter. I am so glad I gave her a home. She always wants to be close to me (in the same room).
If lives of pets are extended by a drug, it may mean homeless dogs have even less change of adoption.