What is How I Met My Dog?
How I Met My Dog customizes the dog adoption experience by matching adopters with dogs based on detailed compatibility factors, using a proprietary P.E.T. Profile™ algorithm. This approach evaluates personality, expectations, and training styles across more than 30 compatibility levels, increasing the likelihood of successful, lasting pet relationships.
Users are guided through a step-by-step process, beginning with a survey to identify their unique characteristics as a pet parent, followed by personalized dog matches and a streamlined application process for shelters, rescues, or private rehomers. By focusing on both human and canine behavior, the platform aims to create satisfying lifelong matches between people and dogs.
Features
- Compatibility Matching: Uses proprietary P.E.T. Profile™ to assess over 30 compatibility levels.
- Behavior-Based Algorithm: Matches based on lifestyle and behavior traits of adopters and dogs.
- Personalized Survey: Identifies adopter personality and pet parenting style.
- Streamlined Application: Direct application to shelters, rescues, or private rehomers using a common form.
- Trusted Dog Listings: Matches come from verified rescue partners and families.
- Free Matching Service: Users can access custom matches at no cost.
Use Cases
- Finding a dog that fits seamlessly with a specific lifestyle.
- Improving adoption success rates for shelters and rescues.
- Supporting families rehoming a pet with trustworthy matches.
- Guiding first-time adopters through a structured adoption process.
- Reducing return rates of adopted dogs by ensuring compatibility before placement.
FAQs
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How does the matching process work?
The platform uses a proprietary P.E.T. Profile™ to evaluate both adopter and dog characteristics, generating compatibility-based matches tailored to each user. -
Is there a fee to get matched with a dog?
No, the matching service is provided free of charge to users. -
Can I apply directly to shelters or rescues through the site?
Yes, the site allows users to apply directly to shelters, rescues, or private rehomers using a common application.
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