Adopt
Adoption is a commitment to provide a dog with safety, patience, appropriate veterinary care, training, and a permanent home. Our process is designed to identify a responsible match between each dog and adopter.
Our Adoption Process
- 1Review available dogs.
- 2Read the dog's full profile and requirements.
- 3Submit an adoption application.
- 4Participate in a phone or video conversation.
- 5Complete reference, veterinary, landlord, or home checks when applicable.
- 6Meet the dog.
- 7Review and sign the adoption agreement.
- 8Pay the applicable adoption fee.
- 9Complete the transition and follow-up process.
What You Should Know Before Applying
- Submitting an application does not guarantee adoption.
- The rescue may decline an application when the placement is not considered appropriate.
- Information must be accurate and complete.
- Adoption criteria should be applied consistently.
- Fees and requirements may differ based on a dog's age and medical needs.
- The website must not promise that every dog is fully trained or compatible with every household.