Elsie & Goose we're the only two of five that survived a bout with Parvo. Treatment for Parvo is VERY expensive, but our little puppies are worth every penny. Goose has gone to a new home, and Elsie is patiently awaiting a family of her own. We want to continue helping any and all dogs, and are currently in need of help! Any amount contributed is just another step toward helping more animals in need! Everyone here at Deacons Hope thanks you for any and all contributions! Especially our foster animals! Thank you again!
Who We Are
Deacon's Hope was founded on Oct. 29, 2005 by Donna Smith and Family. It was inspired by their German Shepherd Deacon. Deacon was a part of their family for almost 17 years! Deacon's Hope is in dedication to him. In honor of him, Deacon's Hope will save as many lives as possible, vet them and place in the best possible homes! We cannot, and will not, turn our backs on any breed in need! DHR is an all volunteer program. We DO NOT have a shelter. All DHR animals are fostered in homes with one of our volunteer foster families.
We have a 100% spay/neuter policy.
Mission Statement
Deacon's Hope is dedicated to saving any and all breeds of dogs from kill shelters and finding the best possible placement for them. All animals will be spayed/neutered and updated on shots prior to adoption. Deacon's Hope is No Kill and adoptable animals will remain in foster care until they are adopted or indefinitely. Only animals with a terminal illness from which they will suffer, or non-placeable due to aggression will be humanely euthanized. We believe education about spaying and neutering and proper vetting is key to the prevention of unwanted pets.
Here at Deacon's Hope we are dedicated to saving the lives of "death row" dogs, and dogs with special needs. We believe all souls capable of loving are worth saving!
Adopting a friend.
An application must be submitted before meeting any DHR animal. You can have one sent to you by emailing the foster parent that is listed on your chosen friends bio! We also require a home visit!
Our adoption fee is $175.00 for dogs. $200 for puppies.
An adoption contract will be signed at the time of adoption!
Please email g.schmidt@buckeye-express.com for details!
Would You like to be a Foster?
There are way too many animals in shelters that are euthanized every hour, every day, every month, every year. Deacons Hope is in need of loving people who are willing to give a temporary home to a dog, or puppy in need! Being a foster parent is extremely rewarding and very gratifying! Even if you can only foster one foster at a time, that's another life we were able to save!
If you would like more information, please email Gayle at g.schmidt@buckeye-express.com
News
Deacon's Hope Rescue Inc. can no longer accept out of state checks for adoption fees. Sorry for the inconvenience. We will however accept PayPal as a method of payment. Thank You!
Deacon's Hope has now teamed up with 1-800-Pet-Meds!
It is yet another way for you to support rescue efforts with no out of pocket expense to you! 1-800-Pet-Meds will donate a percentage of your purchase to Deacon's Hope Rescue to help defray some of our vet costs and other expenses incurred in our efforts to save more animals!
You can help Deacons Hope by simply visiting this link for your order or using the Code DHR521 at checkout! It's that simple and will help save lives!
If you would like to donate any of these items please email!
In loving memory of souls lost
>Blaze, 6 year old German Shepherd- We will see you at the bridge big boy...you were loved by many who were touched by your gentle soul!
Noah, 7 week old German Shepherd- We love and miss you little pickles!
Elliot, 9 week old Lab mix-Our hearts were broken the day you left us little man, but we will see you again at the bridge some day!
Baby Darren, 5 week old German Shepherd mix- We tried with everything we had little peanut! Your precious little being will be embedded in our hearts forever!
Our lives will never be the same without you little ones...you will ALWAYS have a special place in our hearts and will NEVER be forgotten! Until we meet at the bridge...we love you!
Little Polly, you fought hard! Your family misses you as well as we do!
Roxie the Doxie, we are glad you spent your last days in a warm home with loving people -- You will be missed!
