WHO WE ARE: We are a volunteer, independent, all breed, small dog rescue organization, based in Southern Ontario. We are non funded and we do not seek donations except for a few exceptional and expensive medical cases. Ours, is a very unique rescue group because of the "long distance" rescue work we have chosen to do. We are dedicated to helping find excellent homes for dogs from far away small town pounds of which most are high kill as well as a few local owner surrendered dogs, when all other options have been exhausted. We co-ordinate adoptions of these dogs to caring and loving homes. Our relationship with our adopters is based on trust and a common goal to help save a particular dog's life. We draw the first half of the rescue circle and our adopters draw the second half and close this life saving circle: without these very special people, we could not save one dog from being euthenized.
The majority of our dogs are cared for locally, by our foster volunteers. But sometimes, because we do not have a shelter and we have few foster homes especially for large size dogs, we need our adopters assistance to take part in our life saving endeavor. hence our "foster to adopt" program, which is only available to dogs who are still at their local pound and for whom we have no foster home open to take them in. This is when we need to receive a committment from a potential adopter, that he/she will take the dog home upon its arrival from the pound. Only then, can we pull the dog out of his pound and have him transported hundreds of kilometers to us. We understand that this type of adoption is not for everyone. However, our very low return ratio of dogs who are placed in "foster to adopt" homes, clearly demonstrates that adopters who partake in this life saving program are very devoted animals lovers and are totally committed to the cause and prove to be rescuers in their own right. For serious potential family who is still undecided about committing to having a pet on a permanent basis, or worry about the dog being suitable for their household, our "foster to adopt" program might be the solution. Please inquire about it. Please open your heart and home to a needy pet. You can help us save a life.
We favour a more heart to heart approach. Below, you will find our Adoption Applicaton. If you wish to pursue adopting a dog through our rescue group, please email us your completed application. Your application will be reviewed and a notice will be emailed to you upon approval. I MPORTANT:please mention in your email that you need to receive the adoptions policies which are not included here.
1) Can you please tell us about yourself, including your age and occupation, family, age of children, pets if any (please give us details about their temperament and personality), if altered, there are any pet allergies in the family, dog experience, type of dwelling and back yard, owned or rented, training and exercise plans, grooming expenses expected, who will be the primary caregiver, how long will the dog be alone during the day, where will he be kept during the day, night, your views on spay/neuter, why do you choose to adopt a rescue dog and who will take care of the dog when you are away for an extended period. Would you choose to return the dog right away if an unexpected health problem occurred?
Why you have chosen to adopt a rescue dog? Are you prepared to work with your adopted dog to overcome an issue should some difficulty come up? Will you be open to bringing your rescue dog to obedience school for additional training, if necessary?
Please give us a vet ref. if you have one. If a scheduled visit to your home by a volunteer, before or after adoption, is welcomed.
2) We also would like to know what type of dog you are thinking of adopting: age, size, gender, pure or mix breed. This info will help us select the most suitable pet for your household. Thanks for your inquiry and your information. Full name, complete address, home and business tel # are required.
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