Jezzie's Place Rescue
Our Mission
Our mission is to save dogs from overcrowded shelters, focusing on misunderstood breeds, dogs on urgent lists, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs. Then matching those dogs with loving adopters and providing continued support and guidance throughout the dog’s life.
We also strive to keep beloved pets in their homes when possible and are committed to supporting our local communities.
We believe that every animal deserves a safe, happy, enriched life.
Adoption Policy
Our adoption process is dynamic and is focused solely on meeting the needs of the dogs in our care and placing them with the best adopters possible. This may mean multiple meet and greets with humans and/or other dogs, home visit, a short trial period at the new home, special requirements, etc. depending on the dog's needs.
We do NOT operate on a first-come first-serve basis, which means we match adopters based on the needs and temperament of the dog, and not who submitted their application first. Please understand that it is not guaranteed that you will be able to adopt a specific dog you’re interested in.
What you can expect from the typical adoption process:
* Submit an adoption application
* After we receive your application, we’ll contact you by email within 2 days
* Phone call chat with a rescue team member
* Rescue will check veterinary references
* Rescue will check landlord reference (if applicable)
* In-person visit at Jezzie's Place with rescue dog, everyone who lives in the home, and any other dog(s) that live in the home
* Any extra steps needed for the dog’s success and well-being
* If all goes well, we schedule a time for you to bring your new dog home (we typically do not do same day adoptions)
* Sign adoption contract and pay adoption fee
* Welcome your new family member home!
When you adopt from Jezzie’s Place, you also receive:
* A thorough description of everything we know about your dog: likes, dislikes, fears, favorite toys, play style, quirks, any evals with other animals, etc.
* Any medical history we have on your dog: health certificates, exams, vaccine history, surgeries, imaging, treatments, prescriptions, etc.
* Small amount of dry food to help transition your dog to whatever food you choose to feed once home (we can offer recommendations if you would like)
* Collar
* Leash
* Continued support and guidance throughout your dog’s life!
Support & Guidance Beyond Adoption:
We remain committed to our rescue dogs and their adoptive families throughout the dog’s entire life. If there are any problems or concerns with their health or well-being, we are here to help. Adopters can always ask us for advice or guidance!
If for any reason during your dog’s life you are unable to keep your dog, you must return your dog to Jezzie’s Place Rescue.