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THE ADOPTION PROCESS

We cross post available dogs on Petfinder.com and our website. If you are interested in one of our dogs, fill out the Meet & Greet Preview and Application for Adoption online or download the application and fill it out completely. Although lengthy, the questions on the application allows us to help potential adopters make the right choice for them and their family and to ensure that the animals will be going to good matched homes. It also provides us security if we are conducting a Meet & Greet in our homes. Email the completed form to us. We will review your application, verify your proof of residence and your references. Once your information is verified, we will schedule a "Meet & Greet" interview with you and your family (bring your dog(s) too!). Please keep in mind our fosters are volunteers who work and we will try to acommodate your schedule as well as theirs. If the Meet & Greet interview is successful and the dog is spayed/neutered (or if a puppy, a spay/neuter contract is signed), the dog may go home with you (so please be prepared with a collar and leash).

FurKidz 911 Connection will require that all potential adopters are 21 years of age or older, provide a current picture I.D., and if renting, provide us their landlord's name and phone number to verify that they are allowed to have pets at the property. All dogs over the age of 4 months will be spayed or neutered before they are released. Puppies under 4 months will require a spay/neuter contract. Dogs will be vaccinated with their first set of shots, including rabies if over 4 months, dewormed and microchipped. With a new dog, you should also have a follow-up visit with your own vet.

For new dog owners, we have volunteers that can work with you to educate you on the traits of your new dog. We also work with several trainers that can help you (for a fee) with obedience training that will prove important in the future. We highly recommend an obedience training course.

We will make every effort to review your application quickly and will contact you via email or phone.

ADOPTING A RESCUED DOG

Many dogs end up in shelters through no fault of their own.  Not all shelter/rescue dogs are "problem dogs". 

Many times, it's because the owners no longer had time for the dog; they are moving into an apartment and can't take the dog with them; couples divorce and neither one of them can keep the dog; human tragedy, the owner dies or is moving into a nursing home; owners can't afford the cost of owning a dog; the dog is lost and can't find its owner; a new baby comes along; and the list goes on and on.

These dogs have plenty of life and love left in them...so please consider adopting.

There are many reasons why you should adopt a rescued dog:

  • You're saving a dog from being euthanized (this act of kindness is very rewarding).
  • Shelters are full and overcrowded. You will be helping to free up kennel space for another dog (at the shelter or the rescue organization's site).
  • Most rescued dogs are up-to-date with vaccines, spayed/neutered, and microchipped (the individual cost of these procedures can be expensive, plus it is already done for you).
  • Foster families have the opportunity to observe the dog and with their knowledge, they can help you find the right match for your family.
  • You can help reduce the number of puppies in the pet stores (the majority of them get their dogs from puppy mills).
  • Many of the dogs are already housebroken and/or crate trained.
  • With an older dog, you have an instant companion who can automatically go with you (almost) everywhere.
  • Many of these dogs have had basic obedience training.
  • You can miss the "oh-not-so-fun" stages of puppyhood (potty training, puppy cries in the middle of the night, chewing on your shoes or purse, etc.).
  • When given attention and training, a rescued dog can become the most wonderful dog.  They are willing to please and will form strong bonds with you and your family.  They will be your loyal companion.
  • You can provide a loving home to a dog who may not ever had one or could no longer be cared for by its owner.  These dogs want to love and be loved.
  • Most rescue organizations evaluates each dog (temperament, personality, size, etc.) before accepting them into their organization....so what you see...is what you get. 
  • Adult dogs can tolerate time alone better than puppies (and adult dogs can sleep through the night).
  • The cost of adopting a rescue dog is $100-400 (includes vaccinations or vet procedures).  The cost of purchasing from a breeder, anywhere from $300 - $2000, which may not including vaccinations or vet procedures.