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 To view adoptable pets please follow this link RESERVATION REWARDS ANIMAL RESCUE ADOPTION POLICY Our Policy is also downloadable on the Forms & Links Page - The best possible match always takes precedence over who came first. Please do not take it personally if another family is chosen for a specific dog. We foster our dogs in private homes for anywhere from one to four months (or more) in order to get to know them and their needs. Our decisions are based on that knowledge and the history of the dog, along with the circumstances and/or schedules of the adopter. Some dogs require less alone time than others. Still some are in need of more schooling. Others may be best suited with or without other pets or children. There are many factors involved in the decision-making process and one’s ability to love and nurture a dog is not the only criteria.
- We make every effort to learn as much as we can about the temperament, health, training level, behavioral issues, special needs, and history of each dog. Each dog is hands-on evaluated prior to placement and introductions to other pets and family members in the household are conducted before approval to adopt.
- All of our adoptions require that the dog live indoors as a member of the family. NO EXCEPTIONS
- A safe, secure, fenced yard and clean indoor sleeping area is required.
- All adoptions require an initial phone interview PRIOR to being shown any available dogs, followed by a home visit.
- Tethering as a means of containment or transport in the open bed of a pick up truck is in violation of the terms of our adoption contract and can result in repossession.
- All adoptions are under contract and allow for a two week trial period during which adoption fees are refunded (less an administrative fee $50-$75) should the placement prove unsuccessful.
- ALL, contracts require that, after an initial acclimation period (not to exceed 2 months), you and your dog be enrolled in and complete an approved obedience class, with Sheila K. Iyengar, Lotus Dog Training & Boarding at owners expense. This is accessed on a case by case bases, taking all variables into account. For most dogs not all a trainer chosen by the new owners ie Petco, Petsmart, or other private trainers is acceptable. For some of our dogs because of their breed, temprement, and past history it is required that they do training with Sheila K. Iyengar, Lotus Dog Training & Boarding. Certificates and or reciepts can be mailed or emailed upon completion.
- When looking into a third dog, we ask that you consider the impact that adding a third dog will have on the dynamic of your existing pack, as well as whether or not you really have the time to give each dog the individual attention they need. We discourage third dog adoptions and do those adoptions only under very specific circumstances. We also require that any and all dogs already in residence be spayed/neutered and current on vaccinations.
- All rescue dogs are required to be spayed or neutered, vaccinated and micro chipped prior to adoption.
- Renters are required to provide written proof from the owner of the property stating that you have permission to have a dog on their property.
- If you have just moved into a new home and your rear yard is all dirt, we are unable to place a dog with you until there is dust containment in the form of grass or gravel or both. This is due to the skyrocketing incidence of Valley Fever we are seeing in such environments. We will be happy to work with you after your yard is landscaped.
- We follow up with all of our placements for a minimum of one year.
- Minimum age for adopters is 25 years.
- Folks in their 60's to 80's are all different, as are their lifestyles, health and activity levels. Generally speaking, however, we prefer not to place very young dogs with the elderly. We ask that you seriously consider the dog's needs and be realistic as to how well you are able to fulfill them. Please give thought to any physical challenges, as well as your ability to accommodate the dog's need for exercise, training and socialization. What might have worked very well in the past may not be quite the same now. Keeping the dog's best interest in mind usually results in a successful placement.
- We are available to address questions, problems or concerns for the life of the dog; however, we are not responsible for any bills (veterinary or otherwise) which occur after the dog has been adopted.
- Lassie, Rin Tin Tin and Toto don't show up in rescue. We rarely get the elegantly coifed, classically beautiful, completely trained, perfectly behaved dogs. We get dogs that other people have incompetently bred, inadequately socialized, ineffectively "trained" and treated badly. They've been pushed from one lousy situation to another. Some have never had proper veterinary care, kind, consistent training or sufficient company. They've lived outside, in a crate or in the basement or yard. They're scared, depressed and anxious. Some are sick. Some have given up. But we are rescue and we don't give up. We never give up on a dog. We know that a dog is a living being, with a spirit and a heart and feelings and they deserve as much love and care and respect as the next Westminster champion.
- So please, please don't come to rescue in the hopes of getting a "perfectly trained" dog or getting a "bargain" or indeed of "getting" anything. Come to rescue to give, to love, to save a life-and to mend your own spirit. For a rescue dog will reward you in ways you never thought possible.
- BTW...we also get papered, trained, balanced and well cared for healthy dogs that are simply victims of circumstances or life's changes; illness, death, financial difficulties, natural disasters and divorce. And when you get one these from us, consider yourself blessed.
ADOPTION FEES: Adoption fees vary with each dog and typically range from $250.00 to $300.00. They are set, taking into account the dog's age, training level, medical condition(s) if any, and other factors. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, micro chipped, heart worm, valley , lyme and tick fever tested. They are all house broken, crate trained, and socialized with people and other dogs*. Dependent on the amount of time they are with us they are obedience trained basic through advanced. Some dogs require that hundreds of dollars and many weeks or months be spent before they are ready for adoption, others do not. Adoption fees are used, not only to rescue and place the dog you are personally adopting, but to aid in the future rescue and rehabilitation of other deserving dogs. Adoption fees are necessary. If we did not charge adoption fees, our rescue efforts would quickly come to an end. Our greatest expenses include the cost of: gas, microchips, vet visits & surgery, blood work and lab fees, spays/neuters, medications, vaccinations, dog food, collars, leashes, crates & toys, websites, domain names and ISPs, and sometimes we even have to pay adoption fees to rescue a dog. Office expenses add up as well. Rescue is an expensive undertaking, both financially and emotionally; we are motivated strictly by our passion and concern for dogs. We are volunteers. We volunteer our time...countless hours every day...knowledge and experience. We are by no means wealthy. We do not make a profit and seldom break even. Adoption fees come in and go right back out to the next rescued dog. Reservation Rewards Animal Rescue is a non profit charity which relies solely on donations. ADOPTION PROCESS AFTER you fill out and return adoption questionnaire, you will be contacted a R.R.A.R. adoption specialist for a phone interview. There after a meet and greet can be set up. before any fostering or adoption can begin a home inspection must be conducted byR.R.A.R. Fostering: Here are some of the reasons why adoption is a very wise choice in bringing an animal into the family: - Animals that have been in foster care are housebroken, or advanced in the training! Many know basic obedience commands.
- Many rescue animals are adults. You get to avoid the puppy/kitten stage (shredded shoes, torn carpeting, etc.)
- Rescued animals seem to know they are lucky to have a second lease on life, and are very devoted to their adoptive families. Animals can bond to a new family at any age!
- Living in foster care makes rescue animals well socialized. They often get along well with other animals, and with almost all types of people.
- Animals from RRAR are up to date on all of their medical needs, and have already been spayed or neutered. That saves the adopter a lot of money!
- Foster families know the personality of each animal, so adoptive families can make informed decisions about their newest member.
Volunteers for RRAR will help the adoption go smoothly, and check back after the animal has gone home to make sure everyone is happy. We make sure things are good throughout the life of the animal! RRAR Responsiblility - Supply crate for housebreaking, food bowls, toy, collar, and leash
- Pay for all necessary veterinary care, as well as heartworm, flea & tick preventative
- List the animal on our website, as well as numerous other web listings
- Screen potential adopters
- Provide mentoring and moral support throughout fostering
- Provide animal food as much as possible
- Check references for potential adopter
Foster Family Responsibility - Care for the animal on a day-to-day basis, including housebreaking, using positive reinforcement
- Taking the animal to and from veterinarian for spay/neuter surgery
- Provide updates on the animal's behavioral and health progress
- Bring the animal to adoption and fundraising events as needed
- Assist in choosing adoptive home (since the foster home knows the animal best)
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