We know that adopting a pet, volunteering, or supporting our shelter can bring up many questions. To help make your experience as smooth and rewarding as possible, we’ve put together answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
Our adoption fee typically ranges from $450 to $650 for most of our dogs.
All of our dogs come with a New Hampshire Health Certificate and receive comprehensive veterinary care before adoption. They are up-to-date on Rabies, DHLPP booster, and Bordetella vaccinations, sterilized, microchipped, and have received initial doses of heartworm prevention and flea & tick preventatives to ensure their health and well-being.
The adoption process begins with submitting an adoption application, where we gather information about your family, lifestyle, and references (both veterinary and personal). Once we have pre-screened your application, we will reach out to schedule a meet and greet. We encourage all family members - including your furry ones - to attend!
If a potential match is found, we will proceed with a home visit and reference checks. From there, the selection process is based on identifying the best fit for both the adopter and the pet. Once chosen, the final steps include signing an adoption contract and completing payment.
Our goal is to ensure a loving and lasting match for both you and your new companion!
We strive to remain open-minded when reviewing adoption applications, understanding that the right home can come in many different forms. Our goal is to ensure that each dog is matched with the best possible family based on their environment, experience, and lifestyle.
Since every dog has unique needs, we encourage adopters - whether through our organization or any other rescue or shelter - to be completely transparent about their situation. By doing so, shelter staff can provide informed recommendations on which dog(s) may be the best fit. This means being open to the possibility that the perfect match may not always be the one that initially caught your eye.
At the heart of our process is a commitment to finding loving, lasting homes where both the adopter and the dog can thrive together.
Selecting the best home for each dog is one of the most important and challenging responsibilities we have. Our process is never based on a "first come, first served" approach. When multiple families express interest in the same dog, we carefully review and compare all aspects of each application, considering the information provided and our understanding of the dog’s needs.
While we understand that it can be disappointing if you're not selected for your first-choice dog, an approval for adoption means we are still committed to helping you find the right match. If your application is otherwise approved, we’ll be happy to work with you to find a dog that’s best suited for your home and lifestyle.
Many of the dogs we rescue come from Puerto Rico, where they are often found as strays and lovingly referred to as “Satos.” Despite facing hardships on the streets, these resilient dogs make some of the most loyal and loving family pets we’ve ever known.
We also take in many dogs from animal control facilities in the Southern U.S., often saving them just days—or even hours—before scheduled euthanasia. These "death row" pups come in all breeds, sizes, and backgrounds, and many were once cherished pets before ending up in overcrowded shelters.
Less frequently, we also intake dogs from Europe, ensuring that no matter where they come from, they have the opportunity for a second chance at a loving home.
Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome these incredible dogs, giving them the care and compassion they deserve while finding them the perfect forever family.
Many of our dogs integrate happily into homes with children and/or other pets, but placement decisions are made on a case-by-case basis since we have limited ability to fully test for compatibility.
If you have other pets or young children at home, please include this information in your application. Our goal is to ensure the best possible match for both your family and the dog!
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