Adoption Procedures/Fees:
A successful adoption depends on both the selection of the right dog for your household and the understanding of the dog's caretaking needs. So that we may assist you with this selection, you will be asked to complete an Adoption Application. PAWS Adoption Application.doc This may be done verbally or written. Please answer the questions as completely as possible.
All information provided is kept confidential and is used only for the purpose of the operations of P.A.W.S. to the Rescue. Please note that all applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
PLEASE READ our Adoption Procedures (below) prior to filling out the application. P.A.W.S. to the Rescue charges an adoption fee to help cover some of the necessary care of the dog prior to its adoption. It can be paid by cash or check and is due at the time of the adoption.
Adoption fee for puppies over 6 mo. and adults: $200
Adoption fee for puppies 6 mo and under: $250
Adoption fee for senior dogs over age 8: $100
Please remember that our dogs have been "rescued" from bad situations or surrendered by their owners. Some of them have spent time in a shelter, but just changing their routine and home environment, good or bad, can be very stressful. People don't usually give up perfect dogs. These issues are worked on by the foster home, but some things can't be "fixed", just worked around. Whatever needs they have will be clearly stated in their description on our website and by their foster home. There WILL BE an adjustment period once the dog is in your home. He/she may have accidents even though they're housetrained. During this time, you may see signs of stress such as separation anxiety, panting, pacing, shedding, drinking and urinating more. You need to give your dog time and patience to adapt...usually 2-3 weeks. They all have baggage and need sufficient time to get "unpacked."
In a new home, there will be competition for attention. Remember that the dog may see and treat a young child who's physically on their level as another dog. They will communicate with them in the same way by growling and sometimes "mouthing". This is all acceptable behavior in the dog world, but not the human world. For these reasons, it is important to know ahead of time that special attention will need to be taken to ensure the child's safety.
All adopted dogs are neutered/spayed, current on vaccinations, tested for Heartworm and on Heartworm preventative before adoption. The adopter is expected to update the dog's vaccinations every year and keep them on monthly heartworm preventative year round. At the time of adoption, you will sign a contract agreeing to give P.A.W.S. to the Rescue the option to receive the dog back into its care prior to rehoming the dog. You will also agree to notify P.A.W.S. to the Rescue of any change of address so that we can keep our records updated.
If you are interested in adopting a dog from P.A.W.S. to the Rescue, please fill out the following application and either email to pawsttr@gmail.com or mail to P.A.W.S. to the Rescue, P. O. Box 142, Pacific, MO 63069.