Questions about adoption
What kind of dogs do you have for adoption?
We are an all breed rescue, and our dogs range from twelve week old puppies to very large dogs of all ages.
What are the costs involved in adopting a dog from Forever Home Rescue New England?
Our adoption fees, which include transportation, all necessary veterinarian fees, spay/neuter procedures, and quarantine charges generally range from $350 to $450.
Is there a deposit?
If you wish to adopt one of our dogs still in the South, there is a $100 non-refundable deposit required. The reason for this is the following: we are pulling these dogs from the rescues or shelters they are in with the expectation that they will be adopted. Should you change your mind after we’re in possession of the dog, we now have an extra dog to place in foster care, which is a strain on our resources. The deposit is not an additional fee; it will go towards your adoption fee.
If you are adopting a dog already in the North, you just pay the adoption fee in full once you are approved and meet the dog. No deposit is required, but you can put a deposit on the dog if you wish, which means we no longer show the dog to other prospective families.
Can I visit the dog before I adopt?
Sometimes. Forever Home Rescue is not a shelter. We are a network of foster homes in both the South and the Northeast. If you’ve been approved as an adopter, and the dog is in the Northeast, we will contact you to set up a time and location to meet the dog at its foster home in the Northeast. Dogs in the Northeast are marked ‘UPDATE’ on our site. If you’ve been approved as an adopter, and the dog is in the South, the dog will need to be taken from its foster situation in the South and brought to the Northeast. We make the arrangements and will contact you to set up a time and location to pick up the dog either at the airport, quarantine, or transport drop-off.
What happens if the dog or pup doesn’t fit well with our family?
There is a two week trial period, whether you adopt from the Northeast or the South. If you find within the two weeks that the dog doesn’t fit well into your home, he or she will be moved into foster care, and a refund of the adoption fee minus $100 will be given.
How do I start the adoption process?
Complete and submit the online adoption application. Please tell us about yourself so that we can do our best to ensure we match you with the best dog for you. We will check your references and process your application.
How soon do I get the dog or pup?
If you’ve been approved as an adopter, the length of time it takes to receive your new pet varies. If the dog is still a puppy and located in the South, the pup can travel north only after it has received two to three sets of puppy shots and reached approximately 12 weeks of age. If the dog is an older dog, usually the dog can be brought up to the North within a week or two of the adoption approval. If the dog is already in foster care in the North, the dog can go home with you once you’ve paid the adoption fee.
How will I know the pet is in good health?
Every pet comes with a health certificate stating their vaccinations, proof of spay/neuter, dewormings and overall health status.
I’m not ready to adopt — are there other ways to help?
Yes! You can become a foster dog parent, sponsor a specific dog, or submit a general donation to our rescue. Buying Forever Home New England gear also supports our rescue, and if you’d like to discuss fundraising opportunities contact us.
Questions about Forever Home Rescue New England
Who is Forever Home Rescue?
We are a non-profit 501(c)3 rescue group headquartered in New England. Behind the scenes are our main volunteers: Joanne, Sharon, Terry, Linda, Kathy, Marie, Christine, and Julie, as well as many other volunteers throughout the south and New England. We are all friends who share the same desire — to save as many dogs as possible from unfortunate situations in the southern United States:
- high-risk (often three day kill) shelters
- abandonment
- starvation
- lack of care
We are all passionate believers that an organization needs not just a big heart to succeed, but also the ability to run smoothly, safely, and professionally.
Why do you work primarily with dogs from the South?
We recognize that there are animals in need all over the country. We’d help them all if we could. Yet we wanted to focus our limited resources in the areas where we thought we could make the greatest impact. So we find our dogs in the South, where many shelters are overcrowded and need our help in placing their dogs.
I still have questions; how can I contact you?
We can be reached at foreverhomerescue@gmail.com.
