STEPS FOR ADOPTING
1-Make sure your entire family want to adopt a dog. We've followed up on many applications only to find out a few days later that the other partner does not wish to adopt a dog.
2- Fill out the application below. Not every question relates to every dog. For example if you adopting a tiny dog we do not expect you to take him to the dogpark.
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3-If you are a suitable match for the selected dog we will follow up your application with an email then a phone call, usually within 3-5 days. Sorry but we do not contact each applicant individually. It's hard to say no, plus we don't have time. We keep your application on file for future dogs also and have adopted many dogs this way!
We continue screening by arranging a home visit (by a volunteer or a virtual visit if you live in an area without a volunteer). We want to meet you and your family, check your outdoor area and front door, etc. We will call your references at this time.You can then visit the dog with their foster if you live nearby.
4-We will ask for a $200 deposit. If you change your mind after this we will send you back $100. The other non refundable $100 is a donation for our medical expenses. We also do this to ensure that you are serious about adopting the dog.
5-We will then arrange a time and place with you to pick up your new dog to start your two week trial! It is at this time you sign the adoption contract and you will receive all the health records. You pay the adoption fee by etransfer or cash. No personal cheques are accepted.
6-If all goes well during your two week trial your new dog is yours! If you and your new dog do not fit well together you can return the dog to us and receive your money back, minus a $100 donation to our rescue. We will register your dog's microchip with your information after the two week trial is over, under our account.
7- Our adoption fee ranges from $500-650 plus 7% PST for adult dogs. Puppies are $700-$800 due to added vaccines and costs. (The BC government collects PST on rescue dogs adoption fees) We have not increased our rescue fees for over five years and try our best to keep it affordable.
AVAILABLE DOGS
JAXX
Jaxx is a goofy, affectionate, and energetic medium size dog looking for his forever home! He was rescued in Hualtulco by our rescue partner Cheryl Sortwell when he was found by himself abandoned on a road.
Jaxx will be 1 year old on February 14, weighs 58 lbs, and was DNA-tested as an American Village Dog (a common breed among Mexican rescues).
About Jaxx:
• Best suited for a home without small children (he is medium size and jumps up).
• Very affectionate, playful, and goofy—he loves toys and positive attention.
• Loves to run! He gets the zoomies in open fields and does fantastic off-leash on hikes and trails. He has great recall.
• Good with other dogs (has lived with a red heeler) and loves his company! He does well with smaller dogs but can be jumpy when excited.
Knows basic commands (sit, shake a paw) and takes treats gently. Working on him not jumping up when excited.
Jaxx is quiet(only barks when the doorbell rings) and sleeps on his dog bed. He is housetrained.
• Nervous around strangers—he may bark and retreat but will warm up on his own terms. Guests should ignore him at first, and he’ll come around.
• Leash training is ongoing—he pulls and may growl on a leash (possibly protective), but he is non-aggressive and has great potential with continued training.
• Kennel trained and sleeps on his dog bed.
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• Has a chicken allergy (requires chicken-free dog food).
Ideal Home for Jaxx:
• Active individuals or families who enjoy the outdoors, go for daily walks/hikes.
• Patient dog owners who can continue his training in a positive way when he is near strangers or new dogs.
Jaxx has been given lots of love and positive reinforcement training. He will be an amazing companion with the right person or couple.
Jaxx has been
-neutered
-vaccinated
-dewormed
-flea and tick treated
-microchipped
-vet examined in Canada
ADOPTED--- BOBBY!
This adorable and playful chihuahua puppy is about 7 months old, weighs just 7 pounds, and is currently thriving in a loving foster home in Surrey. He is part chihuahua, part terrier. He has coarse terrier fur.
Bobby is medium energy, he is playful with people and dogs his own size. He is housebroken and great at going outside and back inside when he is done his business. He enjoys exploring the yard on his own. Bobby walks well on a leash.
While Bobby’s a bundle of joy and loves being around other dogs, he is nervous meeting new people and dogs when they are very close to his face. He warms up with treats and time.
Bobby is from from Huatulco, Mexico where our wonderful rescue partner rescued him and his mother.
Bobby has been fully vetted including
-neuter surgery
-2 puppy vaccinations plus rabies vaccination
-puppy deworming two times
-flea and tick meds
-microchip
-vet exam when he arrives Bobby’s adoption fee is $700
plus PST. Also Included in his adoption is a leash, collar, sweater, and a harness. We are a registered BC non profit society. A two-week trial adoption period is included. We meet approved adopters at the Tswassassen ferry terminal for his pick up.
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