Fees

Adoption Fee 7 and under - $600

ADOPTION FEE FOR DOGS 8-9 - $450

Adoption Fee for dogs over 10 years old - $350

Why Do Rescues Charge a Fee?

When you purchase a purebred from a dog breeder you may be paying anywhere from $1000 to over $3000, Plus you quite often still need to get them spayed and neutered.  Also the balance of their shots.

The Costs to a Rescue to Intake of One New Dog: (not all tests are done on every dog as the rescue has limited funds)

  • Transport fees if coming from United States ($50-$125)
  • Basic veterinary care, including an examination ($25 to $50 for each office visit).
  • Key vaccinations, such as rabies. DHLPP and bordettal ($125-$200)
  • Treatment of any illnesses, treatment of wounds. ($100+)
  • Spay or neuter surgery. ($150 to $300)
  • Flea and tick control. internal parasites ($30)
  • Testing and treatment for heart-worms. ($22+for the test)
  • Teeth cleaning - $300 minimum

And that is just the intake costs… If there are other issues related ears, eyes, teeth, heart, kidney, pregnant, broken or damaged legs or paws, and a whole host of areas that may need addressing to stabilize or improve the dogs quality of life. Our older dogs always need more treatment.

While in foster care expenses continue:

Items like a collar, leash, halter, dog food, coats in winter, blankets,  food and water bowls, toys, treats.
In addition to saving dogs, foster parents save the rescue groups money.