Miss Alli's Rescue
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**Remember that when you adopt an animal, you are LITERALLY saving his or her life! What a great thing!!
If you are interested in adopting an animal please contact us via email or phone, or feel free to fill out an application and email or fax it to us.
ADOPTION FEES
DOGS: $175 - $250
CATS: $90
**Due to the increase in gas prices we now have additional transport fees:
$25 over an hour drive $50 over two hour drive
Transport Service to the Northeast
Unfortunately, animals that are taken into rescue often require a lot of medical care for a variety of reasons. In just about every case the animal has to be spayed or neutered, and all cases require vaccinations, deworming, a heartworm or feline leukemia test, and an exam by a veterinarian. In addition, any health problems, small or large have to be tended to and treated. This includes tremendous costs such as heartworm treatments, any surgeries that may be necessary, high cost medications and hospital admissions.
Even though we are a rescue and take in a large number of sick animals, we, too, have to pay high cost vet bills just like everyone else. To some the fee might seem high, but please understand these adoption fees only cover a portion of the funds we put out for the treatment of these animals, and certainly not all of it. We love to care for these babies, and do not mind doing so if it will save a life or make a sick animal well again, but we do need to receive the adoption fee so that we can function as a rescue and continue in our services.
You are welcome, and even encouraged, to call around and ask about veterinary care to learn of costs and what it takes to care for an animal, not only to ease any questions about what we put into the animals, but to also help you understand the costs that you will have to put toward your pet when he or she becomes a part of your family. Pets are like children and do require medical care at times, so learning about veterinary care is a beneficial tool that can aid your understanding of becoming the proud owner of a dog or cat.
The adoption process includes:
* filling out the applications
* a home visit
* spending some quality time with the potential pet prior to completion of the adoption process (for out of state residents we can make exceptions with thorough discussions about the animal)
* providing a vet & personal reference.
Please click on the links below to download applications. Please include the Medical Application.
(for a Great Pyrenees only)
(for any dog other than a Great Pyrenees)
(for cats)
(***to be completed by everyone applying***)
(for viewing purposes only - completed pending approval of adoption on the day of transfer of animal into new home)
Why are the applications so long?
We realize the applications are of length, but we've learned that each question plays an important part in the proper placement of an animal. It helps in a variety of ways, including choosing the best animal for the applicant. Questions are asked to help both the applicant and the rescue think about all aspects of having a pet as a part of the family.
What is a home visit and why do you do it?
A home visit is a very simple visit to your home. We do not go through closets and drawers, but instead just get a general overview of your home. It's also a verification of where the dog will be going, for unfortunately, some people are dishonest about their home address and where they live when they apply for an animal. It also assists in checking fences for particular animals, provides time for additional questions the applicants might have, and enables us to know that the animal will be in a warm, loving home.
I have other animals, and we'd like to make sure they get along. Can we arrange a "meet and greet" for them?
Absolutely - we want to make sure they get along as well. We can do it at your home during the home visit, or we can meet on neutral territory. We do not encourage meeting at the foster parents home because typically there are several other animals at the home and it may cause stress on both animals.
Do you adopt out of state?
Yes, we do. Please know that we still follow the protocol for the adoption process, including home visits. We have contacts all over the US, so we can make arrangements for someone in your area to do the home visit for us if it's too much of a distance for a member of our rescue to drive.
If I live out of state, how do I get the animal if I am approved for adoption?
We have a couple of options for transporting the animal to their new home. There are transports for certain areas that charge a fee for taking the animal to their new home, and you meet them at a designated spot in your area for pick up. We also do not mind driving half way to meet you if it's a drive that can be made in a day. We do ask for a small transport fee if it's of significant distance since gas is so costly, but are more than happy to meet you if we can. Transporting the dog via airplane is allowed only under special circumstances and not a common practice.
What if we get the animal home and it doesn't work out?
Although we try our best to prevent this from happening for the benefit of the animal via the applications, interviews, meet and greets, and home visits, sometimes unexpected things happen and the animal needs to be returned to rescue. As written in the legal contract, the adopter is required to return the animal to Miss Alli's Rescue vs. giving the dog away, taking it to a pound/shelter, etc., regardless of the amount of time from the initial date of adoption. A breach of contract can result in fees and/or legal action. The adopter is also required to get the animal back to our rescue regardless of the distance. We will assist as much as we can.
TRANSPORTATION TO THE NORTHEAST
Animals adopted in the northeastern states, from Virginia to Maine, have the option of using the transport service P.E.T.S, LLC. For a $125 fee the animal will be driven by their staff to predetermined destinations. It's safer and more economical than flying, and the staff truly cares about the animals. Please visit their website to learn more: www.petsllc.net
**Do you know that the most euthanized animal is a large black dog? The majority of the black, large and extra-large dogs are overlooked only because of their color and size. Don't be intimidated by a big black dog, but instead look at how beautiful the dog is, and it's wonderful temperament!
1. We have the right to be full members of your family. We thrive on social interaction, praise & love.
2. We have the right to stimulation. We need new games, new toys, new experiences, & new smells to be happy.
3. We have the right to regular exercise. Without it, we could become hyper, sluggish...or overweight.
4. We have the right to have fun. We enjoy acting like clowns now & then; don't expect us to be predictable all the time.
5. We have the right to quality health care. Please stay good friends with our vet!
6. We have the right to a good diet. Like some people, we don't know what's best for us. We depend on you.
7. We have the right not to be rejected because of your expectations that we be great show dogs or show cats, watchdogs, hunters, or baby-sitters.
8. We have the right to receive proper training. Otherwise, our good relationship could be marred by confusion and strife - & we could be come dangerous to ourselves & others.
9. We have the right to guidance & correction based on understanding & compassion, rather than abuse.
10. We have the right to live with dignity...& to die with dignity when the time comes.