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The Hero Rescue

Animal rescue in Jarrettsville, MD

Our History
The Hero Rescue launched in 2019 with a group of experienced and dedicated fosters. We combined all of our experiences to visualize the mission and operation of The Hero Rescue. We are dedicated to the animals we serve, to the families we impact, and to respect for each other. We are a 501c3 tax exempt non-profit organization.

Our Mission
The Hero Rescue is formed by a network of volunteers and fosters committed to saving lives of animals at risk of euthanasia, abuse, and neglect. By relocating animals from over crowded shelters to Maryland for adequate veterinary care, castration, emotional rehabilitation and eventually adoption, we will make a difference in the lives of animals as well as in the local communities we serve .

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Email kristi.herorescue@gmail.com
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Jarrettsville, MD 21084
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Adoptable pets at The Hero Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Princess Leia's adoption status with email updates.
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Princess Leia

Great Pyrenees/Great Dane

Female, 5 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Ziti's adoption status with email updates.
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Ziti

Domestic Longhair

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Delia's adoption status with email updates.
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Delia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Mufasa's adoption status with email updates.
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Mufasa

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Butterscotch's adoption status with email updates.
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Butterscotch

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Willow's adoption status with email updates.
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Willow

Treeing Walker Coonhound/Beagle

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Jeff's adoption status with email updates.
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Jeff

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Sugar's adoption status with email updates.
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Sugar

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Jarrettsville, MD
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Rescue FAQs

Maryland Area

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

OUR SPAY AND NEUTER POLICY
The Hero Rescue charges a $100.00 spay/neuter deposit with every unaltered puppy that is adopted. The purpose of the deposit is to ensure the puppy will be altered before she/he reaches 6 months of age. This $100 deposit is refundable if adopter provides proof of sterilization within 14 days of the procedure. After the adoption is completed, all vetting (spay/neuter, boosters, heart worm and flea prevention) are the responsibility of the adopter. This deposit will not be returned if the animal is not spayed/ neutered within the established timeline.

OUR ADOPTION FEES
Puppies up to Six Months Old- $400 plus a refundable $100 Spay/Neuter Deposit ($500 total due at adoption)
Dogs Six Months and Up - $300

ADOPTION PROCESS
1. Review our adoption contract and application.

2. Call your vet and references to inform them that a rescue representative will be calling.

3. Complete adoption application and submit at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Dog

4. You will be notified of outcome of your application within 3-5 days.

5. If approved, you will be introduced to the foster to schedule a meeting within 5 days. Guidelines for the meeting are:

- Bring a leash and collar and be prepared to take the animal home directly from the meeting.

- Meeting should be no longer than 1 hour. Our fosters are volunteers and we value and respect their time and personal commitments.

- All members of the household (including other dogs) must be present.

- Please be prepared to submit adoption fee via PayPal at the meeting – We do not accept payments prior to the meeting.

- If all goes well, the dog will go home with you directly after the meeting. If you are not ready to adopt at the conclusion of the meeting, please understand that we may process other applications for the dog. Because we have a limited amount of foster homes, we cannot hold dogs past adoption.

6. Please review these resources prior to the meeting to be prepared with what to expect when bringing a new dog home:

a. ttps://www.petfinder.com/dogs/bringing-a-dog-home/tips-for-first-30-days-dog/

b. https://www.dogstardaily.com/free-downloads

7. Love on your new family member and join our Alumni Group! We love seeing updates on the happy endings to your story.

Adoption application

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Dog

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We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 11 mos
Upper Falls, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Kilo's adoption status with email updates.
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Kilo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Fallston, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Jameson's adoption status with email updates.
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Jameson

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
New Castle, DE
We'll also keep you updated on Alyeea's adoption status with email updates.
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Alyeea

Husky

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Gettysburg, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Pennywise's adoption status with email updates.
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Pennywise

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Millersville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on TUCKER (BONDED W/LINCOLN)(BONDED PAIR)'s adoption status with email updates.
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TUCKER (BONDED W/LINCOLN)(BONDED PAIR)

Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Male
Baltimore, MD

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