Saving Discarded Pets Since1998
as well as puppy mill discards, dogs from high kill shelters, and owner surrenders as space allows.
Please note we are located in Grey-Bruce County,
in the area of Lucknow, Ontario
which is south east of Kincardine ,Ontario but have our dogs placed in foster homes
from London area & north to Kitchener area- Cambridge- Woodstock and Guelph areas .
We are a group of committed volunteers led by the tireless efforts of Kathi. Together we transport, foster, contribute, volunteer, donate, support, encourage and generally all around enjoy the fruits of Kathi's labours.
Adopt-a-Pet Pet Rescue is a non profit, private rescue without an office, a shelter building, or paid staff. We are not subsidized or funded by anyone. People often mistake us as being affiliated with the SPCA and other groups. However, we raise all funds ourselves to pay for the care of the animals.
We pick up unclaimed, homeless and discarded animals from pounds and shelters. Some pounds allow the animal extra time to find a home, but if they are unsuccessful, then they call us to take the animal so it is not euthanized. When we have available space we take in owner surrenders and pick up puppy mill dogs who have either outworn their usefulness or who have passed their puppy-cuteness-easy-to-sell date. We We cover hundreds of kilometers from Kincardine to London to Cambridge to Southampton, Ontario Canada. We also try to save the lives of animals who aren't within our area whenever we can - we don't close doors based on geography.
Pre-adoption, we provide above average veterinary care. We spay or neuter, micro-chip, vaccinate, deworm and treat for parasites. If the animal is too young to be fixed at time of adoption we offer a spay or neuter rebate. We provide all necessary emergency care and initial grooming. We buy their food, dog collars and any other necessities.
Each of us have jobs, families and the typical resonsibilities of busy lives. We give of our time, energy and enthusiasm to rescue animals for the same reason Kathi does - anything less is unacceptable to us. When you call or email Adopt-a-Pet Pet Rescue, please be patient with us - we are juggling alot ... and we're glad to do it for the animals.
We are always in need of and welcome help with accepting new fosters- assistance with/ at pet events- great for students needing volunteer hours, putting out fliers, assistance with pet supervision at pet events, Assistance with rescue booth set-up- take down etc...
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We have helped the following communities since 1998 : Goderich, Ripley ,Southampton, Walkerton, Durham .
We have also helped take in dogs way outside of these local areas when space and finances permit.
Additional adoption info
We are most easy to contact via email but will gladly accept calls after 6pm- at 519-528-3054. We are all volunteers with families and paying jobs so we appreciate your patience in getting back to you as soon as possible within 48-72hs
Adoption fees; vary but are generally between $350 - $550 .. depending on the care needed. Some pets care is over $2000 and their adoption fee is still within the above.
Full information on our adoption process and additional information can be viewed at -http://www.adoptapet.lucknow.on.ca/policy--process.html
Adoption process
Policy: The steps for adoption include:
1. A fully completed Adopt-a-Pet application emailed to us
2. Feedback given, clarification requested and/or requirements advised or alternate better suited pet is suggested as needed
3. Completion of Step 2 requirements
4. Confirmation of approval provided
5. A viewing of the pet in the foster home by ALL* family members and existing dogs must attend *
6. Sober second thought – for the applicant and the Rescue to review and confirm intentions of approval or decline.
7. If approved A home visit will be completed to confirm the safety of the home.
8. Feedback given and/or requirements advised
9. Completion of Step 8 requirements
10. Adoption day in the foster home
Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0
Wingham, ON N0G 2W0
Durham Ontario,
Durham,
ON
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