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Old Dominion Boston Terrier Rescue

Dog rescue in Portsmouth, VA

We are a small foster based rescue covering VA, Northeastern NC, MD,DE and DC. We are a dedicated group of Boston lovers. Our main goal is to save as many Boston Terriers from shelters and owners who can no longer care for their Boston's. We will help any Boston Terrier, any age, health issue and behavior issue that needs us. We do have limits. We can only take dogs when we have space. Sometimes that means owner surrenders have to wait for a space to open before we can take their dog. We also take other breeds when we have room. We are as holistic as possible in our care of Boston's combining traditional veterinary care and holistic philosophies. We are always looking for volunteers.

Contact Christine Coulter
Email odbtr1@gmail.com
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Portsmouth, VA 23507
Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=A79AXX8J7U8BQ
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Adoptable pets at Old Dominion Boston Terrier Rescue

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

Boston Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Gypsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Gypsy

Bulldog

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Bodhi's adoption status with email updates.
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Bodhi

Boston Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Piper's adoption status with email updates.
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Piper

Boston Terrier

Female, 7 yrs 4 mos
Portsmouth, VA
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Rescue FAQs

We serve VA,MD,DE,DC and Northeastern NC

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Home Check
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our fees vary depending on the dog. Age, health and behavior issues determine the fee for each dog. Our youngest and healthiest Boston's help pay the way for our seniors and special needs Boston's. Our highest fee is $650 and the lowest is $0. When a dog has full sponsorship there our adoption fee is waived.
Please email for an application.

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https://www.odbtr.org/adoption-application-form.html

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

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Young
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Flint's adoption status with email updates.
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Flint

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on CLYDE's adoption status with email updates.
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CLYDE

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Aria's adoption status with email updates.
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Aria

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Suffolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Graybel's adoption status with email updates.
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Graybel

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Suffolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Tux's adoption status with email updates.
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Tux

American Staffordshire Terrier/American Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs
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