Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you're considering adopting a senior pup or simply want to learn more about their care, we’re here to help you navigate your journey in giving a deserving dog a second chance at a happy life.

Please fill out the Adoption Application in full. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

To start the adoption process, please review our adoption policies and submit an adoption application. Once we receive the application, we will contact you to arrange a meet and greet.

A team member will contact you once information is verified to advise of next step.

Submitting an application does not mean you are commiting to a dog, nor does it guarantee you will get that dog. It is simply a tool we use to help both you and us identify a good potential match for your family and lifestyle,

When applying to adopt a senior dog, it's important to have realistic expectations about the process.

Submitting an application does not guarantee you will be matched with a dog; popular dogs may receive hundreds of applications.

Any applicants who waste time or use abusive language will be immediately blocked from the process.

We follow a similar fee schedule as other rescues. Every dog is different, depending on extent of vetting and where they are located.

No. We prefer to do meet and greet with potential adopters.

Please fill out the Foster Application and a team member will contact you for an interview.

Venice, Florida

Inquire at time of adoption approval.

Yes, there is a $250.00 transport fee for deliveries along I95 to Alexandria, Virginia. This schedule varies (*confirm once approved for adoption) Adopter must be available to meet our transport. ​ Yes, we recommend Paws & Claws Transportation. A private out-of-state transport service, price varies and must contact private service once approved for adoption. Click here for more information.

Yes, come to our rescue or we can meet you at one of our local airports (Fort Myers, Sarasota or Tampa). *This must be scheduled beforehand.*

Effective immediately no out-of-country adoptions will be processed. This policy is final, and no exceptions or requests will be honored. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Amazon is easily available to all donors and items are usually received next business day.

Our mailing address is: 1435 E Venice Ave, Ste 104, PMB 148, Venice, FL 34292

An in-kind donation is a contribution to a charitable organization that involves providing non-cash assets or items of value instead of money. Often referred to as a gift-in-kind, these donations can encompass tangible assets such as goods, services, equipment, or property.

Corporate donations provide the animal rescue organization with the necessary resources and support to continue their mission of caring for animals in need. They can also help to raise awareness of the organization, its mission, and the importance of animal welfare. Furthermore, the donation is tax-deductible, making it a win-win for both the corporation and the animal rescue organization.

Yes, you can donate stock and help us continue our mission to rescue and rehabilitate animals in need. Donating stock can be a great way to support our organization and receive potential tax benefits.

By including our organization in your will or living trust, you can ensure that your love of animals will continue to make a difference long into the future. These gifts come in many forms, including cash, securities, real estate, and personal property.