Yes. As long as we can arrange to have a home visit done and you agree to come here to pick up the dog, we can adopt out of our area. However, priority will be given to local adopters – especially with puppies.

No, but for some of the higher energy dogs, we will discuss your plan for sufficient potty breaks and proper exercise. We realize there are many resources for dog owners in this area, where a fence is not required. However, be prepared to walk a dog anywhere from 3-4 times/day, for at least 20-30 minutes. We also realize different dogs have different exercise requirements, and the interview process will ensure a right fit between the dog and adopter.

Yes. We will need verification from your landlord stating you are allowed to have a dog, and we verify if there are any size restrictions and breed restrictions.

We try our very best to find the best home for our dogs, and a good match between the dog’s personality and the adopters environment. The first criteria is to ensure a good fit, and to ensure an adopter can provide proper exercise and care of the dog. We try to be as open and honest about the selection process as we can.

Absolutely. If the dog you originally apply for gets adopted, we will help you find a great match for your family. There is no need to reapply or to start the process over again.

Unfortunately, because our dogs turn up at rural shelters without full histories, we cannot guarantee a dog’s breed. We usually have no idea who the parents are, although sometimes we know the mom of our puppies. We make an educated case based on size, coloring, and physical characteristics.

While we cannot guarantee the size of a puppy,  we make an educated guess based on the puppy’s current size, current age, and the estimated breed mix. In cases where we know the mom, her size also helps in guessing on the size of the puppy.

K-9 is proud to help in controlling the pet population by having our dogs spayed or neutered. If you adopt a puppy from our organization that is 6 months and younger, K-9 Lifesavers will cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet or reimburse you for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.

Let us know immediately. We have lots of resources to share with you, including trainers that give discounts to our adopters. Sometimes dogs take a few weeks to settle in and establish a routine. Because we have been doing this a long time, we have probably been through what you are going through. Let us help.

K-9 Lifesavers makes a commitment to each and every one of our dogs. If you cannot keep the dog you have adopted from us, you are per the contract you sign required to contact us immediately. No dog adopted from us can be re-homed without our express permission. Perhaps more importantly, if you are experiencing trouble with your dog before you make a decision to re-home, you should let us know. We can provide you the advice and support you need to fix the problems or connect you to experienced training professionals.Description goes here