Pricing Deposit
Adoption Fee And Deposit
Regarding our adoption fee: We are often asked, “Why do you charge so much for a rescue pet? Why not just place it in a ‘good home’?” The answer is because we need adopters who are willing to support ALL of our rescued dogs, not just the one they are adopting. A young, healthy dog might cost us $250-$400 in (discounted) vet care to prepare it for adoption, and many people will want to adopt that dog.
An older dog or a special needs dog, or a dog with health issues can easily cost us $500-$2,000 in veterinary expenses, and it may require months of foster care to prepare such a dog for adoption. Yet, for a senior dog or a special needs dog, we can only ask a minimal adoption fee, and it may be a long time until anyone comes forward to adopt it.
Fees from the younger, more adoptable dogs help offset the cost of caring for the others who need us. Most of our dogs have a sad story to tell, and some have suffered through years of neglect or abuse.
We hope that you are willing to help us offer a better life to ALL of our animals by supporting them through our adoption fees. Without these adoption fees, we would not be able to save the lives that we save.
1. Apply
Please complete our Rescue pet application with as much detail as possible. The more we know about your lifestyle, the better we can tailor a pet resources and support to suit your needs.
2. Reservation
Join our reservation list with an administration fee, which will apply toward the total purchase of your future rescue pet. This reservation is valid for 12 months, and the fee will be refunded if no litter is produced by the parents during that time.
3. Deposit
After selecting your rescue pet we will send you our contract. A refundable reservation fee will then be required to secure your pet until they are ready to go home. This reservation fee will be applied to the final purchase price of your pet and may be transferred to two future litters if you are not yet ready to proceed with the purchase.
Shipping
When our rescue pets are available and ready to leave, We proceed with the delivery process which offer safe shipping and delivery. See our shipping process and policy.
Our Commitment to Excellence
We prioritize quality in everything we do. We recognize that bringing a new Rescue pet into your home is a significant decision, and we take our duty to provide you with a healthy, well-bred Rescue Rescue pet seriously. Our thorough process includes:
Careful Breeding Practices: Our program is built on the careful selection of cats with sound genetics, ensuring that the health, temperament, and appearance of our Rescue pets align with the best characteristics of the Rescue breed.
Comprehensive Health Checks: The health of every Rescue pet is our main concern. We conduct regular veterinary examinations, vaccinations, and health checks to avoid hereditary issues, ensuring that every Rescue pet we place in a home is in excellent health. We also keep our Rescue pets up-to-date with vaccinations, deworming, and other necessary health protocols.
Early Socialization: Rescues are intelligent and social animals that thrive on companionship. To ensure they develop into well-adjusted, confident cats, we start socializing our Rescue pets at an early stage by exposing them to different environments, sounds, people, and other animals. This helps them grow into friendly and adaptable pets, ready to form strong bonds with their new families.
Ongoing Support: Our commitment doesn’t stop once a Rescue pet leaves for its new home. We’re here to provide continuous guidance on training, nutrition, health, and general care for your Rescue. As part of our Hopeful Tails Rescue Sanctuaryfamily, you’ll have access to expert support whenever you need it.