Our purpose is to make a positive impact on the lives of animals by rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding them loving homes or providing them sanctuary. Through education and advocacy, we strive to foster responsible ownership and ensure the well-being of every animal, creating a compassionate world where all creatures are cherished.

ACTIVITIES

1. Animal Rescue Operations: This involves actively rescuing animals from situations of neglect, abuse, abandonment, or natural disasters.

2. Rehabilitation Programs: Implementing programs to rehabilitate rescued animals physically, emotionally, and behaviorally so they can thrive and be ready for adoption.

3. Rehoming Services: Facilitating the adoption process to find suitable, loving homes for animals that have been rehabilitated.

4. Sanctuary Facilities: Providing a permanent home and care for animals that are unable to be rehomed due to age, health issues, or behavioral problems.

5. Promotion of Responsible Ownership: Educating the public about the responsibilities of pet ownership, including proper care, training, spaying/neutering, and the commitment involved.

Potential adopters must first fill out an application to adopt the animal. We will then reach out to the potential adopter to discuss their application and the animal they are interested in. If the applicant is approved, we will schedule a meet and greet with the animal. All adopters must fill out a contract agreeing to the adoption and pay a $100 adoption fee for cats or $150 adoption fee for dogs.

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Adopting from Hopeful Tails Rescue: Your Guide to Finding the Perfect Pet

1. Complete an Adoption Application

At Hopeful Tails Rescue, we take the responsibility of finding the right homes for our animals very seriously. Our adoption application is designed to provide us with vital information about you as a pet owner, ensuring the best possible match between you and your new furry friend.

When choosing a pet, please consider the long-term commitment involved. Pets require a loving, secure home with proper food, water, shelter, exercise, and medical care. They also need companionship and supervision. Reflect on the costs and the time you can dedicate to your new companion. Our foster parents know each pet well and help us match them to the right homes based on their individual needs.

If you cannot provide a lifetime home for a pet, please reconsider adopting.

2. Participate in an Interview

Once we receive your application, our team of volunteers will review it promptly. While we aim to contact you within 48 hours, please be patient as we manage this process alongside our full-time jobs. If you haven't heard from us within two days (excluding weekends and holidays), feel free to reach out at info@hopefultailsrescue.org.

3. Sign an Adoption Contract

We require a signed adoption contract to formalize the adoption process. Hopeful Tails Rescue is committed to the lifelong care of the pets we rescue, and we expect the same dedication from our adoptive families. Pets may need time to adjust to their new homes, so please allow at least 30 days for them to settle in.

4. Pay an Adoption Donation Fee

To help cover the costs of rescuing and caring for our animals, we request an adoption donation of:

* $150.00 for dogs

* $100.00 for cats

This fee is significantly lower than our actual costs but is necessary to continue our rescue efforts. The fee includes:

* Some or all vaccinations

* Heartworm test (if age appropriate)

* Microchip and microchip placement

* Spay or neuter surgery

We ensure that all pets are in optimal health before adoption.