A.  The Adoption Process begins when someone submits an adoption application.  An adopter will submit important information on the Application such as name(s), contact information, address, work, how many pets they currently own, and references such as their vet and friends.  The adopter receives an email letting them know we have received their application.  If you do not receive an email within 2 days, please call to verify we received it.

B.  Why do we take this information?  Its important to know that the pets we adopt are going to responsible, pet loving families and  they have the ability to give a pet a loving, permanent home.  The references will be asked how they judge the adopters as good potential families.  Since many pets have come from previous situations that make them shy or afraid, we want to make sure the family is able and willing to deal with the pet(s).

C.  How long does it take to adopt from KDR?  The applications are transmitted instanteously via internet and we get them daily.  References are checked first: the vet is called during business hours and the friends are called after 5-6 pm when most are home.  References are usually approved within 2-3 days.  The adopter receives an email letting them know the references have all been approved.

D.  We also visit with the prospective family in the home setting where the pet will live as well as inviting the new family to visit here.  

  1.  The home visit can be done before the adopter comes to select a pet.  When the home visit is done this way, the adopter may visit the Doxie Home or Foster Home and take their pet the same day they visit.  or......

  2.  The home visit can be done the day of transporting the pet to the family.  This works best in long distance adoptions or when the adopter does not want to meet the prospective pet before the adoption.  In either instance the adopter is notified the home visit is approved.

E.  What does the Home Visit consist of?  Its a very simple visit similar to having friends over for a chat.  We are not there to find things wrong with your home or family...but to make suggestions if needed to help a pet find a forever home.  We will want to know :       A.  Where will the pet sleep, eat, play, exercise?  Is the area safe, clean and comfortable?   We adopt to all ages of folks, and the most important thing is love, love, love....the second most important thing is the ability and willingness to care for the pet.

F.  So what is the TOTAL TIME ITS TAKES TO COMPLETE AN ADOPTION?  If you live within Kentucky, the amount of time to adopt a pet from KDR should be between 7-10 days. That allows time to do all the reference checks and complete a home visit.  If you live outside of Kentucky, you can expect to wait at least 10-14 days to allow time for the home visit to be done.  You can speed up the process by allowing us to do the home visit when delivering the pet to you.  But, if you wish to visit first to meet the pet, then allow for extra time.

G.  What can I expect when coming to the Doxie Home or visiting a pet in a foster home?  Everyone is working to help you find the right pet.  You are welcome to visit .  In the Doxie Home we take scheduled appointments Mon- Sat from 9am til 6 pm.  If you need special scheduling such as evenings or Sundays, we try to work with you .  You are settled into a comfortable receiving area with your family .  You are welcome to bring your current pet.  We have reviewed your application and will bring pets from their rooms out for you to meet.  We have many to show you and usually allow 1 hr to 1 1/2 hr per family uninterrupted so you may have time to interact with your new family member.  Take your time.....

H.  Once you have made your decision, the adoption papers are printed up.  Your pet is microchipped and that is how they are identified and registered.  The names cannot be changed, but you may add to the name...Sally may become Sally Jean....There are two copies made so you receive exactly what we keep in the office.  All the vetting is faxed directly to your vet to make for a smooth transition.  You may request a  copy of any and all vet records, but we still fax the records to your designated vet. 

I.  You will also receive some of your pets current dog food and any medication he is taking. 

J.  Adoption donations are accepted to help us offset the cost of vetting we have to do to make a pet completely healthy.  Some require spay/neuter, vaccines, dentals and others require surgeries.  The amount of a donation covers the cost  for each dog in order to provide it optimum health.  We accept  c/c or check Adoption Donations.    Please see our adoption donation page.  We make every attempt to keep our costs as low as we can, but much of it depends of vet expenses.