OUR PROCESS

Poodle Rescue Connecticut has a tried and true application process that begins with you. Please be as thorough as possible because this application lets us know you and why you are interested in adopting a rescue poodle. As part of your application process, please let your veterinarian and groomer know that we will be calling for a reference.

Once your application is received one of our volunteers will interview you. We will ask about your home, your yard and explore why you wish to adopt a rescue poodle. We will ask about your schedule, your plans for grooming and your veterinary care. If we feel that dog for which you have applied does not fit your lifestyle, we may suggest another dog.

Once your application has been approved we ask that you and your family visit and meet the dog. If this goes well we will finalize your application which may include a home visit.

Please note that Poodle Rescue Connecticut requires a fee of $350-$600 per placement. This money helps us defray a small part of our costs. We are always pleased to accept any donation greater than the requested fee so that we can help additional poodles in distress. There are always vet bills, grooming, food and equipment expenses.

After you and your dog go home we will follow-up with you at intervals to insure that the adoption is successful for both you and the dog. We encourage you to stay in touch with us, send pictures and let us know of your successes because they are also ours.

A Dog’s Ten Commandments

  1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

  2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

  3. Place your trust in me; it is crucial for my well being

  4. Don’t stay angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment and your friends, but I only have you.

  5. Talk to me. Even if I don’t understand your words I do understand your voice when you speak to me.

  6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

  7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you. Yet, I choose not to bite you.

  8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I’m not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long or my heart may be getting old and weak.

  9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You, too, will grow old.

  10. On the difficult ultimate journey, go with me please. Never say you can’t bear to watch. Don’t make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there because I love you so.