Animal Welfare Professionals

Hello, 

My organization and another local dog rescue we work with (both 501(c)3) are desperately seeking partner organizations for us to transfer fully vetted, adoptable dogs to. Our community is swamped beyond belief with unwanted puppies and dogs and there has been such a slowdown in adoptions. Instead of having what used to be a bustling rescue center, the dog rescue is becoming a dog sanctuary that is not going to be able to continue to sustain the large volume of dogs waiting for homes. 

These are highly adoptable, beautiful dogs of all shapes, colors, and sizes, and more puppies than you can imagine. We see so many posts of other dog rescues sending dogs up north and have heard good and bad things about this, but we need to be able to start transferring dogs to reputable organizations to continue helping our community here.

Transport is NOT an issue. 

Can anyone please point us in the right direction?

#TransfersandTransport

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Corrine Baker
Executive Director
Outsiders Farm & Sanctuary
GA
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You might want to check with Final Victory Animal Rescue out of West Columbia, SC.  They partner with groups in the north east and move a large amount of dogs up each week to be adoptive homes.  They might be able to give you more information on how they are able to be so successful with this model and what it looks like in action.

Original Message:
Sent: 04-23-2024 09:51 AM
From: Corrine Baker
Subject: Rural, Small Community In Need of Rescue Partners for Dog Transfers

Hello, 

My organization and another local dog rescue we work with (both 501(c)3) are desperately seeking partner organizations for us to transfer fully vetted, adoptable dogs to. Our community is swamped beyond belief with unwanted puppies and dogs and there has been such a slowdown in adoptions. Instead of having what used to be a bustling rescue center, the dog rescue is becoming a dog sanctuary that is not going to be able to continue to sustain the large volume of dogs waiting for homes. 

These are highly adoptable, beautiful dogs of all shapes, colors, and sizes, and more puppies than you can imagine. We see so many posts of other dog rescues sending dogs up north and have heard good and bad things about this, but we need to be able to start transferring dogs to reputable organizations to continue helping our community here.

Transport is NOT an issue. 

Can anyone please point us in the right direction?

#TransfersandTransport

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Corrine Baker
Executive Director
Outsiders Farm & Sanctuary
GA
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Certainly! It sounds like you're in a tough situation with a surplus of dogs needing homes. Transferring fully vetted, adoptable dogs to reputable organizations is a great step. Since transport isn't an issue, reaching out to established rescue networks or shelters in other regions might be helpful. Look for organizations with strong adoption programs and a track record of placing dogs in loving homes. You can also consider networking through social media or attending animal welfare conferences to connect with potential partners. Collaborating with organizations experienced in managing high volumes of dogs could alleviate the strain on your rescue center and ensure more dogs find forever homes...

Corinne, 

    We might be able to help.  We are a new rescue in Massachusetts that is approved to transport animals.  We are able to take both dogs and cats.  We are 100% foster based.  I am the president of the organization and also a veterinarian with my own practice so I will be providing all veterinary care. I have several years of shelter experience prior to returning back to private practice.  

   Please email me directly if you are interested in partnering: cathypienkosdvm@gmail.com

Cathy Pienkos DVM

Snuggle Stop Rescue

Monson, MA 

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cathy pienkos
veterinarian
Snuggle Stop Rescue and Monson Animal Clinic
MA
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-23-2024 09:51 AM
From: Corrine Baker
Subject: Rural, Small Community In Need of Rescue Partners for Dog Transfers

Hello, 

My organization and another local dog rescue we work with (both 501(c)3) are desperately seeking partner organizations for us to transfer fully vetted, adoptable dogs to. Our community is swamped beyond belief with unwanted puppies and dogs and there has been such a slowdown in adoptions. Instead of having what used to be a bustling rescue center, the dog rescue is becoming a dog sanctuary that is not going to be able to continue to sustain the large volume of dogs waiting for homes. 

These are highly adoptable, beautiful dogs of all shapes, colors, and sizes, and more puppies than you can imagine. We see so many posts of other dog rescues sending dogs up north and have heard good and bad things about this, but we need to be able to start transferring dogs to reputable organizations to continue helping our community here.

Transport is NOT an issue. 

Can anyone please point us in the right direction?

#TransfersandTransport

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Corrine Baker
Executive Director
Outsiders Farm & Sanctuary
GA
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