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Adoption
Fees
Retrievers & Friends of Southern
California is a non-profit, all-volunteer rescue that operates
independently and without any government funding. All
financial support to operate the rescue comes from donations and
adoption fees, and goes directly to the care of the dogs - we have
no paid staff!Some FAQs
about Adoption Fees
- The adoption fees for small
puppies and young dogs are higher due to the amount of
veterinary care required to prepare them for adoption.
Most require spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, and de-worming.
We also microchip them, and provide a collar & leash with the
adoption. The typical adoption fee for a purebred puppy is
$250 -$350, and for younger pups or rare purebreds, may be up to $400.
The fee includes the complete vet care described above.
It is difficult to find a vet that will complete spay/neuter,
vaccinations, de-worming and microchip for this price.
However, we have not only covered this expense but have also
cared for the puppy until he/she is ready for a new home
with a family who will receive a lifetime of love from their new
addition.
- Adoption fees for younger dogs
allow us to help care for senior or special needs dogs who of
require extra veterinary attention and stay in our program
longer.
- Adoption fees do not cover
specific costs for a particular dog. However, along with
donations, the adoption fees cover the cost of operating a
rescue program. We have many expenses incurred in caring
for the dogs, including the purchase of dog food, veterinary
medications, supplies, and laundry detergent for washing
blankets. Administrative expenses also must be covered
such as liability insurance, phone bills, gasoline for
transporting dogs and doing home visits, etc.
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