Furry Bottoms Rescue

adoptable dogs | adoption procedure | value of adoption

Mutts deserve their day in the spotlight, as much as a pure breed. If you own a mutt, you know this day is for your dog.
By definition a mutt, sometimes called a "Half breed", is a dog that is of mixed breed. They come from two or several breeds. Purebred owners, and sometimes the public in general, view them as lesser in many ways. But mutt owners know better. They value the diversity and uniqueness of their mutts.
Sure, a mutt doesn't carry the expensive price tag that a purebred with papers has on its head. To the mutt owner, however, the mutt is invaluable. In addition, mutts don't walk around needing to prove anything. You won't see them strutting around any dog shows trying to prove they are the best.
To all mutts and mutt owners, we hope you thoroughly enjoy Mutt's Day. Spend the day relaxing and doing all the things you and your dog like to do. Do so with both of your chins held high. For your mutt is worth a million bucks!
Mutts Day - July 31st

We have many wonderful pets available for adoption! Just look at our Petfinder.com listing above!

If you're interested in any of the pets listed, complete our on-line Adoption Application.

Since we do not operate a shelter, our pets are fostered in private homes. To protect the safety of our Foster Parents and their families, an applicant MUST be approved prior to visiting a pet. Thank you for understanding this policy.

If you'd like further information prior to completing the application, please send us an e-mail or give us a call at 920-449-5120.

Our application process is as follows:

Complete the on-line Adoption Application.

We do a veterinarian and reference check, and call to schedule a time for one of our volunteers to visit you and your family at your home.

Upon approval, we'll set up a time for you to come and meet the dog(s) at their foster homes. When there is a good match between you and a dog, we'll ask you to sign an adoption contract and pay the adoption fee (we accept cash or check).

The adoption fee helps to offset some of our expenses for the animal, and therefore varies depending on the needs of each dog.
Please feel free to inquire about the adoption fee for the dog you're interested in.

*Please add 5% sales tax to the adoption fee.

PLEASE NOTE: It is our policy to only adopt to homes where the cats and dogs currently living there are spayed / neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations.

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT MEET THIS POLICY WILL BE REJECTED!

Dogs adopted from Furry Bottoms Rescue include the following:

Stool check/treatment

Flea check/treatment

Heartworm test

DHPP/DHLPP vaccine(s)

Rabies vaccine (age appropriate)

Completed spay or neutering

Pet Care Literature

Lifetime support and training consultations

A copy of your dog's veterinary records

For your peace of mind please know... Furry Bottoms Rescue is committed to making sure the dog we adopt to you is well-cared for. All of the dogs we take in are checked by our veterinarians, receive the necessary vaccinations and/or medical attention, and are spayed or neutered before being adopted. Our goal is for every dog to be happy and healthy, both here with us and in their forever home!

Vet Exam: $25.00 - $56.00 (this does not cover an emergency visit)

Dhpp or dhlpp: (two to three times for puppies) $20.00 - $32.57

Rabies Vaccination: $24.50 - $31.30 (this does not include the vet visit or office exam that is charged with this)

Heartworm/Lyme Test: $36.90 - $55.54 (if dog is old enough)

Fecal Exam (parasite only): $23.60 - $65.17

De-Worming Panacur wormer- (per worming)depends on weight and HOW MANY times they have been wormed): $5.00 - $30.00

Spay: $141.99

Neuter: $130.39

Flea/Tick Preventative: $5.60 - $10.25 depending on size of dog/month

Heartworm Preventative: $4.50 - $15.25 depending on size of dog/month

Health Certificate: $25.00 - $60.00 (if dog is crossing state lines)

Other Treatments Often Needed:

Blood Test Prior to Surgery (if ill or over age 5 years): $56.79 - $108.46

Titers (check for Distemper/Parvo immunity): $64.50

Brucellosis Test (if coming from puppy mill): $42.50

Ear Cleaning: $12.73

Ear Swab (test for infection): $22.30

Ear Treatment: $29.02 - $34.65

Fecal Exam (bacterial): $32.30 - $42.08

Urinalysis: $27.94

Nail Trim: $16.13

Dental Cleaning: $89.80- $272.61

Anal Glands Expressed: $23.88 - $24.60

Grooming: $25.00 - $50.00 (depends on size)

Allergy Tests: $100.00 - $275.21

This does not cover any special meds a dog might need or any of the costs when we get a sick dog in.

These basic costs for care do not include: Food, treats, toys, collar/harness, leash, ID tags, training, beds, crates or time/miles to multiple vet appointments which our foster homes graciously provide. We are truly blessed to have wonderful foster homes.

If you're interested in any of the pets listed, complete our on-line Adoption Application. Since we do not operate a shelter, our pets are fostered in private homes. To protect the safety of our Foster Parents and their families, an applicant MUST be approved prior to visiting a pet.

Furry Bottoms Rescue operates without paid staff so our volunteers mean the world to us. We're grateful for their time and skills...we couldn't possibly exist without them. There are many ways you can volunteer with us, depending on your interests and how much time you can offer. And even though we're very passionate about our mission of saving dogs' lives, we're flexible, casual and like to have fun!

There's a special bond between a dog and it's Foster Family. Knowing you're changing the life of a deserving dog is immensely fulfilling, and the dogs seem so grateful to get a second chance they shower you with love and affection. You don't need any special skills or knowledge to foster a dog. If you have an open heart, patience, and some common sense, we'll give you all the information and support you need to be a success!