Adoption Fees

You are willing to take in an unwanted adult dog - why is there an adoption fee?

Canadian Dachshund Rescue is a not for profit organization. All members are
volunteers. Simply put, the dog that you are adopting has received veterinary
attention that cost money. Some dogs cost CDR less than the adoption fee, many
cost significantly more. We work hard to fundraise for the rescue, but adoption
fees are a major source of the income that allows us to keep saving dogs.

All dogs that enter CDR see a vet for a checkup and are spayed or neutered as
soon as possible. All dogs are brought up-to-date on their vaccinations. Dogs who
enter the rescue in the spring and summer months are tested for heartworms and
receive preventative if the treating veterinarian advises. If internal or external
parasites are suspected, the appropriate tests and treatments are provided before
adoption.

In addition to the standard health care, the dogs often need additional medical
care, including dental care, urinalysis and treatment for bladder infections, blood
tests, medication, biopsies, and surgery. Canadian Dachshund Rescue has had
several foster dogs that have required back surgery. At $2500-$5000 each time,
that's an awful lot of bake sales.