Unlike a rescue or shelter, adoptions are not the primary focus at Shep’s Place. Our main concern is the happiness and well-being of the dogs in our care. As a Sanctuary, we are under no pressure to adopt them out, and they are free to remain forever. However, if a family comes along that can provide a good home to one of our dogs, we are certainly open to adoption. We still believe that most dogs are happier in their own house, with their own people, so if the opportunity arises, we will gladly assist.
To consider an adoption, we first need to know the dog well enough to understand its needs and personality. So, we’d like every dog to stay with us for at least four weeks before being made available for adoption. If a dog is available, we will list their status as Adoptable on the website, and post them on various adoption sites. Interested parties may then fill out an Adoption Application on our website. For qualified applicants, we will schedule a Meet & Greet with the dog, and if that goes well, an in-home visit. If the parties decide to move forward, we will arrange for the dog to spend a two-week foster visit with the applicant before completing the adoption. This process, though time-consuming, is designed to protect the interests of both the dog and the adopter.
Because we ask for a Meet & Greet and a home visit, we will only consider adopting our dogs to people within 100 miles of our location.
To see which of our dogs are available for adoption, please click on the logo below to visit our page at Petfinder.com
If you are interested in adopting one of our available dogs, please first read the Adoption Letter below, then fill out the following application. We hope it is the first step in a new friendship between you and one of our sweet pups!