How to Adopt
Adoption Process
Finding the Right Dog for Your Family
At Dogs in Distress, our goal is to find the best possible match between each dog and their future family. Every dog has their own personality, needs, and background, which is why we take the time to carefully assess both our dogs and potential adopters. This helps ensure successful, long-term placements where both the dog and family can thrive together.
Our adoption process is designed to be straightforward while putting the welfare of our dogs first. From your initial application through to meeting your chosen dog and bringing them home, our team will be there to guide and support you every step of the way. We want every adoption to be the start of a happy and lasting relationship.
How to Adopt
Adoption Process: Four Simple Steps
Submit Application
Complete our adoption application form and tell us about your home, lifestyle, and the type of dog you're looking for.
Application Review
Our team will carefully review your application and contact you to discuss your suitability and preferences.
Meet Your Match
We'll help introduce you to suitable dogs and arrange meetings to ensure it's the right fit for both you and the dog.
Welcome Them Home
Once everything is approved, you can complete the adoption and welcome your new companion into their forever home.
Give a Rescue Dog a Loving Forever Home
Why Choose Us
Why Trust Dogs in Distress With Your Dog?
With over 20 years of rescue experience, we understand the needs of dogs and work hard to find the right homes for them.
We take time to learn about each dog's personality and needs, helping us find a family that is the right fit.
Our support doesn't end when a dog is rehomed. We remain available to offer advice and assistance whenever needed.
