This can vary a lot! It depends on the applicant and the dog. However, on average, from application to taking your new dog home, it takes an average 2 weeks. Please only apply if you are ready to adopt a dog immediately.

Surrendering a dog is a very difficult decision, so please make sure you are positive that this is the correct choice for you. After reviewing your application to surrender, a member of the team will be in touch to talk this through with you. There may be a waiting period, depending on how busy we are. We do ask for a small donation towards the care of your dog. This is dependent on circumstances and can be discussed.

The time it can take a new dog to settle varies a lot. The rule of thumb is 3-3-3. It takes 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to settle and 3 months to feel fully at home. The most important thing to remember is your dog will require a lot of patience. They might not be sociable and affectionate right away. They might hide, have accidents, be especially clumsy, growl and display a number of other undesirable behaviours. This is all totally normal - especially for rescue dogs that have suffered traumas. If you have the patience, you will be rewarded in time.

Our adoption fee is £300 per dog. This includes of the following;
Vaccinations
Health check 
Microchip implant
Neutering (if able)
Lifetime behaviour support from the charity