* ADOPTION * from CENTRAL OHIOSAMOYED RESCUE

Ever hear of the term WYSIWYG? It means "what you see is what you get", and it applies to rescue well. Why? Because unlike a new puppy, rescue dogs in the COSR program have been tested, evaluated, screened, retrained, and treated in about every way known to mankind. There's very little we can't tell you about what you will be getting..... and often, we can even tell you what the poor thing has been through in the past!

Also, unlike the new puppy, we have a pretty good idea of genetic problems, and can inform you if we suspect a condition may exist. In many cases, we have gone the extra step and paid for x-rays, so we know of skeletal problems or deviations. This is not always the case, naturally, but if we think there might be something wrong, we'll be certain to have it checked.

SPECIFIC DOGS FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS

Your lifestyle will greatly affect the type of dog you want. If you are gone most of the day and you need to crate your animal for long periods of time, then obviously you won't want a hyperactive youngster. Maybe you jog daily and want a companion. A younger, more active dog would be perfect! Or maybe you have a family and need one that's good with children or even other pets. Not a problem!

Why? Because rescue groups will take your information, screen your needs carefully, and then match you with the perfect dog. Of course, you have the final decision if the animal is what you expected, but you'll have plenty of information to base that decision on... and who can really refuse the loving smile of a Samoyed when it comes visiting in your heart?

HOW DO I ADOPT?

To start the adoption process, you will need to contact the rescue program in your area. If it happens to be Central Ohio Samoyed Rescue, you can simply print out out the on-line request form, and mail it to us. For those outside our area, send us an e-mail and we will direct you to the appropriate source.

WHAT DOES IT COST?

The cost to adopt a rescue is nominal. It varies from program to program, typically ranging between $100 to $250. Central Ohio Samoyed Rescue asks for a $125 donation at the time the animal is placed. The fee is a small price to pay for a loving pet that has been carefully selected just for you, and it helps to offset the cost of rescuing more difficult cases.

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