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Dachshund
Haven Official Rules and Adoption Policies
All dachshunds adopted
through "Dachshund Haven of Garden Grove" shall be fully vaccinated,
spayed/ neutered and all known illnesses or personality quirks shall be
addressed to and disclosed to the person adopting the dachshund(s). All
spays/neuters and vaccinations and health issues will be addressed before
hand however, after the adoption process takes place, taking your newly
adopted little one to your own vet is always wise as it establishes the dog
in their records. Once adopted the adopter is fully responsible for any
and all vet bills including updated shots and yearly exams along with any
other medical care the dog may or may not need.
Adoption
fees are decided by Chris Jacobson are NOT up for negotiation. Fees are set
based on how much we have invested in the dog. For example, we pay for
spay/neuter on the dog(s), their dentals if they need them and most of them
do, and then their vaccinations and then we take into consideration how long
we have had the dog in our care and how much time we have spent working with
the dog. Age, sex, coloring and coat type, has nothing to do with our
fees. Adoption fees are non-refundable.
When
dachshunds are set as a pair there is usually a reason for it. Due to
bonding, whether sibling bonding or just plain friendly bonding over time, a
pair is a pair and "Dachshund Haven" will not separate and adopt one or
another.
If
you are considering adopting a dachshund and want to visit one, than
arrangements can be made by emailing or telephoning Chris Jacobson for
visits. WE ARE NOT AN OPEN FACILITY FOR PEOPLE TO SHOW UP AND BROWSE OR
PLAY WITH DOGS. ANY POTENTIAL ADOPTION OR MEET AND GREET MUST HAVE AN
APPOINTMENT .
Adopting
a dachshund is a big decision as it requires responsibility and love. A
dachshund will be held for one week while a decision is made, after that if
no contact than the "furkid" will be placed back up for adoption to another
adopting person.
We
appreciate contact, so if you decide that the time is not right to adopt
than a courtesy call or email to say such would be appreciated and your name
and application will be kept for future reference.
"Dachshund
Haven of Garden Grove" would like to remind everyone that adopting a rescue
dog is different than buying a puppy from a breeder or a pet store. Often
the dachshunds have been through a lot and because of it some may have
behavioral issues or quirks which need to be worked on. Most of the time,
we work with them and ease them out of it, but sometimes the hurt is so bad
it never really goes away, which discourages people and often finds
dachshunds back at rescue or in shelters. These are not "bad" dogs, they
just need to time to adjust, to be loved and cared for and the comfort of a
stable home. But, if at any time you take possession of one of "Dachshund
Haven's" furkids" and you find that you honestly cannot take care or that
the situation is just not working out, than "Dachshund Haven" CAN AND WILL
TAKE THE DOG BACK in order to keep them out of the kill shelters.
Certain
dogs come with certain quirks or behavioral problems. Applications will be
reviewed closely as certain dogs cannot be placed in certain environments.
Please be as honest as you can because these fur-kids will becoming a
member(s) of your family. Some dachshunds do well with children, others do
not, some do great with men, some do better with women. Usually dachshund
by nature have what we lovingly call "short man's syndrome" and have issues
with bigger dogs, some don't have any fear at all.
No home will be
considered if the housing complex does not allow pets. We do not allow our
dogs to be "hidden" in apartments, condos or any rental homes.
Dachshund Haven of
Garden Grove Rescue and Sanctuary adopt our dogs to homes where the dogs
will live in indoor life as a house pet, and companion and to be exercised
only in a fenced yard OR in an open outdoors situation with leashes only.
Our dogs should not be kept outdoors while no one is home to supervise or
for very long periods of time (even with other dogs present, no matter the
size or situation).
You
must be over 21 years old to adopt a dachshund. If you plan on adopting
than the dog must be for you. We do not allow "gifts" of dachshunds. If
you live with other family members, roomates, etc. than they must approve of
adopting a rescue dog. "Dachshund Haven" reserves the right to conduct a
home inspection before placing the dachshund.
No
home, condo or apartment complex will be considered without a fence. As well
as any home, condo or apartment complex with an open non-fenced pool.
If you are interested in a puppy, than a proper adoption process must be
done. A proper application with true and correct information, a proper
"Meet and Greet" and a home visit will be scheduled. We do not for any
reason give out referrals to breeders or puppy mills. Bribes or promises of
donations are not acceptable and will not be considered in any way shape or
form. Any emails sent to us asking to "purchase a dog" will not be
responded to.
 Dachshund
Haven of Garden Grove" reserves the right to refuse to adopt any dog to
anyone that we feel is unsuitable for a dog.
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