Adopt
Our Adoption Process
OC Pom Rescue works to find our dogs a safe and loving forever home, and ensure they will never be homeless, neglected, or abused again. We seek to make the adoption process enjoyable and informative for our applicants by prioritizing timely communication and transparency.
1. Select an available dog for adoption
2. Submit an adoption application
3. Email video home check to info@ocpomrescue.com (more info below)
4. Wait for an OC Pom Rescue representative to contact you!
Fill Out an Adoption Application
Fill out an application and specify which dog you are interested in. You must be at least 21 years of age to apply! There may be a waiting list for the dog you are applying for, so please be patient with us as we evaluate all incoming applications.
Submit an adoption application by clicking the button below.
Home Check & Evaluation
After you submit an adoption application, the next step is to send a video home check to info@ocpomrescue.com.
The home check must be a current video of the home, the outside property, all occupants, and pets. Our volunteers rely on these home checks as a way to scan for any potential security risks inside and outside of the home, and confirm the members of your household. Home checks are a wonderful way to get to know our applicants as well!
*Each applicant must submit a video home check to complete their application and be considered for the adoption of one of our dogs. We will not email you requesting a video home check; it is the adopter's responsibility to complete their application for the adoption of one of our dogs.
Adoption Fees
Your adoption fees go directly to our foster dogs to help cover all of their veterinary care and supplies. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, all vaccinations, microchipping, flea treatment, deworming if applicable, grooming, and more.
When you adopt one dog, you help OC Pom Rescue save another homeless and neglected dog! Adoption fees help us fund our mission and give quality vetting to each rescue dog in our care.
The adoption fees are firm, but we are always happy to provide documentation for rescue costs when requested.
Breakdown:
Puppies - 2 Years: $650
2 Years to 3 Years: $600
Adult Years: $550-500
Senior or Hospice Years: $450 and down
Adoption fees will vary, depending on the extent of vetting OC Pom Rescue has dedicated towards their health.
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What do donations go towards?For every dog we welcome into the rescue, we cover spay/neuter, an anesthetic dental cleaning, vaccinations, flea/tick treatment, microchip, grooming, and any specialty surgeries, treatments, or medications they may need. For even the most basic and routine vetting, we spend hundreds of dollars on each dog. Small breed dogs, especially Pomeranians, are prone to certain medical conditions (such as luxating patellas, collapsed tracheas, and heart conditions) that require expensive treatment. Many of our dogs also come from neglectful or abusive situations and need extensive rehabilitation for their diet, skin, etc. Donations make it possible for OC Pom Rescue to get them the care they deserve.To add a new question go to app settings and press "Manage Questions" button.
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Do we have any wishlists?Yes! We have wishlists through Amazon, Cuddly, and Chewy, which can be viewed by copying the links below: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EB2T53R8HETD?ref_=wl_share Chewy: https://www.chewy.com/g/oc-pom-rescue_b72556474 Cuddly: https://cuddly.com/shelter/68511/OC-Pom-Rescue We also incur monthly costs for food, toys, accessories, and other supplies. Our wishlists feature all of the items we need at any given time. We are also featured on Amazon Smile, and can receive donations through your regular Amazon purchases if you select us as your charity! If you have any items in good condition, you may also send them to our mailing address.
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Is my donation tax-deductible?Yup! We supply a Tax Donation Form upon request. Just ask a member when you see them or email info@ocpomrescue.com.
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Donation breakdown?$15: Provides 1 dog with a harness $22: Provides 1 dog with flea treatment $40: Provides 1 dog with a professional groom $60: Provides 1 dog with vaccines and a microchip $100: Provides 1 dog with a spay/neuter $200: Provides 1 dog with a dental cleaning $500: Provides 1 dog with full vetting and supplies $1000 + up: Provides 1 dog with a specialty surgery, such as a hernia removal, luxating patella surgery, biopsy, etc.
Finalizing an Adoption
Your trial period is over and you have decided to officially adopt a new companion. Congrats! OC Pom Rescue will always be a resource for you to answer any questions and remain updated on the well-being of your dog.
Keep in mind that it will take at least a month for your new dog to fully get used to their new home, routine, and other possible changes.
We encourage new adopters to ease their transition into your home by giving them plenty of attention and establishing a consistent routine. Building a trusting relationship encourages your companion to feel at home.
