Please read this page carefully to learn about our adoption policies and procedures. 

The Process of Adopting a Companion Animal:

1) Complete an Adoption Application.

Our adoption applications can now be completed online! Simply click on Dog Adoption Application above. If you are interested in an animal in our rescue, you can specify it on the form. If you are interested in learning more about what type of animal would be best for your family, or if you have any other requirements for an animal, you can specify that as well. We will work with you to create a match that will work best for the animal and you. If there is not an animal you are interested in currently in our rescue, we will work with you to find the perfect match - there are many different animal rescues out there, and we will be happy to help you find the one with your perfect companion. Animals are NOT adopted out on a first come first serve basis. Our goal is the best match for the animal and family.

2) Complete a Home Visit.

All animals in our rescue are in foster care - this means they live with families instead of a specific shelter. This helps us to get to know the animal as best we can, so that we can place them with the most appropriate home. Sometimes this means you will need to meet specific requirements that differ with each animal. For example, some dogs may need to go to a home with a 6 ft. fence. Some cats may need a home with no kids. Some animals may need a home that can provide extra training, special food, medication, or any other special needs.

The home visit is not a test, and we are not going to be judging you. It is meant to ensure appropriate placement and as an educational opportunity for the new owner. During this time, we will see what kind of animal your home situation would be best for, and talk with you so that we are both comfortable that what we decide will lead to a successful lifelong adoption.

If you have a specific animal you are interested in, we may bring them along at this time so you can meet each other. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO MEET THE ANIMAL IN THE FOSTER HOME. These are peoples private living spaces. Most of the time we will be meeting at your home, or a public place like a park etc. This is also why we ask an adoption application is complete BEFORE a meeting with the animal is set up.

3) Adoption Of Your Companion.

If all goes well, we will sign an adoption contract. This is between Carried Through, and you, the new adoptive home. Contracts are valid for the life of the animal(s). If you are unable to fulfill the lifelong agreement, your must notify Carried Through and we will create a plan that is best for your animal.

Click here to read our Adoption Contract

Our adoption contract is in place to ensure that all dogs will be cared for and loved their entire lives. The contract covers many important aspects. If a dog is ever neglected or abused, we have the right take him back and give him medical attention and a new home. If a dog is lost, we are to be notified to help search to the best of our abilities. Adopters are not allowed to sell or place their dog in a shelter if the need to re home it arises.

Adoption Fees:

Adoption fees for young dogs (2 months - 4 years old) are up to $495.00.

This fee includes a vet check, vaccinations up to date, parasite treatment (ie. de-worming, advantage, revolution), microchip, spay or neuter, and tattoo. Please keep in mind there are many other costs associated with the animals that we need to cover, such as transport (flights or gas), food, training, and vet care (antibiotics, dentals, grooming, etc.) just to name a few. All vetting that is to be completed at the cost of the rescue, will be completed at our vet in South Burnaby ONLY.

Adoption fees for dogs older than 4 years old vary, with $495.00 being the highest, depending on vet care needed, age of dog, etc.

Some dogs, (ex. dogs with special needs and medical issues) can enter "forever foster" relationships. That is, you would adopt the dog in need into your home as a part of your family, but there would be no adoption fee, and we would continue to help with ongoing expenses, including anything from food to vet care.