How to Adopt with D&A Animal Rescue
We follow a careful, step-by-step process to make sure every pet is matched with the right family — for the animal’s safety and long-term success.
See our process steps
First, you’ll complete an intake form that asks about your household, lifestyle, experience with pets, housing situation, schedule, and preferences. This helps us understand what type of animal will be the best match.
After we review your form, we’ll schedule a phone call to discuss your answers, ask follow-up questions, and answer any questions you have about the pet or our program.
For some placements we may request a virtual or in-person home check to ensure your environment is safe and suitable for the animal.
If both parties agree to move forward, we send a foster-to-adopt agreement. The standard trial period is 21 days so you and the animal can get to know each other in a home setting.
We provide guidance and resources during the foster period — behavior tips, medical follow-up, and check-ins — to help the transition go smoothly.
If the trial goes well, we complete the adoption paperwork and welcome you as the animal’s permanent family. If it doesn’t work out, we’ll help find a better match or bring the animal back into our care.
Ensures the safety and well-being of the animal
Reduces returns by finding the best long-term match
Gives both the family and the pet time to adjust before making a permanent commitment
Fill out our forms
Availability for a phone call and possible home check
Willingness to follow the foster agreement and communicate during the trial period
How long is the foster trial?
21 days (standard), shorter or longer in special cases.
Is there a fee?
Our adoption fees vary and covers medical care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchip) and helps support the rescue.
What if it doesn’t work out during the trial?
Contact us — we’ll arrange to bring the animal back and help you understand next steps.
We would love to support your Rescue, how do we do that?
You can make a one‑time gift or join our monthly supporters. Even a little each month makes a big difference for the animals in our care. Click here to give and keep our work going.
Ready to start? Click the link below to begin the process.
Saving animals, one life at a time
Saving animals, one life at a time
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