Adoption Process

Our adoption process is more detailed than what you may find at your local shelter and this is because some of our dogs have seen misfortune in the past, and we strive to make this adoption their last adoption.

Before beginning the application process, please be aware of the steps that are involved:

Step 1: Complete the Adoption Application

  • Please make sure all fields are completed

Step 2: Phone Interview

  • Please plan accordingly when picking a day and time with our representative.

Step 3: Personal Reference Check

  • Inform your veterinarian and two personal references that we will be contacting them.

Step 4: Approval Process

  • We will review your application as a whole - references and application

Step 5: Home Visit

  • One of our representative will visit you and your family members in your home

Step 6: Meet & Greet

  • You and your family will travel to meet the foster family and prospective dog to assess compatibility 

Step: 7 Adoption

  • Adoption agreement will be emailed to you ahead of time for review and will need to be finalized with payment before you may leave with your new dog
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  • Catahoula Rescue of New England: Houlas & Heelers is proud to announce it is partnering with Safe Spot!
  • Safe Spot is an extension of the ID Palatine group offering a centralized, proprietary Pet Offender Registry™ that integrates Do Not Adopt (DNA) Lists of known animal abusers from animal shelters and pet adoption centers from across the country, including the full histories and criminal records of violent and sex offenders nationwide.
  • ​ It allows CRNE and other animal organizations to make the best adoption decisions.