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Adopting a GDROC Dane
© 2010 GDROC
| We need Foster Families! |
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BASIC INFORMATION
Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth is completely run by volunteers. We adopt to mostly the Southeastern
Virginia region. Due to our limited number of volunteers, most adoptions occur within 90 miles of the Hampton Roads
area. In rare cases, if we can obtain help from another rescue for a house check, we may be able to adopt a little out
of our region.
We do not have a physical location as all of our Danes are fostered in individual homes. If you would like to meet our
available Danes, please stop by one of our Meet & Greet events.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADOPTION
1. No GDROC Dane will be placed in a home which intends to house the Dane outside or currently houses a dog
outside.
2. All adoption individuals must be at least 21 years of age.
3. We do not generally adopt to families with children under the age of 5.
4. You must have a fenced yard, at least 5 to 6 feet is recommended. Exceptions may be made in limited
cases if you can explain to the Board how you will safely care for and exercise your Dane. A letter requesting
exception must be included with your adoption application. The Board will review and make a decision.
5. If the Dane to be adopted is under 2 years old, adopter must complete an obedience course within 6 months of
adoption and provide proof of this.
6. If you rent your property, we require a written letter and contact information from your landlord giving
permission for you to own a Great Dane. Please include this with your application.
7. GDROC retains the right to refuse adoption to anyone for any reason. We must look out for the best interest of
the Danes. We take placement very seriously.
ADOPTION FEES
Danes under 1 year $350
Danes 1-4 years old $300
Danes 5-6 years old $225
Danes 7+ years old $150
Upon accepting a Dane into our rescue, GDROC assumes all responsibility for the Dane. Most dogs who come in are
in need of some type of medical attention – whether it be spay/neuter, vaccinations, injury care, or medical attention
for an existing condition. In some cases, we also send Danes through professional training to help resolve their issues.
We sometimes spend $1500 on a Dane and yet only ask $300 to $350 for the adoption fee. The adoption fees, along
with community donations, help us continue to provide care for the next group of Danes coming in.
ADOPTION PROCEDURE
1. You must reside within our adoption area – Southeastern Virginia or Northeastern North Carolina, usually within
90 miles of the Norfolk area. Limited exceptions may be made depending on location and availability to get a house
check done.
2. Complete the application. You may print and mail (address inside application) or you may email application. If
you email for faster processing, you must also mail in the paper copy before we will schedule a home visit.
3. Give us 1-2 weeks to process your application. This means asking your references to expect our call and to be
sure they call us back if needed in order to prevent delays. Please also call your vet and give permission for them to
speak with us when we call.
4. When your application has been processed, we will call you for a home visit.
5. Once the home visit has been completed, the Board will discuss your application and call you to let you know if
you are approved or not.
6. Once approved, we will begin scheduling home visits with the Dane(s) of interest.
7. Once we have found a Dane who is a match for your family, you will be required to sign an Adoption Contract
and pay the adoption fee before the Dane is turned over to you.
AFTER ADOPTION – WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
1. To provide a loving indoor home for your new companion.
2. To provide quality food, medical care, and obedience classes (if required).
3. After adoption, you will receive follow-up calls to see how your Dane is doing. Please return these calls.
4. If you are interested in volunteering with our organization after adoption, you are most welcome and encouraged to
do so. Volunteering is a wonderful way to learn more about your new companion and share in our love of the breed.
We need volunteers to help at public events, to foster, to help with fundraising, etc.
Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth is completely run by volunteers. We adopt to mostly the Southeastern
Virginia region. Due to our limited number of volunteers, most adoptions occur within 90 miles of the Hampton Roads
area. In rare cases, if we can obtain help from another rescue for a house check, we may be able to adopt a little out
of our region.
We do not have a physical location as all of our Danes are fostered in individual homes. If you would like to meet our
available Danes, please stop by one of our Meet & Greet events.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADOPTION
1. No GDROC Dane will be placed in a home which intends to house the Dane outside or currently houses a dog
outside.
2. All adoption individuals must be at least 21 years of age.
3. We do not generally adopt to families with children under the age of 5.
4. You must have a fenced yard, at least 5 to 6 feet is recommended. Exceptions may be made in limited
cases if you can explain to the Board how you will safely care for and exercise your Dane. A letter requesting
exception must be included with your adoption application. The Board will review and make a decision.
5. If the Dane to be adopted is under 2 years old, adopter must complete an obedience course within 6 months of
adoption and provide proof of this.
6. If you rent your property, we require a written letter and contact information from your landlord giving
permission for you to own a Great Dane. Please include this with your application.
7. GDROC retains the right to refuse adoption to anyone for any reason. We must look out for the best interest of
the Danes. We take placement very seriously.
ADOPTION FEES
Danes under 1 year $350
Danes 1-4 years old $300
Danes 5-6 years old $225
Danes 7+ years old $150
Upon accepting a Dane into our rescue, GDROC assumes all responsibility for the Dane. Most dogs who come in are
in need of some type of medical attention – whether it be spay/neuter, vaccinations, injury care, or medical attention
for an existing condition. In some cases, we also send Danes through professional training to help resolve their issues.
We sometimes spend $1500 on a Dane and yet only ask $300 to $350 for the adoption fee. The adoption fees, along
with community donations, help us continue to provide care for the next group of Danes coming in.
ADOPTION PROCEDURE
1. You must reside within our adoption area – Southeastern Virginia or Northeastern North Carolina, usually within
90 miles of the Norfolk area. Limited exceptions may be made depending on location and availability to get a house
check done.
2. Complete the application. You may print and mail (address inside application) or you may email application. If
you email for faster processing, you must also mail in the paper copy before we will schedule a home visit.
3. Give us 1-2 weeks to process your application. This means asking your references to expect our call and to be
sure they call us back if needed in order to prevent delays. Please also call your vet and give permission for them to
speak with us when we call.
4. When your application has been processed, we will call you for a home visit.
5. Once the home visit has been completed, the Board will discuss your application and call you to let you know if
you are approved or not.
6. Once approved, we will begin scheduling home visits with the Dane(s) of interest.
7. Once we have found a Dane who is a match for your family, you will be required to sign an Adoption Contract
and pay the adoption fee before the Dane is turned over to you.
AFTER ADOPTION – WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
1. To provide a loving indoor home for your new companion.
2. To provide quality food, medical care, and obedience classes (if required).
3. After adoption, you will receive follow-up calls to see how your Dane is doing. Please return these calls.
4. If you are interested in volunteering with our organization after adoption, you are most welcome and encouraged to
do so. Volunteering is a wonderful way to learn more about your new companion and share in our love of the breed.
We need volunteers to help at public events, to foster, to help with fundraising, etc.
| Are considering adopting a Great Dane? Please visit our F.A.Q. page about Great Danes. |
