| You are willing to take in an unwanted adult dog - why is there an adoption fee? Canadian Dachshund Rescue is a not for profit organization. All members are volunteers. Simply put, the dog that you are adopting has received veterinary attention that cost money. Some dogs cost CDR less than the adoption fee, many cost significantly more. We work hard to fundraise for the rescue, but adoption fees are a major source of the income that allows us to keep saving dogs. All dogs that enter CDR see a vet for a checkup and are spayed or neutered as soon as possible. All dogs are brought up-to-date on their vaccinations. Dogs who enter the rescue in the spring and summer months are tested for heartworms and receive preventative if the treating veterinarian advises. If internal or external parasites are suspected, the appropriate tests and treatments are provided before adoption. In addition to the standard health care, the dogs often need additional medical care, including dental care, urinalysis and treatment for bladder infections, blood tests, medication, biopsies, and surgery. Canadian Dachshund Rescue has had several foster dogs that have required back surgery. At $2500-$5000 each time, that's an awful lot of bake sales. |
| The table below shows the average cost for basic vet care. |
| Adoption Fees |
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| Procedure |
Cost |
| Spay |
$230 |
| Neuter |
$130 |
| Vaccination |
$40 (office visit) $40 (vaccinations) |
| Heartworm test |
$30 |
| Heartworm medication |
$10/month |
| Fecal |
$35 |
| Deworming |
$10 |
| Flea control |
$10 |
| Total |
$405 (female) $305 (male) |
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Under 1 year -
$350 |
| Special needs dogs and dogs with identified medical conditions that require ongoing treatment may have reduced adoption fees. |