The Adoption Process is simple:
  • See our adoptable puppies below! If the puppy is listed, it is still available!
  • Fill out an Adoption Application for approval. You can not adopt -or- meet a puppy without this step
  • One of our adoption coordinators will send you an approval if you have been approved for the puppy you applied for!
  • Once approved, you set up a meeting for the adoption day listed on your puppy's profile.
  • You meet, you fall in love with your new furry family member and you take them home that day.
You must be 21 years old to adopt. We do not hold puppies. We ask all adopters to be prepared to take their new family member home when a match is made! There are many waiting to be saved, and once an appropriate home is found, a NEPR puppy is adopted out. Do not schedule a visit if you are not ready to adopt the puppy then. Adopting a dog is the most rewarding and wonderful thing, but it is a lifelong commitment. Please be sure you are ready for the responsibility. 
We reserve the right to refuse any adoption. Thank you for choosing to rescue and save a life! ​

Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page:

Your adoption fee includes:
  • Your new, veterinarian screened puppy
  • Health examination(s)-  an examination before traveling and an examination by our CT veterinarian when they arrive* Connecticut Rescue Regulation. 
  • Health Certificate 
  • Dewormings (or several!) 
  • Distemper Combo Vaccination(s) 
  • Rabies Vaccination (if 4 months & older) 
  • Microchip 
  • Flea & Tick Treatment 
  • Started on high quality food while in our care 
  • Transport to Connecticut
  • All of the love, care and hard work from our volunteers to care for your new puppy, run our organization and approve your family.