Fill out a questionnaire. We will get back With you with 72 hours and let u know if we feel it is a good match and if not why. Once the questionnaire is approved we move on to a meet and greet. Most of our screening is done “behind the scenes” but if we have concerns or questions about fencing, we may schedule a visit to the home to ensure the home is safe and dog proof. Each pet is treated on an individual basis and we feel each home may able to provide different needs. We take each case, on individually and believe in an open conversation and adoption process
Adoption steps
Submit Application
Go to www.rusticrovertn.com , under the tab forms, choose adoption application
Approve Application
Please allow 48-72 hrs for an application to be reviewed. We conduct research & background checks behind the screens.
Meet the Pet
Once, approved a meet & greet may be scheduled. Most meet & greets take place at the rescue site.
Sign Adoption Contract
Please bring your ID. You must be over 18 years old to sign the contract. Address on ID must match application
Pay Fee
We accept Paypal, Venmo and cash. No checks. Adoption fee is required at the time of adoption.
Take the Pet Home
You will be provided a leash & collar to go home. All adoptions come with a 14 day trial period & post adoption support.
Go meet their pets
Upon approval, a scheduled meet and greet may take place at a rustic Rover. To ensure the safety and protection of our pets both personally and professionally all visits MUST make an appointment. Rustic Rover is a family owned facility which resides on the family farm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday-Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Thursday: 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Friday-Saturday: 12:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
More about this rescue
Rustic Rover believes in providing and protecting animals. Each life is important and it is our mission to ensure a safe haven. We run solely on donations. We offer boarding for all alumni very affordable VIP rates. We are a 501(c) (3) non profit. The rescue site is located on a private mini farm just on the outskirts of Knoxville.