All of our dogs are currently living in private shelters or foster homes in South Korea.
Once an adoption is approved, dogs will travel to the United States through legal and approved international transport procedures.
Video calls are available prior to adoption, and adopters can communicate with our rescue team in real time through our official organization and app-based messaging channels throughout the process.
• Rescue Story:
Meet Philip 👋 This adorable pup was found wandering the streets of Paju, South Korea, in January 2022 when he was just 2 months old. He and his siblings were sent to a high-kill city pound, where they faced an uncertain fate. Thankfully, HDS Rescue stepped in and brought them to safety at a private shelter. Ever since then, Philip has been waiting for his chance to experience the warmth of a loving home. He’s ready to thrive and can’t wait to meet his forever family!
• Personality: Gentle, Calm, Friendly
Philip is as easygoing as they come! He’s friendly with new faces, including men and children, and adapts quickly to new environments. He’s a sweet, social pup who will melt your heart. Calm and gentle, he’s not one to bark unnecessarily.
• Affinity with
- Dogs: Great with other dogs
- Cats: Not tested with cats
- Adults/Kids: Gentle and calm when saying hello to children on walks
• Walking Manners: Philip is a leash pro—he’s gentle and follows his handler’s lead beautifully.
• Separation Anxiety: None.
• Housetrained: He’ll need some potty training in a new environment, but with regular walks, he’s very likely to prefer doing his business outside.
• Bathing/Brushing: Not tested but he would tolerate them well
• Barks/Howls: No
• Car Sickness: On his first car ride, he did great! No drooling or signs of stress, and he’ll only get better with more experience.
• Appetite/Food Allergies: No allergies.
• Shedding level (1~10): 6-7
• Likes/Dislikes: Philip loves treatos and enjoys greeting humans for pets and attention.
• Health: has skin allergies due to the shelter environment. On a medication for allergies.
💙 Adoption Fee Information
The adoption fee already includes all major expenses, such as:
International transportation, Customs and export documentation, Medical care (spay surgery, vaccinations, health certificate, deworming, etc.)
For this reason, we kindly ask that you refrain from requesting a breakdown or negotiation of the adoption fee. Your support directly helps us continue rescuing and caring for dogs in need, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding.
📌 Important Adoption Information
All of our dogs are currently living in private shelters or foster homes in South Korea.
Once an adoption is approved, dogs will travel to the United States through legal and approved international transport procedures.
Video calls are available prior to adoption, and adopters can communicate with our rescue team in real time through our official organization and app-based messaging channels throughout the process.
• Rescue Story:
Meet Philip 👋 This adorable pup was found wandering the streets of Paju, South Korea, in January 2022 when he was just 2 months old. He and his siblings were sent to a high-kill city pound, where they faced an uncertain fate. Thankfully, HDS Rescue stepped in and brought them to safety at a private shelter. Ever since then, Philip has been waiting for his chance to experience the warmth of a loving home. He’s ready to thrive and can’t wait to meet his forever family!
• Personality: Gentle, Calm, Friendly
Philip is as easygoing as they come! He’s friendly with new faces, including men and children, and adapts quickly to new environments. He’s a sweet, social pup who will melt your heart. Calm and gentle, he’s not one to bark unnecessarily.
• Affinity with
- Dogs: Great with other dogs
- Cats: Not tested with cats
- Adults/Kids: Gentle and calm when saying hello to children on walks
• Walking Manners: Philip is a leash pro—he’s gentle and follows his handler’s lead beautifully.
• Separation Anxiety: None.
• Housetrained: He’ll need some potty training in a new environment, but with regular walks, he’s very likely to prefer doing his business outside.
• Bathing/Brushing: Not tested but he would tolerate them well
• Barks/Howls: No
• Car Sickness: On his first car ride, he did great! No drooling or signs of stress, and he’ll only get better with more experience.
• Appetite/Food Allergies: No allergies.
• Shedding level (1~10): 6-7
• Likes/Dislikes: Philip loves treatos and enjoys greeting humans for pets and attention.
• Health: has skin allergies due to the shelter environment. On a medication for allergies.
💙 Adoption Fee Information
The adoption fee already includes all major expenses, such as:
International transportation, Customs and export documentation, Medical care (spay surgery, vaccinations, health certificate, deworming, etc.)
For this reason, we kindly ask that you refrain from requesting a breakdown or negotiation of the adoption fee. Your support directly helps us continue rescuing and caring for dogs in need, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding.
All interested parties are required to submit the application form to be considered for adoption. (Home pics must be included)
2.
Interview
You will be invited to an online interview once your application is reviewed. An interview usually lasts about 15-20 minutes
3.
Meet the Pet
Once you are pre-approved for adoption, we will connect you to your dog's foster family/rescue team for the meet-and -greet.
4.
Sign Adoption Contract
You are officially approved for adoption. We will send you an approval letter and adoption agreement.
5.
Take the Pet Home
Arrange a date to meet to pick up your pup!
Additional adoption info
Once the adoption application is approved, adopters are required to pay 50% of the adoption fee.
The remaining balance is due after meeting the dog.
The adoption fee covers transportation and all medical care expenses.
Once the adoption application is approved, adopters are required to pay 50% of the adoption fee.
The remaining balance is due after meeting the dog.
The adoption fee covers transportation and all medical care expenses.
You can meet our dogs virtually by appointment only!
You can meet our dogs virtually by appointment only!
More about this rescue
We are a volunteer-based international adoption team committed to helping dogs in need, regardless of where they come from.
By working across borders, we help dogs find safe, loving homes and a fresh start in life.
We are a volunteer-based international adoption team committed to helping dogs in need, regardless of where they come from.
By working across borders, we help dogs find safe, loving homes and a fresh start in life.
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