We also do a vet check if the person has or has had any other pets, and make sure to have the prospective pet meet any resident animals.
Adoption steps
Submit Application
Interview
Meet the Pet
Home Check
We also check vet and personal references.
Approve Application
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
Go meet their pets
All dogs are in foster homes -- meet-and-greets are by appointments and interested parties must fill out the application first. We do have adoption events once every few months.
More about this rescue
House Hippo Rescue was founded to save dogs most at- risk for euthanasia, to remove barriers preventing people from keeping their dogs, and to advocate for responsible and compassionate pet ownership.