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**Our Adoption Process**

At **Rescue Without Borders**, our goal is to ensure that every rescued pet finds a loving and suitable home. We strive to match each dog with the right family to ensure a successful and happy adoption for everyone involved.

**Step 1: Initial Inquiry**
If you’re interested in adopting one of our pets, please email us at **RescueWithoutBorders@gmail.com**. We will respond as soon as possible to answer any questions and send you an **Adoption Application**.

**Step 2: Application Review & Screening**
- Once we receive your completed application, we will review it carefully.
- A volunteer will call you to discuss your application, provide more details about the pet, and answer any further questions.
- We will check your references as part of the approval process.

**Step 3: Meet & Greet**
- Once your application is approved, we will schedule an appointment for you to meet the pet at their foster home.
- This step ensures that both you and the pet are comfortable with each other before moving forward.

**Step 4: Adoption & Home Visit**
- If you decide to adopt, you will complete an **Adoption Contract** to make it official.
- In many cases, you may be able to take your new pet home the same day.
- We reserve the right to conduct a **home visit**, either before or after adoption, to ensure the pet is going into a safe and suitable environment.

**Step 5: Post-Adoption Support**
- We stay in touch with adopters to provide guidance and support during the transition period.
- Our goal is to help both the pet and the family adjust smoothly to their new life together.

**Training Requirement**
We believe that **training is essential for a successful adoption**. A well-behaved dog is a happy dog in a happy home! **Attending formal obedience training classes is required** for all adopters. Training helps establish boundaries, reinforces positive behaviors, and strengthens the bond between you and your new pet.

**Adoption Donation & Fees**
- Adoption donations vary depending on the pet and their background.
- The adoption fee is **higher for dogs rescued from India** due to the cost of transportation and medical care.
- Please inquire about adoption fees at the beginning of the process.

Thank you for choosing to adopt and save a life! ❤️ If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at **RescueWithoutBorders@gmail.com**.

**Rescue Without Borders (R.W.B.)** is a small, dedicated animal rescue based in **New Jersey**, committed to saving animals both locally and internationally.

**Our Motto:**
🖤 *Every Dog Deserves a Good Home—No Matter the Breed or Where They Come From.*

At **Rescue Without Borders**, we believe love knows no boundaries. We do not discriminate—we rescue the underdogs, whether they are in the U.S. or abroad.

**Our Rescue Mission**
Currently, our focus is on two groups of **underdogs**:
1. **American Staffordshire Terriers/Pit Bull Mixes** – Pulled from local U.S. shelters, where they are often misunderstood and at high risk of euthanasia.
2. **Indian Pariah Dogs (IN Dogs/Desi Dogs) ** – Rescued from the streets of India, where they struggle to survive in harsh conditions with little chance of ever finding a home.

At R.W.B., we **open our hearts and homes** to abandoned and unwanted dogs and cats, regardless of location, age, sex, breed, or size.

**Our Rescue & Adoption Process**
Many of the animals we save come from severe neglect, abuse, or abandonment. To ensure their well-being, our rescue process includes:

- **Foster Care & Rehabilitation:** Our rescued animals live with foster families for a few weeks, where they receive veterinary care, socialization, and basic training.
- **Matching Process:** Because we spend significant time with our rescues, we understand their personalities and needs. This allows us to match them with the right forever home.
- **Health & Wellness:** We prioritize the health of our rescues and spare no expense in their care. Every pet receives:
- Veterinary checkups, vaccinations, and a full blood and stool test.
- High-quality, nutritious food and necessary supplements.
- Spay/neuter procedures for all pets over six months old.
- International rescues arrive in the U.S. with an **International Health Certificate** and all required medical documentation.

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**Why Rescue Without Borders? **
Many ask: *Why bring dogs from another country when so many need help in the U.S.?*

In **India**, street dogs are rarely considered family pets. Many people cannot afford to keep a dog, and those who do often prefer Western breeds as status symbols. As a result, **millions of street dogs** suffer from starvation, disease, vehicle accidents, and cruelty, with little hope of ever finding a home.

We focus on rescuing dogs that have **no chance of survival on the streets**, including orphaned puppies, the injured, the sick, and the abandoned. The **average lifespan of an Indian street dog is under five years**, but when adopted as pets, they can live healthy, happy lives for **18+ years**.

Indian Pariah dogs are among the **hardiest, most intelligent, and quick learning** breeds. They are survivors by nature, making them incredible companions when given the chance.

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## **Our Impact**
Over the past **15 years**, we have successfully rescued, rehabilitated, and found loving homes for **over 500 Indian street dogs** throughout the Northeast U.S.

At the same time, we continue to rescue **Pit Bulls and Pit Bull-type dogs** from kill shelters in the U.S. Through our work, we advocate for these misunderstood dogs, educate the public, and work to **dispel the misconceptions surrounding the breed**.

**Our Commitment**
Beyond rescue and adoption, we **educate and empower** adopters and foster families on the importance of:
✅ **Proper nutrition** for long-term health.
✅ **Socialization & training** to ensure well-adjusted pets.
✅ **Daily exercise** to keep pets mentally and physically stimulated.
✅ **Spay/neuter programs** to prevent unwanted litters and reduce overpopulation.

We are **proud to be a rescue without borders**, giving every dog—no matter where they come from—a chance at a loving home.

💌 **Interested in adopting or supporting our mission? ** Contact us at **RescueWithoutBorders@gmail.com**.