You can apply to foster, adopt, or foster-to-adopt our pups. If a family isn't ready for the lifetime commitment of adoption, fostering is a shorter term commitment and helps save lives. If you are pretty sure about the dog you want, but would like a trial period, you should fill out the Adoption Application and select Foster-to-Adopt.
Adoption steps
- Submit Application
Application Link can be found at https://www.surfersforstrays.org/adopt
Use the "Adopt" button.
- Home Check
A volunteer will be in touch to request a virtual home check by photos or video.
- Interview
Let's chat on the phone or with a video call. We'd love to get to know you, so we can make the best match for your new family member.
- Approve Application
After your application is approved, we can consider which dog will best match your family and lifestyle.
- Sign Adoption Contract
We will email you the Adoption Agreement for you to sign.
- Pay Fee
Payments can be made through our website, our Facebook Page and with PayPal or Venmo.
- Take the Pet Home
We will arrange the transfer of the pet to you through our Foster Family or Transport Coordinator.