Question 1

Can I adopt a dog from The Barkery?

Accepted Answer

The Barkery doesn’t directly facilitate any adoptions - we leave that to the experts at Dogwatch and CBBR. Please contact the shelter to learn more about the dog that has caught your eye!

Question 2

How does the adoption process work?

Accepted Answer

Each shelter has its own adoption process - learn more on their websites. One thing that might surprise you is that the adoption isn’t immediate; you can’t just walk into a shelter and leave with a dog! The shelter teams will learn about your family, your home, and your other pets before matching you with a dog. Please don’t feel like you’re being judged; without a thorough adoption process, there’s a much higher risk that dogs will end up back at the shelter, and absolutely nobody wants that.

Question 3

Aren’t rescue dogs ‘problem dogs’?

Accepted Answer

We hate hearing this misconception, so it’s an important one for us to clear up. Dogs are like people, with their own personalities, quirks, and ways of expressing themselves. If a friend of yours had been neglected, they might not be themselves for a little while - but you’d help them out with a lot of time, patience, and love, which is exactly what our shelters do for the dogs in their care! A lot of people don’t know that when a dog arrives at Dogwatch or CBBR, it can be weeks or months before they’re advertised for adoption. The shelters spend this time getting to know the dog, helping them to feel safe and comfortable, and putting training in place to gently correct any ‘less-than-good-boy’ behaviours. Shelters can often provide ongoing support with training after a dog has been adopted.

Find your paw-fect new family member.