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A Lifetime Commitment
Taking in a pet is a big responsibility. Just like humans, animals must be cared for. Unfortunately, this does not always happen, and the animals are left at overcrowded shelters or to fend for themselves on the street. Relocating animals in need of a good home is the priority of AARPI. Adopt A rescued Pet, Inc. is an all-volunteer non-profit organization designated a 501 (C) (3) by the IRS. AARPI was founded in 2004 by a group of experienced volunteers devoted to saving animals in Citrus County. Informing and educating the public regarding responsible and compassionate pet ownership is a part of all organizational activities. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for homeless animals in our county by finding homes and loving families - for a lifetime.
Where Do Our Animals Come From?
Our volunteers work with local shelters, veterinarians, and the public to rescue pets. Many of our pets come from homes when their owner is no longer able care for them. These pets are often full grown and well loved. If you need help or advice on re-homing a pet please call or email us.
Benefits of In-Home Foster Care
Each animal we take in is cared for by volunteer foster "moms and dads". This environment provides a unique opportunity to evaluate the animal's specific needs. Veterinary care is provided for medical conditions as recommended by our participating veterinarians. Inoculations are current based on the age of the pet. Dogs are tested for heartworm. Cats are tested for feline leukemia / aids. Any on-going medical or special needs of the pet are discussed prior to placement. All rescued pets are spayed or neutered to reduce pet overpopulation. Pets are micro-chipped and registered with 24 Hour Pet Watch.
Why Adopt?
You can save a life, find an instant companion, and unconditional love by adopting. You have a pet ready to move into your home, heart, and life and up to date on all medical care. All pets are sterilized, usually housebroken, and vaccinations current based on the age of the pet. Any diagnosed medical problems are treated based on the recommendation of our veterinarian, chronic medical conditions and the need for routine medications are discussed with the potential adopters prior to placing the pet in the home. Pets provide many benefits to their human families. They help maintain balance within the family structure and help children to understand and accept responsibility in learning to care for another living being.
Adoption Process
Prospective adopters must complete an adoption form and sign an adoption agreement. Potential adopters are screened to make an appropriate match with a new pet. Information like the number of children and pets in the household is important in determining the best pet for that particular home. A home visit is made before each adoption and another may be scheduled at a later date to ensure all around satisfaction both for the pet and adoptive family. Click here to download an Adoption Application and Adoption Contract.
What If The Adoption Does Not Work Out?
Prior to placement adopters agree to return the pet to Adopt A Rescued Pet if they are unable to keep it. There is no time limit on this clause.
How To Find Out About Available Pets
The Citrus County Chronicle classified advertises our pet adoption sites daily. Pets are posted on www.petfinder.com and Pet Profile on WYKE (Bright House and Adelphia cable channel 16) highlights one pet each week. Call us @352-795-9550, leave a message about a pet you are looking to adopt and a volunteer will contact you.
Donations And Expenses
Adopt A Rescued Pet operates on donations and volunteers. Your donations are tax deductible. We have no paid employees. All of your donations are used to help the animals. Our foster volunteers feed and house our rescued pets. They also provide their own transportation for themselves and their foster pets to adoption events, veterinary care, home visits, and adoptions. A donation is requested for each pet adopted to help defray costs. Often many of our adult or older pets require extensive medical care. Surgeries, dental procedures, infections, heart-worm treatment, and skin aliments are the most common. We rely on donations for all organizational expenses.
Since our incorporation in 2004 our expenses have totaled over $73,000.00.
For Every Dollar Spent:
- 78 cents paid for veterinarian and medical expenses
- 20 cents covered program expenses - telephone, printing, shelter fees, special events and adoption related expenses
- 02 cents was used to pay administrative expenses
Bequest and Living Trusts
For those who wish to leave a legacy and extend their altruism beyond their time, we also gratefully accept bequests and living trusts. Not only does it protect animals, it is also simple to do. One may bequest a certain sum of money, a percentage of an estate, or perhaps the remainder of an estate after the fulfillment of the will. This can include cash, real estate, securities, houses, and / or personal property (vehicles, art, jewelry, etc.)
Living trusts are more popular than wills. This is because, as defined, they may be effective immediately upon death and will circumvent probate, keeping all terms private.
Can't Adopt But Would Like To Help
- Volunteer -- many tasks and skills are needed -- call us or download and complete a membership application
- Make a donation
- Send a gift card to shop for pet supplies
- Hold a pet food, cat litter, and / or pet supplies drive
- Include Adopt A Rescued Pet in your business advertisements
- Invite one of our volunteers to speak at an organizational meeting
- Add an AARPI link to your website
- Post our adoption calendar on your website
How To Contact Us:
Adopt A Rescued Pet, Inc.
P.O. Box 1613
Homosassa, FL 34447
(352) 795-9550
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