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How You Can Help:
There are many ways for you to help Leo Rescue Ontario to help Leos who
are hoping for a second chance at a loving forever home.
Adopt
As we have no control over when Leonbergers come to our
rescue, it is impossible for us to pinpoint how long it will take for us to
find the right Leo for you and your family.
History has shown that the more open you are to gender and age
range, the more likely your chances of finding a dog quicker. Although it is not unheard of, we very
rarely receive puppies.
To speed up your chances for adoption, please click on this
link and complete the Adoption Application Form so we can place you
in our files for consideration when a dog becomes available.
All adoptive families are subject to a home visit and personal
interview by one of our experienced volunteers, prior to any dog being
placed.
Foster
In certain circumstances it may be necessary to have our
rescued Leos spend some time in a foster home prior to being placed in
their new homes. Since this provides
an opportunity to evaluate the health, temperament, and general conditions
of the dog, as well as determine any behavioural challenges that may be
present, fostering is an extremely important responsibility that is best
performed by those who are experienced in handling dogs.
Transport
Help is sometimes needed to transport rescued dogs to and from
homes, shelters, kennels, and veterinarian appointments. Sometimes this means driving a dog across
town, while at other times driving to a new home hundreds of kilometers
away.
Volunteer
Volunteering can take on many forms. You can assist with fundraising
activities or provide public education at dog shows, performance events,
etc. You can offer to contact your
local shelter and veterinarian clinics acting as a local contact for Leo Rescue Ontario. In the case of those of you familiar with
the breed standard, you can volunteer to visit shelters and clinics where a Leo is suspected of being held
and help in the identification process.
Please email Leo Rescue Ontario by clicking here if you are interested
in volunteering.
Please Consider a
Donation
Since all costs associated with acquiring, caring for, and
placing the dogs are covered by Leo Rescue Ontario, without the
generous donations of people who care about Leonbergers, we would not be in
a position to do what is necessary for the dogs that come into our rescue.
When we take a Leonberger into Leo Rescue Ontario, we supply
veterinary care, food, love, and shelter to homeless, abandoned, neglected,
and sometimes injured Leos. And
since our goal is to help bring about a happy ending for these dogs who may
have known very little love and compassion in their lives, any and all
monetary donations are greatly appreciated!
Please note: Unfortunately we do not have charity status,
so tax receipts cannot be issued for donations at this time.
You will find instructions on the form for your return
options. If you have any problems
with the forms above, or prefer to have a copy mailed or faxed to you, please email us.
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