- Can I bring my dog to pick up to make sure they get along?
We don’t recommend this as there is too much going on at Saving Grace in our parking lot area for it to be a good place for dogs to meet. It is an anxious environment with new people and things happening and multiple Saving Grace dogs being moved out during this time.
Read more Sleepovers - Can I give my host dog a bath?
Yes – but only if the dog has not recently (within the last 10 days) had surgery. The incision must remain dry to heal properly. In some cases, sponge baths are ok as well if the site stays dry.
Read more Sleepovers - Are all the Saving Grace dogs up to date on vaccines and preventatives?
Yes. All dogs have all required vaccines and boosters and are started on preventative treatment for fleas/ticks and heartworm upon coming on site and into our program.
Read more Sleepovers - Can I get follow-up information about the adopter to find out how my host dog is doing in his/her permanent home?
For reasons of privacy we can’t give out contact information. We encourage our adopters, however, to submit “Happy Tails” stories and pictures on our Saving Grace website.
Read more Sleepovers - What are the most important things to teach my host dog?
The time you spend teaching your dog to sit, greet others politely and walk on a leash is invaluable to the dog’s adoptability. Some dogs may need help and patience with other things such as consistent potty training or nervousness. Positive, human interactions, praise and love will increase the confidence of your shelter dog.
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