Why Do We Charge An Adoption Fee?:
The expenses to run a rescue organization are almost too many to mention, but these are some, just to mention a few:
- Vets bills: spay, neuter, medications, euthanasia, heartworm treatment,
- Long term medical care for chronically ill dogs.
- Monthly heartworm pills and flea preventatives
- Medications
- Grooming and bathing supplies
- Crates and bedding
- Cleaning supplies
- Dog food
- Leashes, collars, tags
- Office supplies
- Adoption/education event registration fees
- No paid employees. No funds are used for salaries/payroll
Other Forms Of Fundraising:
Along with charging an adoption fee, we also receive funds through the following programs:
Our 'Donation Wish List':
All donations are greatly appreciated. Please e-mail Westie Rescue Houston to make arrangements for donating these items.
- Bath towels (used or new)
- Quick Snap Collars 12”-16”
- Printer Paper
- Letter size, manila file folders
- Document sized envelopes
- Human Baby Diapers -- size 3 or 4
- Printer Ink cartridges (HP 920XL)
- Postage stamps