Dogs who have been abandoned, surrendered by their owners, transferred from another shelters or rescues, or rescued from a puppy mill or other abusive situations, all become part of SCALs Foster
Program. They reside with either the Director or in a volunteer foster home, where they receive their
vaccinations, veterinary care if needed, training and love. The more that is learned about each dog from its foster family, the better the dog can be matched with an appropriate adoptive family in a forever home. All SCAL dogs are either spayed or neutered before going to their new homes, or the procedure is made part of the adoption contract. SCAL does not euthanize any adoptable animal for space; the dogs stay in the foster program until a permanent home can be found. SCALs Adoption program strives to match the needs of each dog with the needs, lifestyle and expectations of folks wishing to adopt a new family member. Prospective adopters are interviewed by phone as to the type of dog they would like and their families living situation, and their references are verified. If they can be matched to one of SCAL dogs, the dog is transported to them for an introduction, at which time a home check is done to ensure each dogs safety, happiness and well-being.
If the Adoption is approved, the Adoption Agreement is signed and Adoption Fee paid. New adoptive families receive a complete packet containing educational information, referrals to local Certified Obedience Trainers. SCAL is always available to help dog owners with questions or other concerns. SCAL also provides free referral services for families looking for a specific type of dog.
We work with other non-profit rescues, and many other animal welfare organizations throughout the
Western states. SCAL volunteers also participate in the transportation of needy dogs, both SCAL dogs as well as dogs needing transportation through our area to other rescue groups, foster homes, or permanent homes by utilizing this voluntary transport method in cooperation with other responsible organizations and individuals. Some of our dogs are sent to a trainer to be trained for law enforcement for drug sniffing dogs. Once trained they are donated to a Police Department that is need of a trained dog.
