Illinois Doberman Rescue Plus operates as a not-for-profit organization based in Northern Illinois. The goal of IDR+ is to rescue animals in need, to place them into responsible homes, and to educate the public about the Doberman breed. Our rescue animals come from animal control organizations, humane societies, and owner give-up situations in Illinois and surrounding states.
After entering the program, our animals are spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, heartworm tested (and given monthly heartworm preventative), and microchipped (a computer microchip placed in the dog's lower neck for help with identification should the animal ever become lost). While awaiting adoption, most of our animals live in foster homes throughout Illinois where we attempt to evaluate their temperaments, learn their behavioral quirks, and work on basic manners and obedience.
We endeavor to place each animal in a home best suited for that individual dog. Some factors we take into account include the animal's reaction to children, dogs, and cats. We carefully screen all applicants since we want to ensure that each adoption is a good match and provides a permanent home for the animal. We maintain contact with our adoptive families and encourage them to contact us in case of any questions or problems.
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To adopt a Doberman, all children in the home must be age seven (7) or older. Our goal is to maximize the chances of success for every adoption, and our experience has shown us that this is best accomplished when all children in the family are emotionally and physically mature enough to properly interact with a large dog. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and well-being of both our rescue dogs and our adoptive families. Other breeds and cats have more flexibility for children's ages.Reside within the geographic area covered by IDR+: Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Iowa. Please note if an adoption does not work out, the adopter is responsible for returning the dog/cat directly to IDR+. Cats and most Plus dogs have an adoption radius of 4 hours from Chicago.To adopt a Doberman or some Plus dogs, the entire family must be available for a home visit by one of our volunteers. If you live beyond our volunteer reach, the home visit can be done virtually via a number of video-chat options.All adopters must demonstrate the ability and commitment to provide proper care, exercise, and training for the lifetime of the animal.Have a fenced-in yard or other reasonable plan to exercise and allow the dog to relieve itself. Adopters must agree to never leave the dog outside in the yard unattended.Agree to keep the dog safely on leash at all times when not in a fenced-in area.Ensure cats are kept inside and not allowed to be outdoors.Allow all of their pets to live in the home as a member of the family.Applicants, such as apartment or condo dwellers, must be able to provide written proof provided by the association or landlord, and/or provide contact info of landlord to IDR+.Agree to accompany the dog through a group or individual obedience class within 6 months of adoption. There are exemptions to this rule.Any Doberman under two years of age is required to attend an obedience class.All current pets must be spayed/neutered. There are a few exceptions to this rule. They must also be current on vaccinations, and dogs must be on monthly heartworm prevention.IDR+ will not adopt animals to applicants (or any other household members) with any conviction, misdemeanor or felony, for the following offenses: domestic violence, animal abuse, animal cruelty, or animal neglect.
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