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Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue

David Adams

June 25, 2024

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Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue

#47 in United States, #4 in Ohio, #1 in Cleveland

Foster-based rescue only

https://www.neocr.org/

contact@neocr.org

Service areas:

All of northern Ohio as well as bordering counties in MI, PA, WV. We have transported dogs from KY, IL and other states when the need has arisen. We have adopters in multiple states as well including NY, CT, MI, NC, PA, WV and others!

NorthEast Ohio Collie Rescue was founded in 1995 by a group of individuals dedicated to the welfare and rescue of Collies in northeast Ohio. Many of our members also belong to local Collie clubs, obedience groups or are affiliated with other rescue organizations and local animal shelters.

Mission and Vision

The mission of our rescue group is to create an alternative for Collies who have been abandoned, abused or relinquished by their owners provide medical care, rehabilitation, and locating forever homes for our dogs lend assistance to families experiencing difficulties with their Collie in an effort to prevent the need for rescue or re-homing educate prospective owners about the care and needs of our dogs, whether they are companions, working partners or assistants in our daily lives Dogs become a part of the family and, in many cases, are willing to sacrifice their safety for ours. There is an implied understanding between dog and owner, a mutual trust. When this trust is broken it is the dog that suffers. It is both the desire and the goal of Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue to restore the dog's confidence and trust and its role as a valuable member of the family. It is our firm belief that our obligation to a dog is one of a lifetime, and not one of convenience.

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Adoption Policy

The first step in adopting a Collie is to obtain and fill out the Placement Application. The information on the application allows us to learn a little about your family. Information such as prior experience with dogs, number and age of children, existing pets, whether or not your yard is fenced and planned activities with your dog, helps us to find the right Collie for your family.After we receive and review your application, we will contact you to arrange a home visit. The visit will allow us to meet the prospective adopting family as well as answer any additional questions that might still exist. The home visit is not optional. Adopting a dog is a big responsibility and we want to make sure you're ready for it! Chances are, we won't be bringing a Collie with us on this visit since we're still in the application stage, but we can try to answer questions about a Collie you might be interested in, or make suggestions about one that might be suitable.When the visit is completed our Adoption Coordinator will contact you to arrange for a visit with the Collie. The family and the Collie can meet and spend some time together to see how everyone gets along. Particularly important is how any existing pets receive the new dog. Carefully supervised introductions allow for safe evaluation of the interaction of existing pets and younger children. Let's face it, they all look cute on the web page and we all think of Lassie when we see a Collie. Unfortunately, they all behave differently in real life and all possess unique personalities. You need to see the Collie and spend some time together before you can make an informed decision.Once the right Collie has been found and introduced to the family and all are in agreement, you will be asked to sign the adoption papers and pay the adoption fee. The Collie now becomes a member of your family to love and enjoy. There is no pressure to make an immediate decision. Actually, when practical, we prefer you sleep on it and call us the next day. This allows you and your family to discuss the adoption thoroughly and privately, avoiding an impulsive decision that you might regret later.A representative will call from time to time after the adoption to make sure that everything is working out well and to help with any difficulties that might arise. Important milestones are the first 24 to 48 hours and about 2 weeks. If you are going to leave the new Collie home alone for extended periods of time while away at work, shopping, or visiting, we strongly recommend that you obtain a Dog Crate and crate train your new dog to avoid any danger to other pets, or destructive behavior while you are absent. We can assist you in this if needed.If a problem arises after the adoption and you can no longer keep the Collie, you can return the Collie to us. If it is a compatibility issue between the particular Collie and your family, we may offer to allow you to try another Collie that might be more suitable. We cannot give refunds of the adoption fee after 30 days. If the Collie is returned (without a replacement) after 30 days, you may consider the adoption fee as a charitable donation.Upon placement, Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue asks all potential adopters to remit an adoption fee of: $475 for collie puppies $425 for adult collies & collie mixes $350 for senior collies (8 years and over)Adoption fees help to defray the costs of rescuing the collies and includes spaying or neutering, rabies and DHLP inoculations, and a veterinary exam.

https://www.neocr.org/adoptable-dogs

Testimonials

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"NorthEast Ohio Collie Rescue has brought so many dogs to a better life. I have witnessed dogs that have never been loved learn to be loved and how to love, and I have seen dogs who were loved by owners who died/surrendered them and had to learn a whole new life. NEOCR does an amazing job with each and every collie. I have heard from so many people who have adopted these collies that the rescue does a fantastic job and the dogs are doing well. Some of these dogs have had major challenges, especially the ones we brought from the Illinois hoarding situation who were fearful of humans and being indoors. God bless all the collies that come through their rescue; God bless all animals that need assistance. I have been working with this rescue for several years. Lots of challenges, lots of good results!"

— roseann c.

Volunteer / foster

"Northeast Collie Association of Ohio is the best place ever! We have rescued 4 Collies from them. The work they do to help save the Collies from all situations is extraordinary! 3 of my 4 Collies were abandoned 2 were starved and and the 3 rd one was dumped on the side of the road. They gave these dogs the care they needed to let them have a good life. My husband admire them so much we made them part of our Will! We want to ensure they will always be supported!!"

— michelle m.

Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

"Their care for dogs is outstanding, even after adoption. They hold events and the adopted dogs and owners can participate and socialize."

— kathy d.

Supporter

"Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue is a wonderful rescue. We were devastated when we lost our Pyr/Collie mix and knew the best way to honor him was to rescue another collie in need. I saw a request needing an emergency foster for a puppy and contacted them. They responded quickly, did my virtual home visit and interview and checked my vet references. They were thorough and quick and we picked up our foster in a couple days. He is now our foster fail and we love him dearly and are so happy and thankful he is a part of our family. Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue checked in with us often about how he was doing and has always been quick to respond to any questions I’ve had. They do amazing work and it is clear that they truly love and care for each of the dogs in their rescue."

— sharon w.

Adoptee, Supporter

"I have my Leo that I adopted a year ago! This group gave me the opportunity to fall in love with the collie breed"

— michelle r.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"great"

— alyssa b.

Supporter

"Just want to help"

— carolyn m.

Fan

"Precious Collies"

— debra m.

Fan

"I see the time, energy and effort that goes into this rescue. It is absolutely incredible!"

— tiffany f.

Fan

"Vivian Walling"

— vivian w.

Fan

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

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David Adams

About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

All testimonials

— roseann c.

Volunteer / foster

— michelle m.

Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

"Their care for dogs is outstanding, even after adoption. They hold events and the adopted dogs and owners can participate and socialize."

— kathy d.

Supporter

— sharon w.

Adoptee, Supporter

"I have my Leo that I adopted a year ago! This group gave me the opportunity to fall in love with the collie breed"

— michelle r.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"great"

— alyssa b.

Supporter

"Just want to help"

— carolyn m.

Fan

"Precious Collies"

— debra m.

Fan

"I see the time, energy and effort that goes into this rescue. It is absolutely incredible!"

— tiffany f.

Fan

"Vivian Walling"

— vivian w.

Fan

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