Resources
Donations
Donations are always accepted. All cash donations are used to benefit shelter dogs and pups. Clean blankets, leashes, crates, and other supplies are also needed. If you would like to donate any of these items, please contact us. If you would like to make a cash donation, please click on the PayPal Donate icon or send a check to:
Rescue for Love
c/o Kristi Blassberg
P.O. Box 666
Croton Falls, New York 10519
We are a non profit, 501(c)3 organization, so your donation is tax deductible.
Our Dogs
The shelters that we rescue from have purebreds, mixes, pups and seniors that are in grave danger of being euthanized. If our Petfinder site does not currently have the dog you’re looking for, please fill out an application and specify the type of dog you would like to adopt. We will search our network of shelters to find the right match for you.
Contact Us
Rescue for Love
P.O. Box 666
Croton Falls, New York 10519
Phone: (914)582-7242
Email: rescueforlove
@rescueforlove.org
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Before You Adopt
Answer these questions first before deciding on bringing a pet permanently into your life. Make your decision based on what’s best for you, your family and the animal.
Why do you want a pet?
The answer to this question should be more than it's so cute, everyone
else has one or for the kids. Pets may be with you for ten, fifteen and
even more years, long after they're "cute", popular or a fashion
statement. The kids may be grown up and gone and you may still have your
animal. Are you prepared to commit to an animal for the duration of its
lifetime?
Do you have time for a pet?
Animals require food, water, exercise and companionship every day. You
cannot ignore them because you are "too busy",
"tired", "traveling" or "sick". Do you have
the time it takes every day of every year of that animal's lifetime?
Can you afford a pet?
Pets need more than just leftovers. In fact, they need a diet of good
pet food, toys, litter, licenses, veterinary care, grooming, training,
bedding and more. These expenses add up quickly and may amount to much
more than you are prepared, or can afford, to spend.
Can you have a pet where you live?
Some rental housing will not allow any pets. Other communities may
try to limit the type, size or number of pets you are allowed. Be sure you
know about any restrictions before you look for an animal.
Do you have the right living arrangements for the pet you want?
You don't want a St. Bernard living in a small, cramped apartment. More
importantly, you want to tailor your pet's energy requirements to the
space available. While a cocker spaniel might be very happy in an
apartment, a border collie, that is similar in size, may not be.
Can you deal with the problems that a pet can cause?
Flea infestations, dirt, scratched furniture, chewed shoes, poop, vomit
and hairballs are just some of the things that are common with pet
ownership. If you can't deal with these, then pet ownership is probably
not for you.
Is this a good time in your own life to adopt a pet?
Do you have very young children living at home? Do you have health
problems that might interfere with pet ownership? Will you be too old in
ten or fifteen years to enjoy a pet? Are you a student? Will you be moving
frequently? Are you getting a divorce? Do you travel often? These and
other questions like them should help you decide whether to get a pet now
or perhaps wait awhile.
Will you be a responsible pet owner?
Will you have a problem with community leash laws, pooper-scooper laws or
any other legal restrictions on you and your pet? Will you make sure that
your animal is confined to a safe and secure area, for its own sake and
that of other animals and people? If you have any doubts about these
questions and others like them, then pet ownership is not for you.
Who will look after your pet when you're not home?
Can you afford to board your pet or hire a pet sitter when you are on
vacation or out of town? Do you have a reliable neighbor, relative or
friend to look after your animal if needed? If the answer is no, you
should reconsider whether you should get a pet at this time.
Are you prepared to make an animal an active part of your family
for the duration of its lifetime?
If you cannot commit yourself to love and care for an animal for the
duration of its lifetime then you should wait until you can do so before
you consider adoption.