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We'd love to hear from you
Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit, all donations are tax deductible
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mailing address (we are not a shelter)
Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc.
75 Chase Lane
Winchendon MA, 01475 ​
501c3 nonprofit EIN: 88-4421834
MA AGO charity #080414
WHAT ARE YOUR ADOPTION FEES?​
The adoption fee for a dog or puppy under a year is $575 and $500 for a dog over 1 year. A senior dog adoption fee is $400. For cats and kittens under a year, the adoption fee is $275 (or $500 for a pair). Adopting a cat over a year, the adoption fee is $200.​
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WHERE CAN I SEE YOUR AVAILABLE ANIMALS?
You are in the right place! Our adoptable animals are listed on both this website and updates/additional info may also be accessed through our social platforms(Facebook and Instagram).
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​DO YOU HAVE A FACILITY THAT THE PUBLIC CAN VISIT?
We do not have a building, office, or physical location. We rely on our dedicated team of volunteers to foster every animal in our network until they find permanent, loving homes! All animals transported into New England will follow all state importation/quarantine laws.
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WHY DOES YOUR APPLICATION HAVE SO MANY QUESTIONS?
If you are a first-timer with pet adoption (or not), you may view our application and wonder why some of our questions are thorough and specific. Our team is comprised of seasoned "rescuers". Time and time again, we have witnessed animals being returned and surrendered because of a lack of dedication from their adopters. Wanting to avoid this, we ask the hard questions that animal owners will likely encounter once they bring a new pet home.
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I WANT TO ADOPT AN EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL. IS THIS THE RIGHT PLACE?
We love that animals can be trained to provide services to humans. However, we are not dog trainers, animal behaviorists, or educated in the skill sets surrounding the identification and placement of ESA or Service Animals. Please seek out the appropriate organizations that specialize in these services.
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MAKING WAVES OF CHANGE FOR RESCUE ANIMALS
We appreciate any and all help as we work to help animals in need. Coupled with our volunteer team, charitable donations are the primary source of funding for our rescue efforts. A donation to Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc. will be put towards the pull fee, vetting, transport, quarantine, and general care costs for current and future animals.
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We thank you for caring <3.
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