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Home from Home®

Helping dogs move smoothly from one loving home to another.

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Our Home from Home® scheme

As part of our blended rehoming approach, if it’s in their best interests, some dogs are better suited to staying in the comfort of their own homes while we help them find a new family. Instead of coming into our rescue centres, we aim to rehome some dogs directly from the care of their existing owners, for a more positive and less stressful transition.

Why we offer Home from Home®:

Every dog’s situation is unique. For some, remaining in their current home until we can find a new family is the best option. Home from Home® can not only reduces stress, but it also allows us to get a truer sense of a dog’s personality, helping us to find the right match for their new home.

Whether a dog is rehomed through our Home from Home® scheme or through our rescue centres, our dedicated team supports both the original owner and the adopter throughout, with the dog’s wellbeing always our top priority.

Find your dog a new home

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How does the scheme work:

Owners considering rehoming their dog can contact their nearest centre to discuss whether Home from Home® is the right option. Adopters can view available dogs on our website or speak with our team directly. If you find a dog that captures your heart, you’ll go through out trusted Meet&Match® process before meeting your potential new companion, with adoption following the same steps as for dogs cared for in our centres.

Find out more about Meet&Match®

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Home from Home® FAQ’s for adopters:

How do I adopt a dog?

You can view our available dogs on our website or by contacting the centres directly. A member of the team will be happy to talk to you about any suitable dogs and the Meet&Match® process.

Can I come and look at the dogs?

Once you have gone through our Meet&Match® process, we would welcome you to the centre to meet your match. We do not offer public viewing of kennels as it goes against the principles of our Meet&Match® system and can be detrimental to the welfare of the dogs in our care.

I have applied for a dog on your website and received a call to state that the dog is on the Home from Home® scheme, how do I meet the dog?

If you are meeting a dog through our Home from Home® scheme, we will arrange the visit at a neutral location, such as at one of our centres, your home, or an agreed outdoor space – whichever is in the best interests of the dog. You will never be asked to meet the previous owners or visit their home.

How many visits will I need to make before adoption?

The number of visits can vary depending on the individual dog. The rehoming team will be able to advise you at the beginning of the Meet&Match® process.

Do I meet the previous owners of the dog?

No, the owners will bring the dog before you arrive and leave them with our team. You will meet the staff and the dog during your visit.

Will the dog still be given the same care on the Home from Home® scheme?

Yes, dogs on our Home from Home® scheme receive the same thorough health checks and care as those in our centres. This includes microchipping, vaccinations, and flea and worm treatments where necessary. The only difference is that the dog will stay in their home rather than a kennel environment.

Do you carry out a home check?

Yes, we carry out suitability checks prior to the dog going into its new home. This may be carried out remotely or by one of our experienced team visiting the home.

What happens if the adoption does not work out, do I take the dog back to the original owner?

No, you would bring the dog back to Jerry Green Dog Rescue for us to arrange their care. This may be a foster home, returning to their previous owner if agreed, or a centre space.

How do you assess the dog if they are not in the centre?

Before being made available for rehoming, a member of the team will have completed a variety of assessments with the dogs on our Home from Home® scheme. The initial assessment takes place in the existing home, where the dog is more relaxed and comfortable. This allows us to see truer representation of the dog and their behaviour than we might see in an unfamiliar environment. Further assessments may then be completed at the centre or with the vets, the same way we would with a dog coming into centre for rehoming.

How is the process different with a Home from Home® dog?

The adoption process for Home from Home® dogs is the same as for centre-based dogs. The main difference is that, because the dog remains in their current home, arranging visits requires a little more planning to suit everyone’s availability. This rarely causes any delays and doesn’t affect the overall adoption process.

What is required from me to complete an adoption?

If everyone involved has agreed you will be adopting a dog, congratulations, that’s wonderful news! Finalising an adoption is a joint process between you and Jerry Green Dog Rescue to make sure everything is in place to start your lives together. As part of this, we’ll ask you to:

Sign and return the adoption contract (along with any other supporting documents)

Transfer the dog’s microchip into your name

Pay the agreed adoption fee

We’ll guide you through each step, so you’ll be completely supported. This way, we can work together to make sure your new companion is officially and happily part of your family.

How long will it take the dog to settle into my home?

Every dog copes differently with the stress and excitement of moving to a new home. It can take a few days for them to adjust to new sights, sounds and smells, and it’s important to be prepared for this. Some dogs may be overly excited at first, while others might be clingier. All of this is normal, and our team is always available to offer advice and support during the settling-in period.

What if I find something medically wrong with the dog after adoption?

All the dogs we rehome will have had a health check within the 3 months prior to adoption, in which any medical issues should have been identified. The team will inform you of any existing medical issues during the Meet&Match® process. You’ll also receive four weeks’ free PetPlan insurance post-adoption to cover illness or injury. If you are concerned about your dog’s health after adoption, please do contact the team.

Any queries?

For any questions you may have about our Home from Home® scheme, or for guidance and support, please contact our friendly team who will be happy to help.