Frequently Asked Questions

You will be giving a senior dog a chance at a loving home in their final chapter. Unlike high-intake shelters where dogs are evaluated quickly and often times inaccurately, our staff have spent extended time with each of our dogs. This allows us to observe temperament, energy level, social behavior and other personality traits that can help us ensure a better match between dog and foster/adopter.

Our minimum intake age is seven years old.

Yes, with some caveats. If a dog is intact but is considered too risky by the medical team to put under anesthesia, we will not fix them as it would be considered too dangerous. All of our dogs are vaccinated.

Please fill out our online adoption application. Once it is accepted, a member of our team will be in touch to answer any questions and discuss next steps.

Yes, we always recommend a meet-and-greet before making a decision.

We will always take back a dog who has been with us before, if for whatever reason it does not work out.

Please look up the 3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs. In short, it is a general guideline for how newly adopted rescue dogs typically adjust: 3 days to decompress from the initial shock, 3 weeks to learn your household routine, and 3 months to build true trust and feel secure.

Fill out our online foster application. Someone will be in touch to discuss once it has been submitted.

We cover medical, food, and grooming expenses for the dog.

As long as you like.

An appointment with our veterinarian can be scheduled. If location is an issue, we allow fosters to use their preferred veterinarian. We ask that any expense over $200 be approved by FureverNV staff before proceeding, in order for reimbursement to be processed.

Submit the online foster application. In the appropriate section, note the animal's name, the shelter, and their AID (Animal ID). Someone will be in touch to discuss further once the application has been submitted.

Please fill out our online volunteer application. Someone will be in touch to discuss once it has been submitted.

We are located 1–2 hours west of Vegas. Volunteers are welcome to visit our facilities, help transport dogs to/from the shelter, or assist at adoption events.

It is not a requirement but is recommended.

Yes, all volunteers must be 18 or over.

All of our dogs receive a full, comprehensive exam with a veterinarian within the first week of intake. Treatment for each dog will depend on their individual medical needs.

Yes.

Yes, all medical records are automatically emailed to you by our dog software once adoption checkout has been completed.

To donate, please visit our Donate page.

High priority items are food (wet and dry), cleaning supplies, dog beds and blankets, treats, shampoo, collars, and leashes.

Yes. Please use our Contact Us page and select "I'd like to sponsor a dog." We will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Yes, please visit our Donate page and list the name in the "Additional Information" section.

We only pull dogs on the "commitment" list at a city shelter. We regularly check these lists, so there is no need to request a pull — we will see them.

Please fill out our online owner surrender form. You will be placed in our queue for open spots and someone will be in touch when a spot opens. Requirements: the dog must be up-to-date on vaccines and must pass a temperament test administered by a FureverNV staff member.

Please fill out our online stray form. Someone will be in touch to discuss once it has been submitted.