Adoption Fee FAQs

What are your Adoption Fees?

• Our average adoption fee for an adult bulldog is $500. However our fees can range from $250-750 depending on age and health of the dog.
• As part of the application process, applicants are required to pay a $10 application fee to Hoosier Bulldog Rescue. We are a 501(c)(3) non profit rescue and this application fee is used to help provide care for the dogs, as well as ensure that potential adopters are serious about the application process and adopting a dog. Note that an application fee DOES NOT guarantee approval of your application or that you will be guaranteed a dog. This fee is non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding. 

​What do these fees cover?​

• All dogs who come into our care are seen by a veterinarian. Any necessary medical treatments are completed, including recommended vaccinations, deworming if necessary, spay/neuter surgery, and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. Many dogs who enter rescue require further medical care, including treatment for skin infections, ear/tail pocket infections, cherry eye/entropion surgery, heartworm treatment, and much more. Once we accept a dog into our rescue, we dedicate ourselves to giving them comprehensive care. 

Why aren't rescue dogs free?

• Our rescue survives on donations to care for surrendered dogs. Often times, this far extends what our Adoption Donation fee is set out. It's not uncommon to spend $2,000 on any given dog. All dogs are seen by a veterinarian and any necessary medical treatments are completed, including regular vaccinations, deworming, spay/neuter surgery, and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. Many dogs who enter rescue require further medical care, including treatment for skin infections, ear/tail pocket infections, cherry eye/entropion surgery, heartworm treatment, and much more. Once we accept a dog into our rescue, we dedicate ourselves to giving them comprehensive care.
• English/French bulldogs are frankly a very expensive breed to own. Many people look to rescue for a "cheaper bulldog." However, it's important to remember that the price of a bulldog extends far beyond the "price tag." Bulldog owners need to be prepared to spend $500-1,000+ a year on bulldog care. Feeding a high quality, grain free diet reduces the number of vet visits for skin/ear/tail infections.

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