San Francisco Samoyed Rescue

Rescuing and Re-Homing Dogs Since 1975

About SFSR

Samoyed Snippet

The Sammy's ancestors were the Nordic European Spitz dogs. The breed derives its name from a nomadic Siberian people, called the Samoyed, who developed this breed to be an indispensable part of their lives. They used Samoyeds to herd their reindeer, pull their sleds and keep their huts warm during the night. The breed was originally multi-colored but eventually the white became dominant. Arctic explorers used Samoyeds as sled dogs. The first Samoyeds reached Great Britain in the late 19th century and reached the US shortly thereafter. Samoyeds have become quite popular as family, companion and show dogs.

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Samoyed Rescue Program Guidelines

1. PURPOSES OF THE RESCUE PROGRAM

To rescue displaced Samoyeds.
To place displaced Samoyeds.
To serve as a referral service to other rescue/adoption organizations.
To notify veterinarians, Humane Societies, shelters, adoptive groups, etc of the progress made.
To maintain a list of suitable perspective adoptive families.
To keep records and documentation on Samoyeds placed through the program.
To keep track of lost and found Samoyeds.
Samoyed Rescue does not sell Samoyeds for the purpose of profit. Donations are requested to help defer the expense of veterinary care, food, etc. Minimum donation should be $150.
In the event of some problem that makes the Samoyed unadoptable, the committee will make a decision regarding euthanasia.

2. RESCUE PRIORITIES

A displaced Samoyed that has no home.
A Samoyed who needs a new adoptive family for human health and/or welfare reasons and the owner is unable to keep the Samoyed until a new adoptive family is found.
A Samoyed who needs a new adoptive family and the owner is unable/unwilling to keep until a new adoptive family is found.
Rescuing a Samoyed from a shelter, when the time is up.

3. WHAT IS NOT A RESCUE

A Samoyed that the owner wants to sell.
A Samoyed that is no longer useful to a breeder.

4. GENERAL INFORMATION

Age of the rescue Samoyed....8 weeks to 10 years.
AKC papers will be obtained and kept with the Samoyed whenever possible. The paperwork will be given to the new adoptive family upon receipt of the spay/neuter certificate (if unaltered).

5. PROCEDURE FOR RESCUING A SAMOYED

Determine if it fits the definition of a rescue dog ( see items 2 and 3 above).
From the home scenario.
Determine why the family wants to get rid of the Samoyed.
Obtain basic information about the dog: age, sex, altered or unaltered, coat condition, and veterinary needs.
Fill out a Release Form and insure the owner signs it.
Arrange for Foster care.
From a shelter or Humane Society.
Determine if the Samoyed is eligible.
Sign forms on behalf of SFSR ( payment of fee is subject for committee approval ).
Arrange for Foster care.
Once in the rescue program, a collar and SFSR tag will be assigned to the Samoyed.

6. REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Telephone calls regarding rescue with a copy of phone bill. Mileage for pick-up, home visitation, delivery of Samoyeds, etc . . .

List the dates and starting and ending mileage. A rate of $00.23 per mile will be used (subject to adjustment). Advertisements, rescue cards, printing, postage, adoption fees, veterinary fees, kennel expenses, etc . . .