Retrieve a Golden of the Midwest

Adoption Process Overview • Your application is valid for one year. If you want to apply for more than one dog, please email us at [email protected]. You do not need to submit additional applications. • As a Foster-based rescue, we do not have a central location where dogs can be viewed. Our dogs are located in Foster homes across a five-state area, so it is unlikely you will be able to meet a dog before applying. • Fosters review applications and reach out to applicants they feel will be a good match for the dog. If, after speaking with you, you both agree it might be a good fit, a virtual or in-person “meet and greet” may be scheduled. • Some dogs will attend various events, giving you the chance to meet them in person. When dogs attend events, it will be noted on the dogs’ profile page. Spay and Neuter As a rescue organization, RAGOM must balance managing the pet population with the dog’s health and well-being. Based on clinical recommendations, dogs wait until 12 months before being altered. Dogs 12 months and older are altered before they are adopted. Dogs under 12 months of age are adopted with the expectation that they are altered between 12-15 months of age or returned to RAGOM. Details regarding unaltered dog adoptions are located here. Adoption Fees (effective January 1, 2024) The cost to care for each dog far exceeds the adoption fee. The average cost for a healthy adult dog ranges from $600-$1400 including microchipping, spay/neuter surgery, wellness check, and vaccinations. We appreciate your understanding and support in our mission to make a difference in the lives of these wonderful dogs: • Puppy/0 to 1: $550 • Adult/1+ to 7: $500 • Senior/8+: $200 • International Puppy & Adult/0 to 7: $1100 • International Senior/8+: $750 • Special Needs: Case-by-Case Adoption Fees can be paid via Credit Card or PayPal. RAGOM does not accept checks. Directions to pay online are located here. Adoption Agreement The final step in the Adoption Process is for Adopters to sign an Adoption Agreement committing to the following: