 Who We Are/What We Do
 North
Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc. (NTSRI) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) (tax-exempt) corporation,
based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas area, formed by a
dedicated group of individuals who love animals in general and the Samoyed breed
in particular. Individual contributors to NTSRI's efforts have been actively
involved animal rescue work for over 30 years.
It is estimated that more than 250 Samoyeds have been rescued by NTSRI to date
-- 23 in 2006, 13 in 2007,
and six so far in 2008.
Rescued
Samoyeds find their way to NTSRI from many sources: through cooperation with
local animal shelters; owner surrenders; and strays that are rescued by
individuals. On arrival to the group, the dogs are examined by a veterinarian
and treated for heartworms or other health problems if necessary, as well as
spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
NTSRI secures foster
homes for newly arrived rescues and ensures that the rescued Samoyed is cared
for until such time as a "forever home" is found. It is a labor of pure love,
since these volunteers receive no compensation (other than reimbursement of
veterinary expenses, subject to availability of funds) and often spend
considerable amounts of money out of their own pockets. Foster families also
evaluate the rescued Samoyed's behavior traits and use positive reinforcement
training when necessary.
 Prospective adopters are carefully screened
by NTSRI, to ensure that the placement of the rescued Sammy will be a good "fit"
for both dog and owner. As part of this process, prospective adopters are
required to complete a Rescue Adoption
Application and allow NTSRI to verify veterinarian and other references, as
well as perform a home check prior to adoption. A
Rescue Adoption Agreement will
also be required, if the application is approved and the adopter selects a
Samoyed from our program.
NTSRI
requests a donation from persons who wish to adopt a rescued
Samoyed. This donation helps defray some of the costs involved in the dog's rescue
and rehabilitation; however, in most cases the actual cost of
caring for a rescued Samoyed and preparing him for his new home is far more! In
2007, NTSRI spent more than $10,000 on veterinary services for our rescues.
For this reason, NTSRI holds several fundraising events each year. These
include garage sales and online auctions. North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc. is
also supported by and associated with North Texas Samoyed Fanciers, Inc., the AKC-affiliated
breed club for the greater Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Proceeds from events held by
the Fanciers are usually earmarked to benefit rescue.
Contact Information
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lynn Sluder, President
sluderl@aol.com
Colleen FitzGerald, Secretary
samsthree@aol.com
Claudia Khan, Treasurer
iluvsammies@netzero.com
- Electronic mail
- General Information:
ntsfrescue@aol.com
Webmaster:
ntsri@netzero.com
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