Tidewater Bichon Frise Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 8084 Suffolk, Virginia 23438

(757) 986-2275 Directions Email Facebook

About this shelter

Tidewater Bichon Frise Rescue, Inc. in Suffolk, VA

Tidewater Bichon Frise Rescue is an independent organization that adheres to the Best Practice Guidelines and Standards established by the Bichon Frise Club of America. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit and tax-exempt volunteer organization incorporated in Virginia, our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Bichon Frises. We also focus on controlling the animal population by ensuring that all Bichons are spayed or neutered before being placed in new homes. We are dedicated to placing Bichons only in environments where they will receive loving and humane care.

Before you go

Adopting from this shelter

Adoption process

The adoption process begins with a written application. Before we can discuss specific adoption opportunities, we require a completed questionnaire submitted by an adult. As part of our process, we conduct a veterinary reference check, a telephone interview, and a home visit prior to finalizing any adoption. The adoption fee is $275, or $350 for dogs under one year old. A non-transferable contract will be signed at the time of adoption. We have specific requirements for potential adopters. We do not place animals with individuals or families that have small children under the age of eight. Additionally, adopters must reside within 100 miles of Suffolk, VA. A home check will be conducted before adoption, and follow-up visits will take place afterwards to ensure a successful match and the well-being of both the dog and the adopters. We do not approve adoptions for individuals who are away from home all day, as this can lead to dissatisfaction for both the adopters and the dogs, who may experience fear, loneliness, and boredom. In most cases, a fenced yard will be required for adoption.

Service area: Central and Southeastern Virginia, along with Northeastern North Carolina.
County: Suffolk city