FAQ

  1. I found a dog/cat.  What should I do now?
  2. I want to adopt a dog/cat.
  3. I lost my dog/cat.  What should I do?
  4. I need to re-home my pet.  What should I do?
  5. I'm concerned for the welfare of my neighbor's pet(s.)  How can I help?
  6. How can I become a foster volunteer?
  7. What is your adoption process?
  8. Is there an adoption fee?  How much?
  9. Besides money, what other donations does Pet ResQ 911 need?
  10. What can I do if I'm having trouble feeding my pet?
  11. Where can I turn for help with emergency vet expenses?
  12. What are some options for pet owners struggling in this economy?
  13. Do you know of any vets that will do end of life care/PTS at my home?
  14. Where can I go to get my pet spayed or neutered?
  15. What can I do about the feral cats in my neighborhood?
  16. Do you know of any foster programs for Military families?
  17. What are some other local animal welfare agencies/organizations?
  18. Do you know of any pet friendly apartment buildings?
  1. I found a dog/cat.  What should I do now?
    If you have found a dog/cat, first and foremost attempt to locate the owner.  If the animal is not wearing tags, you can do the following:
    • Take it to the vet to check for a micro-chip (free and walk-in)
    • Check the "lost pet" listings on:
    • http;//PetResQ911.org (coming soon)
    • Check with local agencies to see if anyone has reported a missing pet:
    • Post "Lost Dog/Cat" fliers with minimum information in the area the animal was found.  If someone comes forward, ask for proof of ownership, such as pictures, vet records, specific markings or traits, etc.
    • Take fliers to local vets and groomers.  They may recognize the pet and/or have a place to post the flier.  Ask them for a listing of other groomers and vets in the area.
    • Post a FREE ad in The Tennessean Sunday edition for lost and found pets.
    • Send a picture to PetSec.  with specific details about the animal, such as temperament, location found, energy level, approximate age, gender, and physical description.

    Locating an owner may take up to 10 days, after which it may be time to re-home the pet.  In addition to this list of other rescues, the same fliers, ads, and emails above apply to this process as well.  Don't forget to use social media, such as Twitter and Facebook, to get the word out!

    Based on the information you provide to Pet ResQ911/Pet Sec, we will determine what further assistance can be provided.  In certain situations we will be able to:
    • Send the info to our limited network of rescue contacts
    • Distribute it to the Pet ResQ 911 mailing list in hopes of connecting with possible fosters/adopters
    • Add a biography and picture to the Adoptables page of this website as well as to Pet ResQ 911's Facebook and Petfinder accounts
    • Include the dog/cat on Pet ResQ 911's adoption fliers
    • Include the dog/cat at adoption events (as appropriate)
    • Contact our foster network to find someone willing to foster the dog/cat on your behalf
    • If you, the finder, are able to foster the animal indefinitely or find a foster until an appropriate home is found, then  Pet ResQ 911 may help in the above manners and assist with the animal's expenses as necessary.  If at any point you are no longer willing or able to foster the animal, Pet ResQ 911 will not be able to continue its commitment to the animal and in no way is responsible to do so.
  2. I lost my dog/cat.  What should I do?
    • Tell your mail carrier, since s/he walks the neighborhood every day.
    • Post fliers on phone poles, in coffee shops, bars, grocery stores, etc.
    • Check the regular places you visit with your pet, such as the dog park, your regular walking route, other dog's yards, etc.
    • List your pet as "lost" on:
    •          http://PetResQ911.org
    • Put an ad in Sunday's The Tennessean for lost and found pets
    • Make "Lost Pet" fliers:
    • Call TDOT and ask them if they have picked up any dead animals matching your pet's description in the last three days.  If more than three days pass, they will not be able to tell you for sure.  Even if your animal has a tag on, they will not call you.
    • Send a photo and details of your pet to Pet ResQ 911 in case someone reports a found pet to us.
    • Read some more great pointers on the Petfinders website
  3. I need to re-home my pet.  What should I do?
    First of all, could you keep your pet if you obtained some assistance?  If so:
    If you are still convinced you need to re-home your pet:
    • Send pictures and a description to PetResQ911.org
    • Contact other rescues - both local and long distance - and check for breed-specific rescues if appropriate
    • Contact the Nashville Humane Association about their in-take program
    • Use social media, etc. to let all your friends, family, and acquaintances know
    • IMPORTANT: IF YOU ARE ADOPTING YOUR PET TO A STRANGER, you should request a re-homing fee, perform a home visit, and check his/her personal references.  PLEASE do not give your pet away for free to someone you do not personally know and trust. Thoroughly investigate any person and/or rescue that you are considering.  Please review stories for an example of what may happen to your pet in the hands of a fraudulent "rescue." 
  4. I'm concerned for the welfare of my neighbor's pet(s.)  How can I help?
    • Try talking to the animals' owner; get tips here
    • Contact Pet ResQ 911 or Metro animal control. 
  5. How can I become a foster volunteer?
    Fill out our Volunteer Form and email it to PetResQ911@.  Someone will schedule an interview and home visit with you once we receive your application.
  6. What is your adoption process?
    Complete the Adoption Application in full and email it to: PetResQ911.org.  Once we receive your paperwork, we will call you to confirm.  Then we check your references and schedule an introduction with the dog at your home.  
  7. Is there an adoption fee?  How much?
    Yes. Pet ResQ 911 requires a $100.00 adoption fee to offset the costs of vetting and caring for our animals until forever homes are found.
  8. Besides money, what other donations does Pet ResQ 911 need?
    We are always accepting donations.  Items we are in need of at this time include:
    • dog houses
    • dog food
    • cat food
    • towels and blankets
    • crates
    • leashes and collars
    • chew toys
    • fencing materials
    • unexpired heartworm and flea medications
  9. What can I do if I'm having trouble feeding my pet?
    • Contact:Pet ResQ 911
    • The Nashville Humane Association has a Food Bank that operates from 1-4pm every Sunday and Wednesday.  To be eligible, bring with you:
      • proof your animal has been spayed or neutered
      • a valid TN License or TN ID (to prove you live in Davidson County)
      • evidence that you are on Govt. Assistance, unemployed, or low income
      • Bring whatever proof you can of any of these things. It's not their objective to turn people away.  For more information, call (615)352-1010.
    • Contact the Middle Tennessee Pet Food Bank
  10. Where can I turn for help with emergency vet expenses?
  11. What are some options for pet owners struggling in this economy?
    The following is a list of organizations that provide financial assistance to pet owners in need.  Please keep in mind that this is certainly not an exhaustive list and each organization is independent and has their own set of rules and guidelines.  Therefore you will have to investigate each one individually to determine if you qualify for assistance:
  12. Do you know of any vets that will do end of life care/PTS at my home?
    This is not an exhaustive list.  If you have a recommendation for us, please let us know.
  13. Where can I go to get my pet spayed or neutered?
  14. What can I do about the feral cats in my neighborhood?
    Pet ResQ 911 has a large live trap that may be available.
    • Call The Cat Shoppe in Berry Hill and reserve some humane cat traps. They will loan them for a $50 cash deposit. 
    • Set them with food in the back of the trap and cover the traps so they seem more cave like.
    • Once you have one in a trap - call Value Vet for appointment to spay/neuter and tested for feline aids/leukemia.
    • Keep the cats in the traps--- feed and water them in there until their vet appointment.
    • If this appointment is more than 3 days away you should let the cat go and try again another time or try another vet. The cat will obviously be stressed in the trap and to contain them at length is unfair.
    • Take the cat to the vet in the crate.
    • Have the vet do a feline aids/leukemia/heart worm test prior to surgery.
      • If the test is positive:   it is advised to have the vet euthanize the cat, otherwise it will die a long, slow and painful death.  The fee for this would be $37.50 test, $87.50 for euthanize.
      • If the test is negative:   vaccinate against feline aids and leukemia.
        Fees for test (37.50), vaccine (30), and spay/neuter (40.00).
    • Financial Assistance: Hopefully your neighbors will contribute as well to get their street cats spayed/neutered.  If you are not able to come up with enough to cover the costs for each cat, Pet ResQ 911 will contribute based on our current level of available funds.
    • Fix for Life: If you are able to make an appointment and take the cat to Fix For Life in Lebanon for their Snip & Tip program, Pet ResQ 911 will pay 100%. (IT'S FREE). Note: FFL does not perform feline leukemia/aids tests.
  15. Do you know of any foster programs for Military families?
  16. Do you know of any pet friendly apartment buildings?
    Check out MyApartmentMap, a housing search web site with pet friendly listings all over the USA.  This is not an exhaustive list.  If you live in another pet-friendly complex, let us know.

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Testimonials

"Nina, Once again thank you for coming to the rescue of the momma dog and puppies on Christmas Eve on the side of the interstate. What a angel you really are!!! Let's hope someone has them safe and cozy somewhere. Please let me know how I can spread the word about your organization. I will be sending a donation this coming week. Thanks again for being a good person! :) Merry Christmas." --L White