We are a no-kill organization. Every day, we feed and care for between 40 and 50 dogs at our shelter.
We take our dogs in no matter their condition when they arrive, some with heartworm or broken bones, others with coat or dental issues, and any other situation in-between. Every dog that we take into our shelter is given the very best veterinary care possible.
We care for our dogs as long as they remain with us, some their entire lives.
Mission and Vision
Inspired by the tenacity of the Ridgeback breed from which we take our name, and one very special Ridgeback many years ago, TIRR Rescue has three main goals: rehabilitation, education, and alteration. Although large-breed, special-needs dogs, Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Rhodesian Ridgeback mixes are given primary consideration when accepting dogs into our program, no breed is arbitrarily excluded.
TIRR Rescue focuses on taking in large-breed dogs in need of long-term care and rehabilitation, either medically or behaviorally. We take in dogs who have been deemed "unadoptable" and work with them, training them, teaching them to trust again, and making them adoptable. When dogs are unable to overcome their medical or behavioral issues, they are proclaimed “Sanctuary Dogs” and live out their lives at TIRR Rescue. No dog is ever put down simply because it is inconvenient to keep them around.
TIRR Rescue emphasizes the importance of researching the breed one wishes to adopt and the special requirements of large dogs and dogs that have experienced undue stress. As such, we require all applicants to visit the Rescue Ranch to meet the dogs and learn what it will take to welcome a large, high-energy dog into their home. After adoption, Roy Hughes, TIRR Rescue’s founder, is available to help with any problems or concerns, offering advice on training or behavior.
TIRR Rescue understands the importance of altering companion animals. All dogs who enter into our care are spayed or neutered, unless doing so presents a life-threatening challenge. We also assist others in locating low-cost spay/neuter options.
Other specialization
- Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Rhodesian Ridgeback mixes and large-breed dogs
Adoption Policy
Adoption / Foster Requirements / Qualifications:
You must be at least 18 years of age and have identification showing your current address.
You must have the consent of ALL adults living in the household.
You must have the consent of your landlord and proof of pet deposit if you rent your residence.
Your pets must have current vaccinations and be free of contagious illnesses and be spayed / neutered.
You must be able and willing to spend the time necessary to provide / administer proper training, medical treatment, and care for the pet.
You must agree that any damage done to your home by the pet is NOT the responsibility of TIRR Rescue.
Selection:
Our Adoption Process begins with your interest in a particular dog.
Application:
Complete and submit an application. We perform background checks, reference verification, and vet reference verification. We can begin this process upon receipt of your application. If you need help with a question on the application, feel free to call us on our main number - (817) 454-6023 - or email us at tirrrescue@gmail.com
Matching:
We are all about matching our dogs to the correct families. We believe the dog becomes a member of the family, so we want the entire family to meet the dog prior to adoption. If you have other dogs, we properly introduce your chosen dog to the other dogs. We welcome you to schedule a time to meet at the shelter or a neutral location for the introduction.
Home Visit:
We perform a home visit to introduce the dog into the home, help set initial boundaries, and help identify any improvements for the dog's safety.
Adoption Fee:
$150 for Non-Ridgebacks and Mixes
$250 for Ridgebacks
Post Adoption:
We like to hear from the new family within a couple of days after adoption to hear about progress. We are available for questions about training, behavior, and other dog-related issues at any time.
https://www.tirrrescue.org/dogs-for-adoption-foster
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