How We Got Started
We have formed Maine Poodle Rescue in order to help address the failure of the overburdened and inadequate state animal welfare
system and to address the gap between the welfare of standard poodles in puppy mills and the care the State currently offers.
Networking in public and political forums, committees, agencies, etc is a primary focus for Maine Standard Poodle rescue.
We as citizens can rescue and purchase poodles and help change the condition of breeders requirements by or at local levels.
We ensure that each poodle is spayed/neutered, have their vaccinations updated, are tested for heartworms and other parasites, have
a thorough vet exam, and are treated, if possible, for any known conditions found before adoption. All medical information is fully
disclosed to new owners.
The poodles are placed in foster homes that provide love, patience, structure and discipline to help the
animals adjust before being adopted. Their stays in foster care vary from several days to several months, depending upon the poodles
condition and needs. Unlike shelter or kennel living, fostering in a home environment allows the personal evaluation of each poodle for
behavior and temperament issues. We learn how each poodle reacts to other animals, children or strangers.
Adoption is done on a
case-by-case basis.
How We Do It:
Maine Standard Poodle Rescue is 100% volunteer-based, which means overhead costs are minimal and your donation is put to direct use for the good of the dogs. We do not receive government funds. We are entirely supported by charitable donations.
We also wish to:
Speak out against the harmfulness of over breeding, address conditions of kennels and ensure there are acceptable numbers of each male and female poodles, demand accountability from the breeder to the local or state level.
Promote the cause of spay/neuter
Educate the public about the pleasure of standard poodles.
