Our Adoption Process.

1. Submit an application! Please read carefully. If there is missing information on your application, we will not proceed with the review.

2. After your application is submitted, call your vet to release records for us to obtain a reference. We will verify proof of spay/neuter and that your pet has been kept up to date with a minimum requirement of Rabies and DHPP vaccinations, for any pet you've owned in the last 5 years.

3. Prepare your home! Puppy proof your house and purchase necessary items like a crate, bed, toys, bowls, etc. 

4. When you receive an email that you are approved to adopt, you will then be ready to set up any meet & greets with you and all current pets/family members within your household. During your meet & greet, a volunteer will will also verify if your home is ready for a new pet. 

​5. Sign the contract to officially adopt your new family member and love them furever! Keep in touch and send us updates!

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About our rescue.

Open Arms Rescue of WNY is a small, grass roots type of rescue group centralized in Akron, NY. We do not have a shelter, instead we are completely foster-based to give our rescues the best chance at rehabilitation by learning to live in a home atmosphere. Our core group is comprised of all volunteer, non-paid members who have years of animal and rescue experience. Our volunteers include a certified dog trainer, local business owners, community members and loving foster families who all share a common goal. Our mission is to rescue dogs of all breeds and ages from either local surrender situations or shelters to place them into loving forever homes. We are a 100% pro spay/neuter rescue.

OARWNY is a non-profit charity - with federal 501c3 status - funded solely on donations and fundraising.

Open Arms Rescue of WNY Inc.
Mail Only: P.O. Box 133 Akron, NY 14001
Email: oarwny@gmail.com
EIN #: 45-2480978
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