WE DO NOT TAKE OWNER SURRENDERS OR INTAKE DOGS FROM THE PUBLIC.
The only exception is for dogs adopted through our program.
Please read the information below carefully — we receive a high volume of messages and are only able to respond in specific situations.

OUR COMMUNICATION POLICY
To keep our team focused on the dogs already in our care — and on the adopters, fosters, and partner shelters who rely on us — we no longer list a public email. The details below outline when we are able to respond.

DOGS ADOPTED THROUGH OUR PROGRAM
If you are contacting us about a dog adopted through The Pittie Project PNW:
Per your adoption contract, the dog must come back to us.
We will respond as soon as possible to arrange training support or return.
Thank you for honoring this commitment and helping keep dogs safe.

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING?
We only speak with potential adopters after an adoption application is submitted.
This helps us respect our team’s time and ensures all information is reviewed in one place.

Adoption Application: www.thepittieprojectpnw.org/apply

We cannot answer questions about adoptable dogs prior to an application.

INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?
We only connect with potential fosters after a foster application is submitted.

Foster Application: https://www.thepittieprojectpnw.org/foster-apply

If your application is a potential match, our team will reach out.
If you do not hear from us, it simply means your home was not the right fit for our foster program — and you may be a great match for another rescue.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT OWNER SURRENDERS
We do not take dogs from the public.
We exclusively partner with shelters and rescues after legal hold and after medical protocols are completed. This allows us to dedicate our resources to high-risk dogs who have no other options.

If you need support with your dog, please contact your local shelter or a certified trainer.

FOUND A STRAY OR ABANDONED DOG?
Please contact your local shelter or animal control. They are responsible for:
• microchip scanning
• legal hold
• owner reunification
• documented rescue transfer
• veterinary and behavioral assessment

This is the legal and safest path for all stray dogs.

TRAINING QUESTIONS
We do not provide individualized training advice through our rescue.

Recommended trainers:
• HutterK9 – https://www.hutterk9.com
• Because of Blair – https://www.becauseofblair.com
• All Fur Them – https://www.allfurthemtraining.com

Online programs:
• Method K9 – https://methodk9.thinkific.com/collections?ref=hutterk9
• Work Your Pack – https://www.workyourpack.com/?ref=a6ab16

IMPORTANT NOTE
If your situation does not fall within one of the categories above, we are unable to respond.
This allows us to stay focused on the dogs whose lives depend on our support.