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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a rescued Havanese?
A: Most of HALO's Havanese are obtained from puppymills and dog auctions. Our main goal is to get the Havanese out of the breeding cycle.
Sometimes a family's lifestyle is not considered when the Hav is acquired and/or they find the dog no longer fits in. A change in lifestyle may occur through divorce, an employment change or having to change residences that don't allow dogs - the result being the Hav is homeless.
Often a Havanese is bought at a pet store that is only interested in a sale. Without regard for the cost and responsibilities of maintaining this breed, the new family buys the dog on a whim. The pet storeowner frequently does not discuss the time and patience required for housebreaking, the grooming needs of the dog or the need to have the dog spayed or neutered.
Q: What is fostering?
A: Foster care is where the newly rescued dog begins its transition to a new life. It is in the foster home where the dog is assessed so that a perfect match can be made for its forever home. Interaction with family members and good socialization skills are developed.
Q: Does it matter where I live to adopt from HALO?
A: No. We work with other rescues to perform home visits around the country. We will thoroughly check your references and vet referral.
Q: How do you determine your adoption fee?
A: This fee is designed to assist HALO in recovering costs associated with the rescue of these Havanese. This cost generates no profit for our organization. Every Hav that enters our rescue goes through a thorough veterinarian exam. Our adoption fee will vary.
Q: Is the Hav house-trained?
A: We cannot guarantee it to be housebroken. Dogs coming from a puppy mill will require extra time and effort but consistency is the key to achieving this goal.
Q: How can I help?
A: A simple but rewarding way to help is by making a donation to HALO so we can continue to rescue our Havanese. Since we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization donations are tax-deductible. A donation to HALO also makes a wonderful wedding gift, birthday present, holiday remembrance or pet memorial. We will gladly send a special HALO card to your recipient stating that you have made a donation in their name to HALO for whatever special reason or occasion.
Please send donations to:
HALO Inc.
P.O. Box 367,
Manteno, IL. 60950
Another way to help is to foster a newly rescued Havanese, or better yet, to adopt one of these precious little Havs! Above all, if you ever see a Havanese in need, please contact us!
