Surrendering your beloved Family member
Making the hard choice to give up your pet
At COASTAL SHELTIE RESCUE INC, we are dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Shetland Sheepdogs in need.
If you’re facing the difficult choice of rehoming your Sheltie or Collie, Coastal Sheltie Rescue is here for you. We provide compassionate, judgment-free support, keep you involved through updates, and take great care in finding the perfect new home for your furry family member. No Kennels just warm beds and loving arms.
A Message from a Grateful Owner
“We were absolutely devastated when we realized we had to find a new home for our beloved Sheltie. It was one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever faced. Coastal Sheltie Rescue eased our pain every step of the way. They kept us updated regularly with videos and photos, which meant the world to us. Knowing our Sheltie was loved, cared for, and placed in a wonderful new home brought us so much comfort. We can’t thank them enough for treating our family like their own.”
— Ms. (Name withheld for privacy)
Our organization strives to provide a safe haven for these dogs, offering them the love and care they deserve. We believe in finding forever homes for every Sheltie that comes through our doors. Through education and community outreach, we aim to raise awareness about responsible pet ownership. Join us in our mission to give these wonderful dogs a second chance at life.
Reach out anytime: coastalsheltierescue@gmail.com text 804-552-1884
We are prepaired to do large intakes of Shelties if needed
Bite Policy
Dogs who have delivered a Level 2 bite (as defined by Dr. Ian Dunbar’s Dog Bite Scale (see info under forms) dogs will be evaluated by the placement committee as to their suitability for placement. The placement committee shall include the Placement Director and at least two other Board of Directors members. If necessary, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant will be available for consultation (at the cost of the owner). The mission of Coastal Sheltie Rescue + is to offer refuge, medical care, fostering and adoption opportunities for homeless, abandoned and neglected Collies, Shelties and other herding dogs. In addition to medical and physical issues, sometimes dogs surrendered to rescue can be inadequately socialized, untrained, and some may have temperament issue. Dogs with bite histories will be evaluated on a case by case basis and may including consultation with canine behavioral specialists. It is CSR+ goal that dogs placed by us are successful and safe as companions and family pet. Dogs who have delivered a Level 2 bite (as defined by Dr. Ian Dunbar’s Dog Bite Scale listed below) will be evaluated by the placement committee as to their suitability for placement. The placement committee shall include the Placement Director and at least two other Board of Directors members. If necessary, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant will be available for consultation.
Dogs who have delivered a Level 3 bite (as defined by Dr. Ian Dunbar’s Dog Bite Scale) will only be accepted after a full situational analysis. The placement committee and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant must be in agreement for the dog to be accepted by CSR+.
No dog who has delivered a Level 4 bite will be accepted unless the bite occurred under extraordinary circumstances, e.g. a person was bitten when putting his or her hand between two dogs engaged in a fight, in which case the above procedure for Level 3 bites will be followed.
No dog who has delivered a Level 5 or Level 6 bite will be accepted.