BostonBuddies

I applied to adopt but was initially rejected/​re-​directed to another rescue… they said the other rescue may be a better fit. So of course I was offended and didn’t move forward.
Then I decided to try again as another dog became available that I was interested in. This time they approved my application and sent someone over to do a home check… approved! I was so excited… unfortunately during this process the BT I had applied for was adopted out… which is fine, they went to another applicant that had been pre-​approved so I was happy they found a furever home regardless.
I saw they were looking for foster homes for a large number of dogs that came into rescue. Since I was already approved to adopt, I called about one to foster and went to go see her. Unfortunately she was not a match for us or our current BT but there were many others that needed foster homes. We met another BT and she seemed to do a little better so we decided to foster her so she could be in a safe private home while she awaited a furever home. Although it was challenge… lots of training and trusting to do, over time things got better and better and of course we ended up falling in love with her! She has since been adopted by us and we are all living happily!
I learned if you really want to rescue, don’t take offense for being denied… Try try again! Sometimes its a filtering tactic to see how much you really want to and sometimes they find homes for these poor pups quickly so there is no urgency to approve a new applicant. It’s well worth the second effort!
Boston Buddies have been very interactive and attentive during the fostering process and truly just want to make great homes for these dogs in need!

Today I had sent in an application to adopt a Boston Terrier. Which was denied. My husband and I have been back and forth going to a breeder and getting a puppy to add to our family. We currently have a 2 year old Boston whom we have had since she was 7 weeks. From a breeder. We love Boston’s and ours is obviously beyond spoiled. So I came across a rescue and found a 7 year old female I was really interested in adopting. I gave the rescue my information. Proving I could handle it since I have a Boston and also have knowledge of care seeing that I was a vet assistant in the past. I understand these groups want to give a perfect home but NO one is perfect. People have to make a living and buy dog food right. Thats not even a issue Im home every weekend. And During my work week I come home during my lunch to tend to my dog. Just because I stated in my application that I have a large enclosed patio for the dog to roam IF she wanted. They automatically assumed the dog would be an outside dog. Which Is why they are denying me. My dog now sleeps in our room and is inside for most of the day. Of course Im not going to keep her outside all day is the weather is not suitable for the dog to be in. But when its a perfect California day of course my dog should be free to enjoy the weather. Along with the walks and hikes I take her on with me. I am just upset because I was trying to do the right thing and adopt instead of going directly to a breeder like I wanted to in the first place. So now I will not even bother with a rescue and go to a breeder and spoil another puppy. Ridiculous there reply was so rude. I would never recommend this place. They had not even met me or my family to give us a chance to spoil a rescue. Horrible Horrible…

Boston buddies is an awesome rescue that opens its arms and resources to love and rehome Boston terriers in Los Angeles, Orange County and surrounding areas. I have volunteered with this rescue and have experienced so many heart wrenching stories as well as heart warming stories, there are so many pups out there that need a home.
The process in adopting a rescue may seem a little tedious and long but trust me it is all to guarantee that the pup is placed in a perfect home. They really do a good job at matching a dog with a compatible home and family.
Boston buddies also hosts a yearly fundraising event every October «the Boston tea party» that is super fun! They have a Facebook page that is continuously updated with information, like online silent auctions, new and current rescues, volunteer needs, and success stories.
Please please please if you are thinking of adding a pup to your family consider Boston buddies. If you have extra time on your hands and want to volunteer the «buddies «are almost always in need.

I did not adopt from them because a stray wondered into our life, but we had started the process. They were responsive and actually returned emails and calls. I will definitely use their services in the future.

As I often get stopped on the streets when walking my dog and asked where I got him from, I think it’s worth adding BostonBuddies to the wonderful world of Unilocal …
If you are interested in adopting a boston terrier (or even volunteering to foster one for a short time) please please please — visit BostonBuddies’ website and give an abandoned dog a second chance and forever home.
Boston Buddies is a non-​profit organization of volunteers who rescue and rehome Boston terriers in L.A. and the SoCal region. I have fostered several BTs and I also help raise funds by offering my illustration services to anyone who wants their dog drawn.
So if you are a Boston Terrier lover like me, check out the website and spread the word.