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We do adopt out of state. We require the out of state adopter to come meet the dog and spend time with it prior to arranging transport. We screen out of state adopters a little heavier to ensure they will be the best home and there is no chance the dog will need to return on transport. There are many transport options available and the cost depends on the distance and age/size of the dog. The adopter is responsible for arranging transport but we are here with many suggestions!

To be a foster, you must be within 1 hour of the DFW metroplex, all your current animals must be fixed and up to date on vaccinations, and you must be financially able to provide your own supplies. Fosters are required to bring their foster dog to all vet appointments so reliable transportation is a must. Visit our foster tab to fill out an application today.

To adopt you need to be 23 years or older, pass a background check, vet reference, and personal reference. We will also do a landlord check where applicable. All your current pets must be fixed, vaccinated, and up to date on hw prevention. You must be financially able to take over the vet care and supply care of the dog. We will complete a home check as the final step. To apply to adopt, check out our available dogs.

NTASR reviews all applications and, once approved, shares them with the dog’s foster for final consideration. If the foster feels it’s a good match, they’ll reach out to arrange a meet and greet. Please allow 2–4 weeks for us to get back to you.

Ideally yes, however if you are local to DFW we offer for the adopter to foster-to-adopt while we get the vetting completed.

Our dogs are pulled from shelters or taken in as owner surrenders.

We do take in aussie mixes and some other herding breed mixes. Please send us an email about the dog in question and we will be able to clarify further.

No, we are a 100% foster-based rescue and do not have a public facility. To meet any of the dogs in our program, you must have an approved adoption application on file. Our dogs live in foster homes throughout the DFW metro — and occasionally in other parts of Texas or southern Oklahoma. When a dog comes into our care, they’re first placed in a “staging” foster home for an initial assessment. From there, they’re moved into a longer-term foster home where they can settle in, decompress, and receive the personalized care they need while waiting for their forever family. More and more, potential adopters are stepping up as fosters first, giving a dog a soft place to land — and yes, many become what we lovingly call “foster fails” (aka, forever homes in disguise). 💛

We are based out of DFW Texas but have fosters throughout North Texas.

Our adoption fee's vary based on the age of the dog. Our adoption fee covers spay/neuter, microchip, fecal, hw test, and all age appropriate vaccinations. Dogs under 1 year are $450. Dogs 2 year to 5 years are $400. Dogs 6 years to 8 years are $375. Dogs 8 years plus are $300.

We do! Many of our board members come from military or first responder families or are military or first responders themselves. We know what these families go through and are incredibly appreciative of their hard work, dedication, and selfless acts. We offer a 15% discount on all adoptions with valid educator, military, veteran, or first responder ID. You, as the adopter, will need to bring it to our attention that you are an educator, military, veteran, or first responder at the time of the adoption in order to get the discount.

Yes. As part of our Seniors for Seniors program, applicants aged 65 and older will be considered for dogs aged 8 years and up. This helps ensure the energy level and care needs of the dog are a good match for the adopter. We want the very best for both our dogs and their future families—including long-term compatibility and the ability to provide care throughout the dog’s lifetime. Senior adopters also receive 10% off the adoption fee.

We suggest Fromm or Cuddly. Certain dogs will get certain foods such as seniors, puppys, dogs needing weight control, or dogs with allergies. Talk to your vet to determine the best brand and type of food your dog needs.

We are so happy you want to support our rescue! There are a couple ways to donate. We also have an Amazon wish list! If you would like to make a monetary donation, our venmo is @ntxaussie and our paypal is www.paypal.me/ntxaussie

Wonderful question! By now you know that our president and vice president have a hard time saying "no". Aussie's in disguise are all the dogs that come through our program that are not actually aussies. You'll see corgi's, dachshunds, Boston terriers, saint Bernards, doodles, and more!! They are just as loving and just as deserving of a forever home!

Usually, the time to get approved to adopt can take less than a few weeks. If we do not have a pup suitable for you, it can take several more weeks before a match is made. We encourage applicants to look at multiple rescues to get approved to adopt as we cannot guarantee the time frame it will take to adopt from NTASR.

Send us a message via the contact us form above or send an email to ntxaussierescue@gmail.com

We primarily conduct virtual home visits through a combination of videos, and photos. We typically request a video of the interior and exterior of your home, particularly the pet areas. If your home has a backyard, we require photographs or videos of the yard and fences. To expedite this process, we encourage you to submit video footage of your home after submitting your application. This should include a comprehensive tour of your home, from the front door to the back door, and any specific areas where your dog spends a significant amount of time (such as an extra bedroom or laundry area). As well as, video footage of your backyard and fencing.

For adopters in the Dallas/ Fort Worth areas, we will offer a “foster to adopt” or “trial adoption” for local adopters in order to give them the chance to bring a dog home and ‘try them out”, especially if they have another pet and want to make sure they get along. We don’t have the same ability to offer a trial period for out of area or out of state state adopters as getting dogs back is logistically much more difficult.

We encourage adopters to consider both shelters and rescues — each plays a vital role in saving lives, and the right fit depends on your preferences and needs. Shelters are typically government-run facilities with simpler, same-day adoptions. They’re a great option for many families looking to adopt quickly. And often have lower adoption fees. Rescues, like ours, are foster-based and volunteer-run. While our adoption process can take longer, it allows us to truly get to know each dog in a home environment — their personality, quirks, and needs. That means we can make more thoughtful matches to help prevent pets from being returned or rehomed again. We know our process isn’t for everyone — and that’s okay. But if you want a more personalized adoption experience and a deeper understanding of your future pup before they come home, a rescue may be a great fit for you. At the end of the day, adopting — from anywhere — saves lives, and we’re grateful you’re choosing to make a difference. 🐾