When North Texas Samoyed Fanciers, Inc. was formed in 2002, the membership unanimously voted to make "rescue" a primary focus. North Texas Samoyed Fanciers, Inc. and North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc., a nonprofit corporation, work closely together to this end.

Members of North Texas Samoyed Fanciers, Inc. have been actively involved in rescue work since 1993.  It is estimated that 250 dogs have been rescued to date, 23 in 2006, 13 in 2007 and nine in 2008! Our affiliate, North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc., was formed in November 2004. NTSRI is a 501(c)(3) corporation.  Donations to NTSRI are tax deductible.

Rescued Samoyeds find their way to North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc. from many sources: through cooperation with local animal shelters; owner surrenders; and strays that are rescued by individuals.  On arrival, the dogs are examined by a veterinarian and treated for heartworms or other health problems if necessary, as well as spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. 

North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc. requests an  "adoption fee" donation from persons who adopt a rescued Samoyed.  This fee helps defray some of the costs involved in the dog's rescue and rehabilitation; however, in most cases the actual cost of caring for a rescued Samoyed and preparing him for his new home is far more!  For this reason, several fundraising events are held each year.  These include garage sales, fun matches and online auctions. 

NTSRI volunteers serve as foster homes and ensure that the rescued Samoyed is cared for until such time as a "forever home" is found.  It is a labor of pure love, since these volunteers receive no compensation (other than reimbursement of veterinary expenses, subject to availability of funds) and often spend considerable amounts of money out of their own pockets.

For information on how you can help North Texas Samoyed Rescue, Inc., please see the NTSRI website at www.nortexsamrescue.org or send an e-mail to ntsfrescue@aol.com.