Step One of Your Journey
Adoption
Application
Merlot is waiting
for a forever home.
Expression of Interest
Apply to Adopt Merlot
Tell us about yourself and why you'd be a wonderful match. Honest answers help us place every dog in the right home.
Please read before submitting
This form is an expression of interest — not a confirmed adoption. Every application is personally reviewed by our team and final approval is subject to a home suitability assessment and a successful meet-and-greet with Merlot. We will contact you within 3–5 business days to discuss next steps.
Applying for
Merlot
1 year
· Male
What happens next
1
Application Review
We read every application personally and will respond within 3–5 business days.
2
Home Assessment
A member of our team visits your home to ensure it's a safe environment for an Africanis.
3
Meet & Greet
You'll meet Merlot in person. This step matters as much to the dog as it does to you.
4
Final Approval
Once approved, you sign our adoption agreement and Merlot comes home — for good.
"Until There Are None, Rescue One"