Adoption

Why adopt from HOPE?

dogs FOR ADOPTION 

Whoever said money can't buy happiness has never paid an adoption fee!

Thinking of getting a dog? Ever considered adopting and rescuing a dog from the streets? Our rescued dogs are waiting to be brought home by a loving family.


Please fill out online adoption form  if you wish to adopt.

Benefits of adopting from HOPE, read here

Adoption fee applies. 



🐶  Adopter Criteria 🐶
  1. Our dogs are on home cooked food twice daily because it is healthier (unless medically the dog requires prescription food). It can be a simple fare consisting of boiled meat and vegetables.
  2. The dog is to be given at least 2 walks each day, about 20-30mins slow walk for exercise and mental stimulation. Never off leash outside.
  3. Be financially prepared for pet ownership. Vet bills are increasingly expensive, please be prepared to provide medical care during the pet's lifespan.
  4. Take preventive measures to reduce potential risks at home for the dog, and making your home safe.
  5. If you have an existing dog, please be ready to separate them in the beginning, then slowly introduce for a successful integration. We do not expect the dogs to get along right away so patience is needed. Meeting outside on neutral grounds is quite different from a place where your dog considers it her/his personal territory.
  6. Our adoption fee is $350 for dogs age 4 and above. For younger dogs, it will be $500.
  7. Upon adoption, we require the adopter to register the dog with AVS for a dog licence (this is a requirement under AVS rules). 
To adopt, please fill out this form.  Shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Twinkle HDB-Approved 
  • 6 years old, female Maltipoo 
  • Weighs 4.5kg, will be sterilized soon
  • Sweet, affectionate and adventurous
  • Pee pad training in progress
  • Has not been left alone at home much so she may struggle to be alone
Twinkle loves attention and would always reciprocate with her soulful eyes and her most adorable set of Yoda ears. She has a lady-like temperament and would behave when given consistent and encouraging guidance. She's an adventurous lady who loves her toys and playtime.

Do note that Twinkle has ongoing health issues. They include skin problems, a dental condition (that we will fix soon) and a yeast infection in her ears which is being treated now. 
She is positive with Ehrlichia (caused by an infected tick) that resulted in mild anemia and a low platelet count. She is treated with a course of antibiotics and response to the treatment has been well so far. There are early signs of osteoarthritis as xrays show some reduction in density between each spinal bone.

Adoption criteria: 
Twinkle requires home-cooked food twice daily. She will need regular vet visits to monitor her progress with Ehrlichia. Her ears must be consistently cleaned to resolve the yeast infection. Her adopter must be committed to her medical care. She should not be left alone at home for more than 5-6 hours.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.

*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Treasure HDB-Approved 
  • 5 years old, female Poodle 
  • Weighs 4.7kg, will be sterilized soon
  • Sweet, affectionate and enjoys playing with humans and her toys
  • Pee pad training in progress
  • Has not been left alone at home much so she may struggle to be alone
Treasure, like her name is a rare gem to have. She is adorable but would need consistent and encouraging guidance. She enjoys playing with humans and her toys.

Do note that Treasure has some medical needs at this stage. She is is undergoing treatment for yeast infection in both ears and Ehrlichia (caused by an infected tick), and has a dental condition (that we will fix soon).

Adoption criteria: Treasure requires home-cooked food twice daily . She will need regular vet visits to monitor her progress with Ehrlichia and ear infection. Her adopter must be committed to her medical care. She should not be left alone at home for more than 5-6 hours.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.

*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Taylor HDB-Approved 
  • 7 years old, male Maltese Cross 
  • Weighs 3.4kg, will be sterilized soon
  • Sweet, but timid
  • Not potty trained
  • Has not been left alone at home much so may have some separation anxiety
Sweet, calm, and loves the company of humans, Taylor is like a puppy and not potty trained.  He is timid and needs a patient family who can guide him to step out of his comfort zone, even with things like climbing steps or going over little curbs. He may have some separation anxiety when left alone and needs time to adapt. 

Taylor has a hernia lump and undergoing antibiotics treatment for Ehrlichia caused by an infected tick. Other than that, he is a generally healthy dog who simply needs a stable and safe environment to be pampered in. 

Adoption Criteria: Taylor requires home-cooked food twice daily and regular vet check-ups, especially for his hernia and tick fever concerns. He should not be left alone for more than 5-6 hours and needs a family who can persevere through issues that may arise in the beginning such as potty accidents and night anxiety. His adopter should be prepared for any future health needs, including potential surgeries or further care for his hernia.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.
*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


Holly HDB-Approved (Under Project Adore)
  • 11 years old, female local crossbreed
  • Approximately 20kg, sterilized
  • Grass and pee pad trained
  • Skittish and wary
Holly lived in the forest before she was rescued from a camp site, where she was seen looking for food. She was a bag of bones and had painful wounds all over her body. This is her story

She was diagnosed with heartworm in 2023, but has since recovered. Unfortunately, she has clinical signs of mammary tumour and requires medical checks every 4-6 months. Having said that, her daily routine now is as normal as can be.

Holly has adapted to apartment living and can co-exist with another dog within a household. While she is still a little afraid of humans, she is not aggressive. If she is scared, she would retreat to her private space and avoid eye contact. Holly is a very sweet dog if you give her time to adjust to our way of life. 

Adoption criteria: Holly requires home-cooked food twice daily. As Holly is  very wary of new surroundings, her new home should have a spare room for her to decompress, and house proof for high-flight risk dogs. 

Her new family must have experience with Singapore Specials, be able to help her overcome her fear however long it takes. The potential adopter must pay meticulous attention to her and make trips to the vet when necessary.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.
 
*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


Russell HDB-Approved 
  • 13 years old, male Silky Terrier
  • Weighs 5.8kg, sterilized
  • Pee pad and grass trained
  • Onset of kidney failure and heart disease
  • Suitable with other dogs in a household
  • Has not been left alone at home much so he may struggle to be alone
Russell, our first rescue of 2024 has a  sweet and mild personality - friendly, curious and makes a good housemate with other dogs. He is food motivated and will be easy to engage and reward. He also has a bit of spunk in him and can make you laugh once he gets familiar with you. He also has zoomies at 13!!

Even though he has early kidney failure,  periodontal and cardiac disease, he is still able to go on with his daily activities. We hope someone can give him his best life after the neglect he suffered.

Adoption criteria: Russell requires home-cooked food twice daily. As a guide, he should not be left alone for more than 4 hours as he is a senior dog. Given that he has cardiac and kidney disease, the potential adopter must pay meticulous attention to him and make trips to the vet when necessary. This is his story.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.
*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted




Mr White HDB-Approved 
  • 13 years old, male Maltese
  • Weighs 4kg, sterilized
  • Friendly and can co-exist with another dog 
  • Pee pad trained but may experience occasional accidents
Mr White was found wandering the streets in a terrible state of neglect. He was starving, lonely and emaciated. This is his story.

He was diagnosed with bacterial and yeast infections in his skin and ears as well as urinary tract infection. He also has some narrowing of the thoraco-lumbar of the intervertebral spaces which indicates spinal disease, as well as nodules in his prostrate and his spleen. Despite his health condition, Mr White is a friendly and curious dog who loves walks and sniffing. 

Adoption criteria: Mr White requires home-cooked food twice daily and he is on a specific diet due to allergies. As a guide, he should not be left alone for more than 4 hours as he is a senior dog. Given that he has health concerns, the potential adopter must pay meticulous attention to him and make trips to the vet when necessary. 

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.

*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


Harper HDB-Approved (Under Project Adore)
*Special Needs Dog
  • 11 years old, female local crossbreed (born with a broken spine)
  • Moves about with her wheelchair, incontinent
  • Good with children and dogs 
Born with a severe handicap in her lower spine that cripples her from the waist down, six-week-old Harper was crawling on her chest and dragging her hind legs painfully over rough gravel when she was first spotted at a construction site on Jurong Island. It was so hard for her to search for food, that she had to swallow gravel and metal pins to alleviate the gnawing hunger in her stomach sometimes. Such was the hard life that baby Harper had.

Her fate changed for the better when Mr. Aziz, a kind Muslim man who worked in that area, brought her to HOPE’s attention. With the fosterers and volunteers’ love and patience, Harper is now a changed dog. She is much happier and clearly enjoys the new lease of life given to her. After the rescue, Harper went through two more unfortunate episodes that threatened to take her away from us – a chest infection due to the haze, and a blockage in her stomach, but she braved them all, valiantly and admirably, just like a warrior. 
Harper is 11 years old and a bundle of joy to all those who have had the good fortune to meet her.  Read about our little ray of hope here and here.

If you have the interest to adopt, please fill out the non-obligatory potential adoption form.
 
*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

 Updated as of 22 January 2025