Dogs Matter Resource Portal - Reunited Pet Resource Page

Congratulations on being reunited with your furry family member

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Our recovery coach team is always here to help with advice or support you might need. You can email them at info@dogsmatter2.org

Even if you have had your pet for most of their life, or were only apart for a short time, they will still need some time to readjust to your schedule, and will need decompression. We recommend treating your reunion with your pet as if it is the first time you are together, and to follow the "333 Rule" and "Decompression".

Resources for all Reunited Pets

Decompression Document
New Pet Resources
Introducing New Pets to Existing Pets
Heartworm Prevention (dogs)
Flea/Tick/Parasite Prevention (cats/dogs)

Resources for all Reunited Pets

Reunited Dog Resources

Additional Reunited Dog Resources:

Reunited Cat Resources

Additional Reunited Cat Resources:

Lost Cat Prevention Course (how NOT to lose your cat!)
Get the Goods: What You Need for Your New Cat
Adopting a Senior Cat? Help Them Feel at Home

Microchip Information

Our system, ShelterLuv, should automatically update your contact information to the pet's microchip. This information is the information that you provided on your application. You might also receive an additional email from 24PetWatch to set up an account. This is important to do to keep the microchip information up to date. Dogs Matter will ALWAYS stay as a second contact on the chip, but we encourage you to add additional emergency contact(s) as needed. Please note the company will try to sign up for a subscription or pay a fee. Having your pet microchipped and keeping the information up to date is FREE, do not feel the need to purchase this if not necessary.

See more information on your pet's microchip HERE.

Finding a Lost Pet Resource

Medical Records

When your reunion is finalized, your pet's recovery coach will email all medical paperwork on file through our ShelterLuv system. If for some reason you have not received medical paperwork, please reach out to your recovery coach or the team at info@dogsmatter2.org and we can resend the medical records.

Please take some time to learn more about Heartworm Prevention (dogs) and monthly Flea/Tick/Parasite Prevention (cats/dogs) for your pet.

Returning and/or Rehoming Your Adopted Pet

We understand that life changes, emergencies happen, and family dynamics change. Prior to reuniting with your pet we do ask that you have a plan for your animal in these various scenarios. This is why we ask in our temporary foster application who will assume ownership of the pet if you are not able to.

Dogs Matter is a foster-based rescue and unfortunately we do not have a facility, shelter, or kennel to house animals. On a case, by case basis we can take animals back into foster care IF we have a foster parent available. We encourage responsible rehoming with our reunited pets. This includes reaching out within your network to see if a friend or family member is interested in rehoming your pet.

At the first sign of behavior issues that you need help with, or needing to rehome your pet, please email info@dogsmatter2.org. We will try to provide support as best as we can with the resources that we have.

If you need medical support, such as low-cost resources please check out the Vet Care Resource Page.

Dallas Pets Alive also has a rehoming program, New Digs, and the pet will be listed on their website and on other sites such as Petfinder and Adopt-a-Pet.

Some helpful rehoming resources:

Microchip Information

333 Rule

Feline Owners: FREE Behavior Support for 30 days, post-reunion

Text "meow" to 469-949-4732 to get started

Canine Owners: FREE Behavior Support for 30 days, post-reunion

Text "woof" to 469-949-4732 to get started