Rescue, Adopt or Volunteer (still working on all pages)

AMTC Rescue* What is AMTC Rescue Contacts by State Volunteer to Foster or Transport Available for Adoption or Placement* AMTC Available Rescue (3) Placement Dogs (1) Adoption Application Application to help foster a MT	Alternative Rescue Groups Petfinders Manchesters Forever Placement Dogs Canadian Rescue Group Canadian Rescue
Volunteers are not required to have experience with Manchester Terriers.  If you are interested in adopting a Manchester but aren't sure if this is the breed for you, volunteering to foster is a good way to explore this option
* This is the Official American Manchester Terrier Club Rescue Website. Any other website containing information regarding AMTC Rescue is not affiliated with the American Manchester Terrier Club.

Rescue groups often hear a variation of stories. Many prospective dog owners are just not convinced that owning an older (i.e, 6 mo.+) "pre-owned" dog is better than buying a puppy.  But there are a number of reasons why adopting a pet from a rescue that carefully screens and evaluates its dogs can provide an even better alternative. Rescue organizations are committed to helping all dogs find safe and happy homes.  For Questions or More Information Regarding AMTC Rescue, Contact: Kris Barlak AMTC Rescue Chairperson.

Rescue to aid Manchester Terriers in need

A few candid shots of some of the dogs that have come through American Manchester Terrier Club Rescue. They have wiggled their way into the heart(s) of that special someone willing to give them their 'Forever Home'. Some of these sweet dogs came from animal shelters, some from owner surrender and some were rescued from puppy mills. The most important thing is: they are loved, deeply cared about and all their needs taken care of and THAT is what AMTC Rescue is all about.

Who and What is AMTC Rescue?
Our rescue group is part of the American Manchester Terrier Club. We take in purebred Manchester Terriers that are abandoned in shelters or surrendered by their owners. We provide medical care such as vaccinations, worming, heartworm testing and altering for each dog. Each dog is placed in a loving foster home, evaluated and started on training if needed. We then place them into new homes based on the suitability of the home and the dog, not on a first come first served basis. While many dogs that come into rescue may be registered, we cannot guarantee that a rescue dog is 100% Manchester in all cases. You will not receive registration papers with a rescue dog as all registrations stay with the rescue organization. However, if you are interested in performance events with a rescue, you can apply to AKC for an ILP (Indefinite Listing Privilege) number.

Where Do Rescue Dogs Come From?
Rescue dogs come to us from all different situations. They may come from shelters, humane societies, other rescue groups, puppy mills or private owners. They may have been strays or well loved pets that are placed due to family circumstances.

Is A Rescue Right For You?
Some rescue dogs do come with some sort of problem such as: they may need extra TLC, extra work on housebreaking and general training. Some advantages for you may be skipping the hyper puppy stage and getting a more mature, quieter dog. Only you can determine if a rescue is right for you and your family.

How Do I Adopt a Manchester Terrier?
Please continue to view our Rescue pages, and if you think a Rescue Manchester Terrier is right for you, feel free to download and fill out an ADOPTION APPLICATION (Word) or (PDF) and contact the District Coordinator for your area. If you are interested in a specific dog, please contact the Coordinator for the district in which that dog is being fostered. We do require a vet reference, 2 personal references and a home check before placement.

How To Identify a Manchester Terrier in a Shelter, Etc.
A good place to go when trying to identify whether or not a dog you may see in a shelter or in another rescue organization is a Manchester Terrier is the American Manchester Terrier page on the AKC website Terrier Group | Toy Group. You will find a description of the breed along with a photo of each variety.

AMTC Rescue Needs Volunteers
The American Manchester Terrier Club would like your help as a volunteer to help with Manchester Terrier Rescue. If you are interested in helping with identification, transportation, fostering or any other aspect of rescuing our beloved Manchesters, please contact Kris Barlak AMTC Rescue Contact.

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