​All dogs transporting to Lucky Dog Refuge MUST complete the following vetting and behavioral requirements PRIOR to departure. 

​VETTING

1. Up to date on all core vaccines (Rabies, DHPP), PLUS Bordatella - including a minimum of 2 rounds of shots for puppies (3 preferred).
2. 4DX test for Heartworm or Tick-Borne Illnesses; please send proof of results.  
3. Begin dogs on flea & tick and heartworm prevention immediately. Please note the dates administered on the dog’s records. 
4. Fecal at first vet appointment plus aggressive parasite treatment or deworming as needed.
5. Clean fecal required within a week of transport. 
6. All dogs over 6 months old MUST be spayed or neutered. 
7. IF HW+ ONLY: Start doxycycline and Heartguard (prevention must contain Ivermectin). All HW+ dogs MUST have at least started Doxy prior to travel. We will perform the Immiticide treatment in Connecticut. 
8. Health Certificate must be obtained within 30 days of the confirmed transport date and a photograph sent to LDR in advance. 
9. A copy of ALL medical records must accompany the dog AND be sent to Lucky Dog Refuge in advance. Please be sure the records include the RESULT of the HW/4DX test (not just that a test was preformed.) 
   EVALUATION
10. Evaluation Form must be submitted as soon as possible but NO LATER THAN 4 days prior to departure. 

• Supporting videos (detailed below under Video Assessments) are extremely helpful in placement of the dog.
• Scroll down for additional Puppy Protocols.