Thank you Jacob Chattman @Esper The Borzoi
for this fun and informative video!
Available Dogs
NBRF takes great care in the placement of our Borzoi. It is a thorough process that requires time and patience. Each rescue is evaluated physically and emotionally. Their needs for a happy, fulfilling life are paramount as we look for their ideal matches and we do not waver from that commitment.
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Not small dog or cat safe? Needs a 6 foot fence? Would be happier with another dog? Must have space and patience to overcome trauma or neglect? The essential requirements for each dog differs and none of our dogs will ever be asked to compromise on those.
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We are all volunteers working diligently to better the lives of Borzoi in need. Fill out an application, tell us about yourself and what you bring to the table for a rescue Borzoi. You may or may not be matched with the one you have in mind but if you are a candidate to adopt a Borzoi, it will be with the one(s) that you are best suited for and that will make you both very happy.
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After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirmation that includes a contact number and attachments with more information regarding our placement procedures and welcoming a Borzoi into your life.
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Please be patient and trust the process.
Jolene
“Hey y’all my name is Jolene. I’m not looking to steal any man but I will steal your heart given half a chance! Of course I’m too polite to be anything other than subtle about it. Are you looking for a laid back, young girl who thrives on connection? I appreciate the company of confident pack mates and make friends easily. My soul is soft, gentle and filled with love to share. Would you like to walk through life with me?”
This girl is a diamond who simply sparkles! She is a thoughtful companion looking for that special someone(s) to share life with her.
Jolene is just 2 1/2 years young, is spayed and has been loved and cared for her entire life. But life happens and her previous family had to make the difficult, selfless decision to do what was best for her, even if it was without them. Her next chapter should have a family with a confident pack mate or two and time to spend with this loving girl. She will require secure fencing and is being fostered in the mid Atlantic of the U.S.
Do you have what Jolene is searching for?
Tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Marinka
“My ask is simple yet profound. It is for love. The security, safety, stability, and kindness of love. Soft hands, gentle words, patience and time.
My name is Marinka. I am sweet, loving and a bit unsure about the current upheaval of moving, but my trust in humans is intact and I am a happy girl. I was taught well how to walk on lead with the manners of a Princess, HOWEVER, I remain true to my hunting heritage and no cat or small animal shall be safe from my prowess, teehee!
So I’m asking… Do you have room in your heart for my gorgeous self? Would you like to rub your hands along my exquisite face? Smooth my long, silky fur? Accept and return my love?
I get along well with other dogs my size but let’s keep the little’s (people included) and cats safe at a distance.”
Marinka is 6years young and being fostered in the midwest (U.S.). She requires secure fencing, no cats, small dogs or youngsters.
Do you have what it takes to answer this dear girl’s ask for a life of love? Tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Spirit and Dallas
"Hello dear peoples, it's Dallas and Spirit!! We've come a long way since you first met us. Look how our fur has grown in! Aren't we just the HANDSOMEST boys? Please say YES!!
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Being pampered, cared for and healthy is a great new life but our fondest wish is yet to come true. NBRF says we deserve someone(s) very special! That we deserve Happily Ever After with a forever family of our very own. Look at these pleading faces. Pretty PLEASE, make our dreams come true! LOVE us, hug us, bring us HOME!!"
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Dallas and Spirit have been through a lot together. Their beginnings, or as much as we may ever know, are found below,
These two sweet boys are the definition of inseparable! They’re super bonded and love doing everything together; playing, eating, napping, and cuddling. If one runs to the toy ball, the other is right behind. Their bond is so sweet to watch! We are under your spell sweet boys.
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Dallas and Spirit are happiest when they’re side by side and NBRF has promised them that whatever makes them happy comes first! They are still looking for their perfect home. Do you have what it takes to continue Spirit and Dallas’s journey to health and happiness? They are being fostered in the SouthWest. Secure fencing is a must.
The condition of their bodies tells us as much as we’ll probably ever know about their beginnings. And it is not a pretty story. Untreated flea allergies and neglect makes them the very definition of Borzoi in need.
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Meet Spirit and Dallas; anonymously dumped at a shelter, kind hands caught them and began their road to a better life. Look closely at their photos. The neglect is obvious but, there is joy and forgiveness there too. As their personalities begin to shine, we see courage and resilience in their souls. They are eager to move forward, leaving the past behind.
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Spirit is outgoing and active. He loves to play and we believe he will enjoy a life of exploration and adventure.
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Dallas is quieter, more engaged with humans. He is a cuddler and total love bug in the making.
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It takes a village! If two dogs were ever going to be dropped off at a shelter, NBRF is beyond grateful for it to have been Happy Faces Pet Ranch! Thank you for your immediate care and attention to them and recognizing the importance of calling for their breed rescue. Your willingness to work together for the good of these sweet souls is a blessing. We wish all shelters carried your spirit of cooperation! We promise that they will both live Happily Ever After with the support of NBRF by their sides.
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Thank you Jean for covering the intensive first days of foster requiring daily medicated baths and scheduled medicines. Your care has been instrumental in their full recovery!
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They both have a lot of healing to do. As a “foster” or “foster to adopt,” Spirit and Dallas are looking for the human(s) who want to give them that paw up to a bright future. As we learn more about these sweet boys and their preferences it has become obvious that they are bonded, finding support in each other as they move forward in their new world.
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Do you have what it takes to continue Spirit and Dallas’s journey to health and happiness? Tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption or foster application.
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Secure fencing is a must. They are being fostered in the SouthWest.
Dallas
Spirit
Vskruzhay and Smutyan
Brothers
Coming to America
Smutyan
“¡Buenos Dias, amigos! ¿Cómo está? We introduce ourselves here - Vskruzhay and Smutyan who come to America looking for dream life.
I am Vskruzhay (pronounced Kruzkok)! Give me your best, and I will give you mine. I deserve no less! My star shines bright, charming and confident. All love to share my sensitive heart.
My brother Smutyan travels too. He is of uncomplicated mind, open and adaptable. Trust what he speaks for he is honest and kind. You may rely on his friendship.
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Together or apart, we are confident in ourselves, sweet, smart and HANDSOME!!"
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At just 15 months old, Vskruzhay and Smutyan have traveled far, easily adapting to new circumstances and languages. We are still learning the joys of these unique boys but can say with certainty that they are eager to share their special brand of Borzoi love with their very own forever families.
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Vskruzhay and Smutyan are being fostered in the Southwest. Their homes require secure fencing. May be adopted singularly or together.
Vskruzhay
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Starr is a five year young sweet beauty of a girl being fostered in the midwest. She is very smart and eager to learn more but she needs time and patience in order to fully blossom. Her happily ever after should include a companion equal to her size. No littles, either canine, human or cat.
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Starr
“I need patience and security, the safety of forever. Is your touch one of kindness? Will you stand close beside me while I gain trust?
Please to call me Starr; a name of brilliance, aspiration, guidance, and hope. I will shine brightly with your patience and security.
Change my life! Allow me to join you on your journey and teach me the joys of being welcomed home. I have lived with other Borzoi and still desire a companion. Please do not leave me alone. My fate was not predetermined!! With your help, still I rise.”
I need your kindness and stability. I want to learn confidence. Treat me gently so that I may discover trust.”
Starr is an empathic soul looking for a soft hand and a kind heart. She will learn well by the example of a companion; a stable pack-mate secure in their own right. Someone to demonstrate that life can and will be wonderful from now on.
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"Hi it’s me, Starr, sharing highlights from foster land!! I am learning so much about living a wonderful life!! Does everyone know about couches?? I mean WOW!! they are SO COMFORTABLE!!
And I LOVE my foster sibs!! They are teaching me how to play and it is so much fun. They are very patient with me and though I’ve only got the paw stamp down we’re having a blast!
And have I mentioned? I’m a dream!! I heard it, my foster Dad said that I am a DREAM walking on lead! It was easy to learn because I always want to be near him when we’re out and about. Apparently it’s a big deal. Who knew?
I’m so happy and can’t wait for my very own forever home! There is still so much to learn and experience."
Finley
Adoption Pending
Heads up WEST COAST people!
“Hi, my name is Finley! I am BORZOI and that makes me special!! I’m a good boy; sweet and kind and just getting started in my journey through life. I LOVE everyone: adult guys, adult ladies, young people and especially fellow canines who want to play like a Borzoi. “Chase Me, Chase You” is the best game EVER!! Am I right? I also love toys and hope to someday have a WHOLE BASKET of my very OWN!! I can even play FETCH (shhhh… Let’s keep that between us. There is NO retriever in this body!).
I promise that spending time together will make you as happy as it makes me. We can walk and explore and adventure and when the day ends and we find ourselves exhausted and cuddled up, we will share soft words of love and gratitude that we have each other. Please give me forever and a playmate!!”
Finley is a darling 15 month old boy with a zest for life! His specialties include melting hearts, playing games, spreading laughter, love and joy. His dream home will have a playmate or two and a heart dedicated to making every day his BEST day!
Finley requires secure fencing and is being fostered in the West of the U.S.
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Bree/Bella
Congratulations Bella, you've been ADOPTED!!
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Bree: “Do Not Fear, the past is behind you”, said the angel named Paula who visited me at the shelter.
She brought comfort, gave me my name, Bree, and contacted NBRF to tell them of my situation. We waited many months, silently wishing, earnestly hoping for me to be released but the road to my freedom was long and steep. Neither NBRF or Paula ever gave up. In the end there was light and my new life has finally begun.”
Paula: “Bree is a gentle, loving girl who was always receptive to touch and most appreciative of kindness. We kept the faith together that a better tomorrow was on the horizon. I brought her delicious treats, a big fan to help cool her down as well as a mobile grooming kit to work on removing some of her many tight, painful mats. We chatted and bonded. Bree was so grateful and we will hold each other with love always. Bree is a gift, an Angel herself.
NBRF: “Bree is a superhero! She doesn’t want to talk about her past and is focused on the future. Her NBRF future began with an Angel and she continues to meet more and more. We are her village! She is a lovely white and champagne 5 year old 77lb lady who radiates joy. Her superpower is the ability to live in the moment. She is not shy or cautious but rather outgoing, happy and social. She loves to sit with her head in your lap being gently touched and talked to. If a nap is in order, she will gladly lay at your feet, touching you somewhere as she nods off.
Bree is food motivated and very smart! She’s met children of all ages as well as adults and has not had a single issue with any. She is, however, a fierce huntress and should be considered NOT small animal tolerant or cat safe. A six foot fence is a necessity. Bree is being fostered in the Mid-Atlantic states.
Keanu Reeves
Adoption Pending
"Pleased to meet you, my name is Keanu Reeves. I am that big hunk of hound dog you’ve always dreamed of; a gentle, kind soul looking for love. I thrive on affection!
I know things, like how to get my favorite belly scritches! My leash manners are impeccable and I am very good at helping with household chores. Performing bag inspections, food safety and keeping you company throughout the day are special skills of mine. Timely meal reminders is another. Oh, and I promise to keep outdoor kitties at a safe distance!
Ear placement is an important fashion statement of mine and speaks to my many moods. Up? Laid back? One flipped to the side like a beret in Paris? They all speak to the soft, curious politeness that is me.
With a name like Keanu to live up to, I am certainly Hollywood Handsome but mostly I’m a humble sweetheart looking to walk through the days with you, adoring and being adored.”
Keanu will celebrate 4 years young in September. He is a big boy (over 100 pounds) looking for patience and time to settle into an orderly schedule that includes him being a part of your daily routine in life. Keanu would prefer a small family with maybe another sighthound that speaks his language.
Keanu will require a secure 6’ fence. He has not been indoor cat tested, is neutered and being fostered in the mid Atlantic states of the U.S.
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Sylvie
Congratulations Sylvie, you've been ADOPTED!!
"Please to introduce myself, fortunate people. I am called Sylvie and I am the most delightful mix of sweet and spicy there is! Are you in the mood for an independent wild child? That is ME, darlings! Or maybe you fancy a sensitive soul who loves to bury her head in your lap? Also ME!
I can lure you in with long leans of love or speak to you of my needs with certainty and you will LOVE me for doing both. Give me some cuddle time, then leave me alone. Tell me you love me then give me my space. My desires are your commands.
Big dogs, little dogs, strangers and friends, I LOVE everyone but would prefer to share my life with a pack-mate I know well. Maybe someone who likes to play a bit rough? Hey, a girl wants what a girl wants!
Amuse me with car rides, take me shopping, get up early and let my morning personality shine. You will NOT be disappointed! If you want it all then you want ME!!"
Sylvie is a WEST COAST girl who has been loved and cared for all of her life. She will be eight years young in July, is spayed and up to date on vaccinations. Her sweet, sensitive, independent nature is a hallmark of female Borzoi. Gorgeous and outgoing, you will want to give her everything! Her dream home will include a playmate of her own and living in a cool climate with a family that wants to share their world with her.
Secure fencing is a must. Cats are an unknown.
ps check out those FABULOUS ears!! 😃
The first step to adopting an NBRF Borzoi is to tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for a Borzoi in need by filling out an adoption application.
Mackie
Adoption Pending
"Hi everyone, it’s me, Mackie! What a grand welcome to the family from NBRF. Thank you so much!!
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Would you like to know more about me? I am a West Coast, outdoor loving, adventure kind of girl. I can take care of myself but I do so appreciate a bit of pampering! Being close and loved and petted and KISSED makes me very happy. Some may even say that I’m sweet but shhhhh… a girl has her reputation to keep!
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Car rides are special! They are usually a precursor to adventuring and my skills at loading up and heading out are exceptional! I’m pretty darn good at leash manners too, if I do say so myself. I’m getting to know the other Borzoi, a Greyhound and cats (what ARE they??) where I’m currently hanging. The sighthounds are cool but the cats… I’m not so sure about them yet.
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My previous family loved me very much and we were sad to part ways but they did a kind thing and asked for help when they could no longer give me my best life. I’m safe and loved while decompressing, adjusting to this life altering change. Everything is going to be wonderful."
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Mackie is five years old and being fostered on the West Coast. She is an exception to the rule and has lived successfully with a four foot fence. She loves to be close to her family, enjoys an active lifestyle and would thrive with a companion to share in those adventures.
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Tell us more about yourself and what you bring to the table for Mackie’s happily ever after by filling out an adoption application.
Evie
Congratulations Evie, you've been ADOPTED!!
Hi, my name is Evie! What’s yours? Do you like to play? Playing makes me SO happy! I may be young but I know things, like how to tell you when I’d like to go outside to PLAY!! And maybe do a bit of business. Confidently meeting and greeting new friends is just one of my specialties.
I’m a quiet, sweet, curious Baby Girl with so much more to learn. And have I mentioned? I’m pretty cute too. Can you make my dreams of a stable, secure home come true?
Evie needs a home with 6’ fencing, no cats or small children. She is 18 months old, has been spayed and is located in the NY/PA area.
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The first step to adopting an NBRF dog is to tell us more about yourself by filling out an ADOPTION APPLICATION.
Congratulations Olivia, you've been ADOPTED!!
Olivia
Hi, my name is Olivia. I’m a little girl with a big dream! Would you like to cuddle with me? I’m really soft and sweet. Would you like to love me? Forever? I’ve been treated kindly but my young self has been through many changes. I dream of my own people and my own home. Maybe my own playmate too? Forever? What a life that would be!
Darling Olivia is 18 months young. She is a soft, sweet girl who needs consistency and stability to blossom into a confident young Borzoi. She’s just waiting for that right family to offer her their hearts… forever. Olivia needs secure fencing and is being fostered in the SouthEast - U.S.
Is Olivia speaking to you? Fill out an adoption application, tell us about yourself and what you bring to the table for this Baby Girl in need.
THE FINE PRINT
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All potential adopters are required to submit a completed application, after your application has been received you will receive an email letting you know that it has been received, if you do not receive an email, please contact us.
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The adoption fee for a domestic rescued Borzoi under seven years of age is $450, seven years of age or older the adoption fee is $250. The adoption fee for an international rescue is $650 regardless of age. In special circumstances, the adoption fee may be waived. Payments may be made on our website or with a check.
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When a dog comes into rescue all of the applications are reviewed looking for the home that will be the best fit for that particular dog. After the applications are narrowed down, the remaining adopters will be interviewed, references will be checked and a home check will be scheduled. The home that is the best fit will be presented to the board for review and the board along with input from the foster home will decide on the placement of the Borzoi. Applicants will be notified whether they have been approved by the Board, by the placement coordinator, who will maintain records on each applicant.
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When possible, an in home visit with the Borzoi to be adopted will be made before the dog is permanently placed with the prospective new owner to ensure proper placement.
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If the person or family adopting the Borzoi is a renter, a letter from the landlord stating the Borzoi is permissible in the rental for the length of the owner's stay in their residence is required.
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To the greatest extent possible, the Director, appointed delegate or volunteer will maintain contact with the homes of all Borzoi placed. Efforts will be made to ensure all rescued Borzoi remain in good homes.
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In the event provisions of the adoption agreement are violated by the adoptive home, the regional delegate, rescue group or NBRF Director will take all steps possible to retrieve the Borzoi from the adoptive home. Provisions have been made in the Adoption Agreement a new home/owner must sign and agree to before they can adopt a rescued Borzoi for this to happen.
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All Borzoi will be altered before being placed into any permanent home.