The PBRC website is a virtual shelter and resource for owners and caretakers of American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and pit bull mixes.

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http://pbrc.net/losinghome.html

Losing your home...

Sadly many families have been forced to leave their homes due to loss of employment and mortgage issues. Many cherished family pets have found themselves abandoned and on the street as a result. To address this unfortunate situation, we've compiled links that may be helpful to people in need of assistance with their mortgage (see Hope Now) and pet-friendly housing. We've also included a list of pit bull-friendly insurance companies and links for deployed military looking for a temporary home for their pet(s).

* Links to Sites that List Animal-Friendly Apartments
* Moving On: Remember Your Pets When Relocating
* What if the Pets Policy Changes After You Move In?
* American Veterinary Medical Association FAQ
* Hope Now


Pit-Friendly Insurance Companies

State Farm - www.statefarm.com
Farmers Insurance Group - www.farmers.com
Travelers - www.travelers.com
United Services Automobile Association - www.usaa.com
Kemper - www.kemperinsurance.com
Chubb Group - www.chubb.com
Safeco Corp. - www.safeco.com
Nationwide - www.nationwide.com
Sunny SoCal Insurance Service (nationwide) - www.ssocal.com
Lester Kalmanson Agency Inc. - www.lkalmanson.com

Ohio residents can call the Ohio Insurance Exchange for information at 1-800-473-1215.

Be sure to contact both a local agent and the main company directly. Sometimes local agents will set certain restrictions even if they are not required by the head office. Check with an insurance agent who deals with various companies. Perhaps the agent can locate someone that does not have breed restrictions. Call the state's Insurance Commission for referrals to companies without restrictions.


Deployed Military

Operation Noble Foster - Cat foster care program.

Net Pets - A nationwide and global network of individual foster homes that will house, nurture and care for the dogs, cats, birds, horses and all other pets for all the Military personnel only.


Rehoming A Pit Bull

Finding a safe, responsible home for a pit bull takes 6-12 months, on average. Many people want pit bulls for breeding or fighting or as yard/guard dogs. Doing the following will help ensure a pit bull finds a good home:

* Spay/neuter the dog prior to adoption.
* Ask for and check veterinary references.
* Do not adopt to anyone under 25 years of age.
* Give preference to homeowners.
* Conduct a home visit.
* Adopt pit bulls as only pets or with a compatible dog of the opposite sex.
* Be mindful of breed-specific legislation.
* Ask an adoption fee of at least $100, here's why.

For additional information, screening tips, adoption contract and more click here:
http://www.pbrc.net/adoption/owners.html