International Adoptions
Bring a Halfway Home rescue home to the USA or Canada — here's how it works, and how we help every step of the way.
Many of our dogs have found loving families in the United States and Canada. Adopting from abroad is easier than most people expect, because our team handles the veterinary and travel preparation before your rescue makes the trip.
What we take care of
Health & vaccinations
Before travel, each dog receives the vaccinations and veterinary health checks required for entry, through our partner Hospital Cavallini.
Travel & paperwork
We prepare the health certificate and export documents your country requires, and help coordinate safe travel — including with pet-travel partners.
A smooth handoff
We stay in touch through arrival, so you and your new companion are set up for success.
How it works
- 1
Choose a dog — or tell us what you're looking for — and submit an adoption application.
- 2
We complete the vaccinations, health check, and travel documents.
- 3
Together we arrange the flight — with a travel partner, or as your in-cabin companion.
- 4
Welcome your rescue home. 🐾
Costs
The adoption fee is a donation toward the animal's prior veterinary care. International travel costs — flights, a travel crate, and export paperwork — vary by destination and airline. Contact us and we'll give you a current estimate for your city.
For U.S. supporters
Donations from the United States can be made tax-deductibly through our partner, Amigos of Costa Rica.