Frequently Asked Questions
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F.A.Q.
Have a questions, but you are uncertain if it has already been asked? Check out our frequently asked questions below! Still can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to us using the contact form at the bottom of our website or via email at angelsforarchie@gmail.com.
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I'm interested in adopting. Where can I find an adoption application?
I would like to volunteer. What is that process like? And what would be expected of me?
I would like to relinquish an animal. How can I do this? Where will my animal go?
Volunteers are always welcomed, but we have an application process prior to becoming a volunteer. Once you have completed the application, a director will communicate a date and time that works best for both parties to converse via phone or video conference; at that time, we will discuss your application and address any questions you might have. After that, your application will be under review by the rest of the Archie's Angels board; this process can take up to one week. If your application is accepted, we will forward you a volunteer contract to complete. Once the volunteer contract is returned to us, you are officially a volunteer.
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Currently, volunteers will be expected to help at events. It is not a requirement to attend every event. We will train you on how to properly handle animals and understand the mission of Archie's Angels. A volunteer expected to interact with the general public to answer questions and educate. If you have not worked with reptiles previously, but would like to gain the experience, we would love to have you as part of our team.
Interested in adding a new animal to your family? We are here to help!
Our no-pressure adoption process ensures that you are fully prepared for your new addition.​
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We are a foster-based organization in order to ensure that each animal is receiving daily care, attention, and that all of their needs are being met.
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Please understand that this is an application and does not guarantee that you will be approved to adopt your selected animal. Archie's Angels, Inc. does not have a waitlist or pre-approval process for adoption.
Please see our currently adoptable animals on PetFinder.
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Have questions prior to applying? Please contact us via email at angelsforarchie@gmail.com.
We are a foster-based organization which relies on the availability & experience of our fosters. As we want to ensure we are fully equipped to care for the animal, we cannot guarantee that your relinquishment request will be accepted.
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If the request is denied, we will direct you toward other reputable resources to help you find placement for your animal.
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There is a $35.00 relinquishment fee per animal if the animal does not come with supplies. If the enclosure & supplies are relinquished with the animal, the $35.00 fee is waived. Any monetary donations go toward veterinary expenses, enclosure costs, supplies & food for animals within our foster program.
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Please answer as accurately as possible to ensure proper placement within our foster network. Each animal is placed into a home where they will be treated as that family's own.
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At this time, Archie's Angels is unable to accept the following animals: aquatic turtles, green iguanas, and sulcata tortoises. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Why is there a relinquishment fee?
Every animal that comes into our care receives a veterinary visit with Dr. Sarah Wolfe at Animal Hospital of De Pere or Dr. Megan Mutchler at Port Cities Animal Hospital. This is to determine if there are any health and/or behavior concerns. Once the animal has received a clean bill of health, they are ready for adoption.
Your relinquishment fee covers the veterinary exam and/or helps us purchase new supplies for the animal. If you choose to relinquish the enclosure and supplies with the animal, we will use any donated funds to cover veterinary costs.
Please fill out our Volunteer Application to be considered as a foster home. All fosters have the same expectations as volunteers.
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When you become a foster, we do what we can to supply enclosures, lighting, décor, and enrichment for every animal going into foster care.
I don't see your location. Where are you located?
We service the entirety of Wisconsin through a network of volunteers & fosters. Most of our volunteers are located in the Brown County & Fox Valley areas, though we have foster homes even as far as Madison & Milwaukee, WI.
We currently do not have a location available to general public as we rely on our volunteers for animal care in their own homes and aid in educational outreach at public events. Through networking with volunteers, we are able to expand our animal intake & educational outreach without overwhelming a single household or individual with this responsibility. This also allows us to pinpoint a potentially contagious animal upon intake, reduce exposure to other foster animals, and allow us to utilize foster homes to continue doing what we do.
Can I foster an animal?
Where can I see your event schedule?
A majority of our events are held privately at schools & educational programs. Any of our public events will be posted via Facebook.
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If you are interested in booking an event with us, please visit our Educational Programs tab. You can email us at angelsforarchie@gmail.com or reach out to us through our contact form at the bottom of our website.
I don't see my question. What do I do?
If you cannot find an answer you are looking for here, please reach out to us and we will do everything we can to help and respond within a timely manner. You can reach us via email at angelsforarchie@gmail.com, by using the contact form on our website, or by calling (920) 574-4490. If we do not respond via phone, please leave a voicemail so we can get back to you as soon as possible.
