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About CRN

Collie Rescue Network was formed when it was discovered that there was no official rescue for Rough and Smooth Collies east of Alberta.  Former president of the Collie Club of Canada, Karen Fairbairn, felt that an official Collie rescue group could, and should, be founded.  And so, in 2004, Collie Rescue Network began operating in an official capacity and now operates as a national rescue for Collies in Canada separate from the club.

Our goal is to find homes for all Collies who find themselves, for whatever reason, homeless and in need of assistance.  We take Collies into our rescue program from shelters all over Canada as well as directly from owners who can no longer care for their beloved dogs.  

Collie Rescue Network has no kennel facilities and instead relies on the foster care system.  Collies in our care stay with a foster family, living indoors as part of the family, until their adoptive home is found.  

Collie adopted by Collie Rescue Network will have (at minimum) the following vetting done prior to being adopted out:

• Spayed/neutered
• Vaccinations as appropriate for each area
• Wellness exam completed
• Microchipped
• Any outstanding illness or injuries are treated

Our Mission Statement:

Collie Rescue Network is a national not-for-profit organization established to provide for the rescue and care of Collies that have been abandoned, surrendered, lost, neglected or abused. Our goal is to place each and every Collie that enters our rescue program into a carefully screened, approved home where they will be loved and cherished as a member of the family.

To find out how you can help CRN

visit our Volunteer page!