What is a "Rehome" Belgian Shepherd?

A "rehome" is in the care of their breeder or a foster home working with their breeder. The breeders of these Belgians have chosen to take responsibility for the pre-placement evaluation, rehabilitation (when needed), new family screening, and continued support for the Belgian adopted and breed in general. The breed's Rescue program is NOT involved beyond a possible referral.

Rehome Belgians should have been evaluated by their breeders for all health and behavior needs including having these needs taken care of to complete resolution. Often these dogs have been in stable, known environments but for many reasons (relocation, family circumstances, death, financial, etc) they could no longer be cared for by their owners. A Rehome can also be a retiree. A "retiree" typically has always been in the care of their breeder and often has been raised and trained by their breeders. For many reasons this dog will no longer participate in their breeding programs, competition or other activities. It is in the Belgian's best interest to retire with a family where they will be the only dog (or one of a few) obtaining much more one on one attention. Some of these Belgians are titled champions, at times with other performance or working titles... in addition to having often been a significant contributor to the breed, hopefully, carrying forward improvements in breed versatility and stability. 

Any health, structural or behavior problems should be disclosed to you prior to placement. All skills, idiosyncrasies, dietary needs and care recommendations should be provided in writing to you by the breeder along with a written contract, including a spay or neuter agreement (a rehome, depending on the circumstance, may not require altering). The breeder typically will  charge a fee for either rehome or retiree. All questions and details are to be discussed directly with the breeder involved.