ADOPTION FEES

Thank you for considering opening your home to one of the animals in our care!

Our adoption fee is $400 for dogs, $500 for dogs under 1, $100 for cats, and $150 for kittens.

These fees are not a reflection of the value of our animals, but are considered an administrative cost to help cover a portion of their care. Adoption fees are non-refundable, even if the animal is returned, as processing adoptions and returns requires time and resources.

You’ll find that Pound Rescue has some of the lowest adoption fees. We believe they are set at a level that helps prevent impulsive adoptions, while still remaining affordable for families looking to adopt from a rescue rather than acquire an animal for free—only to face much higher veterinary costs (spay/neuter, vaccinations, etc.) later on.

Please note: These fees help support the ongoing care of our animals. In many cases, they don’t even cover the initial veterinary expenses involved. Your adoption fee includes spay or neuter surgery, tattoo and/or microchip, and some vaccinations. By adopting, you’re not only giving a loving home to one animal, but you’re also helping us continue rescuing and caring for many more in need.