Adoption Process

Adoptions Process

Please follow the instructions in each pet's profile.
For in-shelter pets:
- Visit pets in person at the shelter during regular business hours.
For in-foster pets:
- To meet an animal that is in a foster home, please email the address listed in the pet’s profile.
- The foster family will work with you to schedule a virtual or in-person (at the discretion of the foster family) meet & greet within 24-48 hours.
The meet & greet does not guarantee adoption.
If you have questions about introducing your current pets to your new pet, please email or call in advance.

For in-shelter pets:
- After your meet & greet, fill out an application at our Adoptions Desk.
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-matched basis.
- A staff member will review your application, go over the pet's records, and answer any questions you may have.
- If you are unable to take your new pet home at the time of application, we can hold the pet for you until the close of business the following day for a non-refundable $25 hold fee. If you choose to adopt, this fee is applied to your final adoption fee.
For in-foster pets:
- After your meet & greet, the pet's foster parent will email you a link to the pet's online application. An animal remains available for adoption until your application is submitted. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-matched basis.
- After your application is received, a staff member will email you to schedule a time (during business hours) to review your application.

Once your application has been approved, you will sign the adoption contract and pay the adoption fee.

Dogs must leave the building wearing a collar and leash (I.D. tag is included in your adoption).
Cat must leave the building in a cat carrier and wearing a breakaway collar with I.D. tag (I.D. tag is included in your adoption fee).
All other animals must leave the building in an appropriate carrier.

Eligible pets may be taken home with potential adopters for a three-day sleepover - this is your chance to get to know the pet and fall in love!
Adopters must stay in communication with our adoptions team during the sleepover.
There is a $25 non-refundable fee to take a dog on a sleepover. If you choose to adopt, this fee is applied to your final adoption fee.