Adoption Fees
All of our dogs and cats receive medical and behavior evaluations. Our adoption package comes with 14 days of post-adoption limited medical care, a temporary leash or carrier, and a discount on behavior classes. All of our dogs and cats are vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped. If needed, the animals in our care receive flea, tick and de-worming treatments. To make the best match possible, we suggest that you bring all family members to meet the new companion and bring your current dog(s) to meet a new dog.
Spay/neuter surgery and health/behavior screening is included in the adoption fee for rabbits. Adoption fees for domesticated and exotic birds, iguanas, lizards, and other uncommon animals are set individually.
In a small percentage of adoptable dogs, PHS/SPCA requires an $100 training fee. This fee, collected at the time of adoption, enrolls your adopted dog in our training class. Our staff and volunteers make shelter visitors aware of the training fee early in the adoption process. We require training when it will greatly add to a dog’s success in his or her new home. Our goal is not to make the process cumbersome, but to do what we know will ensure a lasting adoption. Having spent time with each dog prior to adoption, having a good knowledge of breeds, plus a success rate for lasting adoptions well above the national average, we feel good about our matchmaking process.
| Animal | Fee (Adoption) |
|---|---|
| Dogs | $160 |
| Dogs ages 7+ | $75 |
| Puppies (under 6 months) | $135 |
| Dogs – Training (if required for the dog you are adopting) | $100 |
| Dogs - License | $25 |
| Cats | $80 |
| Cats ages 7+ | $50 |
| Kittens (under 6 months) | $120 |
| Cats - License | $8 |
| Rabbits | $40 |
| Rats | $10 |
| Mice | $5 |
| Guinea Pigs | $15 |
| Hamsters | $10 |
| Pigeons/Doves | $10 |
| Ducks | $20 |
| Chickens | $20 |
| Geese | $25 |
| Iguanas and Bearded Dragons | $35 |
| Turtles | Varies by species, call ext. 354 with questions |
| Birds and Snakes | Varies by species, call ext. 354 with questions |
| Livestock (horses, cows, goats, pigs, sheep, etc) | Varies by species, call ext. 339 with questions |