Interested in adopting a pet?

DUE TO COVID-19
All operations are currently by appointment only. 
Please call ahead. 724-339-7388

Adoption Hours (See info above ^)
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 1-4 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 6-8 pm
Closed on Monday

ADOPTION FORM

Adoption Guide - follow these steps!

1) If you plan to adopt, you'll be asked to complete an application.
2) Bring a photo ID.
3) Applicants must be 18 years of age and older.
4) All applicants will be interviewed by an adoption counselor.
5) All applicants must agree that the animal they wish to adopt will not be housed outdoors.
6) Renters must bring a copy of their lease.
7) If living rent-free with a relative, said relative must give permission for the adoption.
8) Adoptions, specifically dog adoptions, will require a property check and/or a home visit.
9) A vet check on the individual's current pet(s) that show they are altered and up-to-date with immunizations.
10) On-site meet n’ greet with the prospective adopter's current dog if adopting a shelter dog.
11) Ability to provide a stable environment; proper veterinary care and meet the basic needs including food, exercise and companionship.
12) Payment in full at the time of adoption by cash, debit card, credit card or personal check.
13) Agreement from the adopter to contact Animal Protectors to make arrangements for the return of the animal if the adoption is not successful.

Adoption Fees

Cats

• 6 mos and under: $110
  
• 7 mos to 7 years: $90
• 8 years +: $45
  

(If you plan to adopt, please bring a carrier of your own. If you do not have one, you can purchase a cardboard one for $5.)


Adoption fee covers:

• Spay or Neuter surgery
• Microchip
• Worming treatment
• Flea treatment
• Rabies, Distemper, Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Chlamydia and Panleukopenia vaccines.
• Feline leukemia and FIV tests

​*Effective January 1, 2021

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Dogs

• 6 mos. and under: $260
  
• 7 mos to 7 years: $200
• 8 years +: $100

Adoption fee covers:

• Spay or Neuter surgery
• Microchip
• Rabies, Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, and Corona Vaccines.
• Worming treatment
• Flea treatment
• License: please inquire at the shelter regarding license options for the county in which you live.

​*Effective January 1, 2021

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Adoption Policy

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Animal Protectors has a strong commitment to our animals and we strive to adopt them into loving homes. All applications are given careful consideration by the adoption committee and must meet the requirements listed below. Desired animals are put on hold for the applicant until the application is processed with a final decision affirmed. Multiple applications can be taken on one animal.