Our adoption policies were
designed to help prevent animal suffering. Policies are based on
experience of Humane Societies across the country. We do not feel the
animals should be placed in just any home. Only by adhering to
these policies can we be sure of the quality of the homes in question.
Applicants for adoption must demonstrate a humane attitude and be
willing and able to humanely provide for the animal for its entire
natural life span.
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We try to place only
healthy animals having a good disposition.
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We do not:
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A. Release animals for
research
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B. Permit the adoption of
animals as gifts for someone else
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C. Place dogs for the sole
purpose of hunting
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D. Place dogs for the sole
purpose of security
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E. Place cats for the sole
purpose of mousing or barn cats
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F. Permit
the adoption of animals to minors
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We require:
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A. That all animals
be spayed or neutered
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B. Written permission from
landlords
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C. Proper facilities before
placement
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D. That all animals receive
proper veterinary care
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E. Strict adherence to all
laws and ordinances, including licensing laws
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F. That
all adults residing in the home be aware of the responsibilities of
pet ownership before placement
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Some animals will require a fenced yard
based on previous experience and the particular circumstances.
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We discourage the placing
of kittens and puppies into homes having small children unless we are
completely satisfied that responsible adults will assure the safety of
the child and the pet and the proper education of the children in
humane animal treatment.
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WE RESERVE THE RIGHT
TO REFUSE ADOPTION OF ANIMALS TO ANYONE.
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If, for any reason, the
animal must be given up, please consult the shelter for help in
rehoming it.
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We recommend proper
identification be kept on all pets.
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We discourage out of county
adoptions.
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