ADOPTING A FRIEND
Saving one pet doesn't change the world, but to that one pet the world changes forever.
Adoption fees:
Intact dogs: $75 plus $100 spay/neuter deposit
Spayed/neutered dogs: $120
Intact cats: $40 plus $50 spay/neuter deposit
Spayed/Neutered cats: $50
- These fees includes any vaccinations received at the shelter.
- Bradford County residents adopting a dog over 3 months of age must also purchase a Bradford County dog license at the time of adoption.
Spaying or neutering is mandatory by PA state law for all adopted cats and dogs.
- A spay/neuter deposit of $50 for cats and $100 for dogs is collected at the time of adoption and is refunded upon written proof of the animal's sterilization, or deducted from your sterilization bill, depending on which veterinarian does the surgery.
Small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs have a $10 adoption fee with no spay/neuter deposit. Occasionally we have other pets such as ferrets and reptiles, and fees are set on a case by case basis.
We do not accept credit cards or out of town checks.
Additional Information
- Please arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow time for the adoption paperwork and approval process.
- The adopter must be present at the shelter to complete the application and sign the adoption papers.
- Adopters must be at least 18 years old.
- You have three days from the date of your adoption as a trial adoption period.
- We do not have the capability to bring the pet to meet you away from the shelter.
- If a pet is listed in Foster Care that is available for adoption, we will make arrangements in advance for the pet to meet with you at the shelter. Contact us prior to your visit to set up a time and date.
- Adoptions of dogs come with a certificate for one free vet visit (within Bradford County).
- We have grants towards discounted spay/neuter fees for approved low-income applicants.
- We reserve the right to charge a $100 spay/neuter deposit on out of town adoptions.
- If you are coming from a distance or out of the county:
- We can hold a specific pet for you if notified on the day you are coming.
- We do not accept out-of-county checks so bring cash to cover adoption fees.
- Bring along your vet records for the pets you currently have.
- Be sure your landlord approves of your adoption of a new pet.