So you’re thinking about adopting a dog? Having a dog companion is an extremely rewarding and fun endeavor! Dogs are called “man’s best friend” for a reason! However, it is a serious commitment as dogs can live up to 20 years and you must be able to provide them a stable, safe and loving home including proper health care for the duration of their life. If you aren’t sure about making a long term commitment, perhaps consider fostering. Please do your homework before beginning the adoption process. Our adoption fees are from $250-$350, depending on the age, medical costs, and/or status of the dog.

1. Choose your companion: Once you're sure you are ready and willing to adopt a dog, the first step is to view our available pets online. Read carefully through each dog’s description to see which dog will be a good fit. Once you have chosen a dog, the next step is filling out the adoption application.
2. Fill out the adoption application: Please download and complete the adoption application in the Microsoft Word program and save it as a Word document. Then email it to us for review.
3. Application review: We will review your application and determine if you seem to be a good fit for the dog you have chosen. We will then go through your references (including but not limited to vet references and rental company references) and call you for a phone interview. If all goes well the next step is a home visit.
4. Home visit: We will conduct a home visit to make sure your home is a safe and proper environment for a pet. If all goes well the next step is to finalize the adoption.
5. Adoption Finalized: To finalize the adoption, you will pay the one time non-refundable adoption fee of $250-$350 (depends on age, medical costs and/or status of the dog) and we will both sign off on the paperwork.
6. Enjoy life with your new companion!

BEFORE ADOPTING

Nylabone's "Are You Ready To Adopt a Dog?" Questionnaire

American Kennel Club's "Be a Responsible Dog Owner" Article

AFTER ADOPTING

Petfinder's Tips for the First 30 Days of Dog Adoption

PAW's Bringing Your New Dog Home Guide

GENERAL HEALTH INFORMATION

WebMD Healthy Dogs Preventative Care

WebMD Healthy Dogs Common Conditions

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDS

ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

ASPCA People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets