Why is there an adoption fee?
Yes. Spaying and neutering have a number of health benefits for your pets including extending their life span. In addition to the health benefits of spaying and neutering, many less desirable behaviors may be reduced. These include, but or not limited to: roaming, marking and territorial aggression.
Why does my adopted pet need to be spayed or neutered?
Adoption fees help cover the medical expenses we incur in caring for the animals we rescue. All animals adopted out are up-to-date with vaccinations and are spayed/neutered prior to adoption.
Every year, millions of cats and dogs of all ages and breeds are euthanized due to overpopulation in shelters or suffer as strays. These high numbers are the result of unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering.
For more information, check out Fetch on WebMD’s Top Ten Reasons To Spay or Neuter Your Pet.
Why does the adoption contract prohibit declawing?
Declawing a cat is mutilation and the pain remains long after the surgery. It is the equivalent of cutting off your finger at the first knuckle. Cats must learn to walk again. Clawing is a natural, healthy and normal behavior. Declawed cats often become more aggressive and are more likely not to use a litter box.
Why was my adoption application not approved?
We do not adopt out on a first come basis, but instead strive to find the right pet for the right family. This helps avoid the heartbreak of returned pets. Please note: Our adoption process includes a home visit; we also ask for a both a veterinary and personal reference.