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Featured Furball: Houston
This fantastic and imaginative bun bun is Houston, and no we do not have a problem with how sweet she is! Houston is a gentle and curious gal who enjoys exploring the world around her. She's also large and in charge. Houston does best with a large litter box, so she can impress you with just how litter box trained she really is! After time spent exploring and sniffing and claiming her territory by nudging her sweet face against your entire home, Houston loves to get cozy with a soft blanket to snuggle up on. Meet this actual perfect angel today! Search AnimalsFeatured Furball: Cutie
Meet our big bundle of love, Miss Cutie!She came into our care as a stray, so we don't know anything about her previous life. Don't worry though, she is our best friend here at the shelter and we can provide you with all the information that we know! She is a gentle girl who is very passionate about her treats, so catch her sitting and giving paw for them. Believe it or not, Cutie adores when people sing and dance for her. It brings out a totally different side of her and sometimes, she'll even dance along! If you enjoy long walks or nature, she will be a great walking buddy. Cutie loves feeling the cool breeze brush against her adorable face. Our queen would shine brightly as the only pet in your life and in an adult only home.
You may have noticed Miss Cutie's voluptuous figure! Our vets have advised that her adopters implement a weight loss regimen into her day to day life, as this girl shows a lot of athleticism that her current weight is holding her back from achieving. Cutie loves to play fetch, and although she isn't always good at giving the ball back, she sure does have a blast.
If you're ready to fall in love with four legs and a couple extra pounds, come visit the North Side location today! Search Animals
Featured Furball: Gwenivere
Meet Gwenivere! She is a 4 year old, female, Domestic Short Hair. She previously lived with a bunch of other cats at home, but prefers her own space to reign over. She loves lounging around and watching the world go by. She does have a slight dental problem, but that doesn't slow her down at all! Stop in and meet her today! Search AnimalsFeatured Furball: Corkie
If you are interested in learning more, or meeting him, please reach out to his foster mom at dssmithmrse@aol.com! Corkie is his very own special kind of little guy. He loves loves loves playing with people with wand and fishing rod type toys, enjoys a sunny window and bird watching and purrs for brushing and petting. He is not at all a fan of other cats or laps for very long. He prefers sitting by your side and being the pampered only pet. He is sometimes stubborn and lots of times feisty-playful! When it's time to eat, he says so. When he is irritated he complains with loud mrrrrrs and swats at your legs (claws in). For every act of insistence, there are three of Corkie communicating love and happiness with head bunts and talking eyes. He's selfish with his love though - he should be the only pet! Corkie is a great companion, wanting to be nearby and helping with whatever is going on. Need company? In return for the price of some allergy meds (he pills easily) and prescription food and praise (he DOES love told he is a good or handsome boy) you can have a best kitty friend and lots of fun! If you are interested in learning more, or meeting him, please reach out to his foster mom at dssmithmrse@aol.com! Search Animals
How to Adopt
Humane Animal Rescue’s adoption team works to match people with an adoptable animal. To assist with making a match, an adoption counselor will learn more about the adopter and share information about the animals.
Adoption Process
Adoptable animals can be viewed online. You must visit with the animal at the adoption center or partner business location to complete the adoption process. If you plan to adopt, please arrive an hour before the adoption center is scheduled to close.
Step 1: Fill out the adoption questionnaire (link to questionnaire)
A completed adoption questionnaire will be reviewed by staff before meeting an animal. This one page application helps our counselors learn more about your lifestyle and expectations of your new pet! Questionnaires are accepted on first come-first serve basis.
Step 2: Meet Adoptable Animals!
An adoption team member or volunteer will share information about the animals to help you learn more about each one to ensure you find the right match! Once you find a match, the staff will introduce you to the animal in an area outside the kennel or cage so you can interact with the animal.
Step 3: Adopt
Most times, you are able to take your new best friend home the same day you meet them! The adoption contract and paperwork can be finalized the day of your visit. If the animal is awaiting their spay/neuter procedure, the animal will remain at the shelter to be picked up by the adopter on a designated date.
Holds
If you need extra time to gather your lease, household members, or your canine companion needs to come in for a meet & greet with the adoptable dog, we offer a $25.00 non-refundable hold for 24 hours. If the adoption is finalized, the amount will be deducted from the adoption fee.
Note: We do not accept holds over the phone, via email, or social media. They are only offered after you meet with an animal at the adoption center.
Adoption Guidelines
If you plan to adopt, there are a few basics to bring along with you:
- A valid form of photo ID (adopters must be 18 years or older)
- Proof of address
- If you rent, we encourage you to talk with your landlord about bringing home a pet. If pets are permitted, verify with your landlord if there are breed or species restrictions.
- We encourage all individuals who will be in regular contact with your new pet meet before you take the pet home! This includes: children, significant other, and your existing dog (if you’re adopted a dog), or your rabbit (if adopting a rabbit).
Note: We do not offer cat to cat introductions, nor different species meetings. We will provide you with resources on proper introductions.
Adoption Fees
Adoption fees are charged to help us offset some of our costs for caring for the thousands of animals that enter our doors each year. All animals are spayed or neutered, microchipped, given vaccinations appropriate for their age at the time of adoption, treated for parasites, and given flea/tick protection. In addition, dogs (6 months or older) are tested for heartworm.
Striving to give every animal a home,
& every animal lover a chance to adopt.
Browse our ongoing promotions that make it easier to adopt
Pets for Patriots
We offer a 10% discount on companion pet adoption fee for US military veterans.
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Pets for the Elderly
Seniors can receive up to $50 off their adoption fee if they allow us to take their photo (with their pet).
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Bonded Pairs
Animals we deem to be bonded with each other may be eligible for a 2 for 1 adoption fee.
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