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Featured Furball: Nancy (and Rory!)
Good things come in pairs and that's just the case with bonded Nancy and Rory. These best buddies love to nuzzle up together and are looking for a home that has space enough for not one perfect cat, but two! They are a little shy in the shelter but seem to gain confidence and comfort with each other. They are looking for a quiet, patient home that will treat them like royalty and understand their timid nature. If you think you have the perfect home for these two sweeties, call our East End location today to make an appointment. Search AnimalsFeatured Furball: Zoey
Meet Zoey! She came into our care as an owner surrender and is now waiting to spend her golden years with her new family! Her previous owner said she is a very sweet cat who enjoys bird watching and sitting in laps. It took some time for Zoey to warm up to her shelter friends, but now she head bumps us to seek out attention. She is a social girl who enjoys dining with company around. What a sweetie! If you're interested in meeting with Zoey, fill out her application below! Our adoption staff will contact you with the next steps to schedule you an appointment. Search AnimalsFeatured Furball: Kermit
Hi! I'm Kermit, or Princess Droolia, or sometimes just plain ol' Sweet Pea depending on Foster Mom's mood! I got my first name, Kermit, because I have an unconventional meow- one that many have said sounds more like a frog than a cat! I'm missing some my teeth (which doesn't interfere with my eating at all) but it does mean I occasionally stick out my tongue and spittle - hence name #2! And above all else, I'm a sweetheart. I'm a beautiful shade of gray, so I think there's another name brewing in there! At first, I can be shy and reserved but when it's cuddle time I have all the confidence in the world! I love scritches on my head and face, and one of my favorite things is to cuddle on top of or near you. I prefer cats over dogs but wouldn't mind being the only one pet for you. 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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