Adoption Program FAQs

We hope you find the perfect pet to adopt today. Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions about the Adoption process:

May I see the pet out of its cage?

Yes! We encourage you to get acquainted before deciding to adopt. Please ask an Animal Services volunteer or staff member to assist you. If you are considering a dog and have one at home, you will be asked to bring your pet back to meet the new pet before making a final decision.

Can I take my new pet home today?

You will be required to bring in landlord approval prior to any adoption and all pets must be spayed (females) or neutered (males) before going to a new home. If you choose a mature pet that has already been spayed or neutered, it can go home with you today! If surgery is needed, it will be done on the next business day, and your pet will generally be ready to go home that afternoon. Example: most pets adopted on Saturday will have surgery on Monday and be ready to go home on Monday afternoon.

I would like to adopt, but can you hold my new pet for a few days before I pick it up?

Unfortunately, no. This is not possible due to the limited space for the number of animals ready for adoption.

Do the animals need vaccinations?

All cats will receive the FVRCP vaccination before they leave (the cost is $13). All dogs will received a DHPP and Bordetella, at $13.00 each. Cat and dogs over the age of four (4) months may have also been vaccinated against rabies (the cost is $15.00.)

Are other vaccinations needed?

Please consult with your own veterinarian for more information.

How much does it cost to adopt?

Cats: $25.00 spay/neuter deposit, (goes towards the actual cost of the surgery). $13.00 to $41.00 for the vaccinations, $15.00 for the microchip and $15.00 adoption fee. This all runs about $68.00 to $96.00 you pay at the time of adoption. There will be an additional charge at the Veterinarian, for the remainder of the cost for the spay/neutering. (Office staff will go over these fees with you.)

Dogs: $35.00 spay/neuter deposit, (goes towards the actual cost of the surgery). $13.00 to $41.00 for the vaccinations, $15.00 for the microchip and $15.00 adoption fee. If the adopter is a City of Antioch resident they will also purchase a 1 year dog license for $16.00. This all runs about $78.00 to $122.00 you pay at the time of adoption. There will be an additional charge at the Veterinarian, for the remainder of the cost for the spay/neutering. (Office staff will go over these fees with you.)

Rabbits, hamsters, other small animals: $10.00 adoption fee.

With each adoption, you will receive a certificate for a FREE basic physical examination at a local veterinary hospital! (Any additional services will cost extra.)