How to Adopt a Dog
- Read Before You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar, DVM, Phd
- Fill out the pre-adopt survey online OR
- Download Dog
Pre-Adoption Survey (.pdf)
- Make an appointment to meet prospective dogs; View
dogs waiting to be adopted at our Kettering SICSA facility.
How Much Does It Cost?
Dog Adoption Fees
- Puppies under 4 months of age: $150 + $16.75 for license
- Dogs over 4 months of age: $125 + $16.75 for license
- Dogs in our Seniors for Seniors program are $75 + 16.75 for license
- Includes over $150 worth of goods & services
Includes:
- Permanent Microchip Identification - a $25 Value
- Spay or Neuter Surgery - a $75 - $130 value
- Vaccinations (including Rabies) - a $75 value
- Heartworm Testing and Preventative - a $35 value
- Worming & Flea Treatment - a $15 value
- Collar, ID Tag and Leash - a $10 value
- Adopter Packet with Samples and Coupons
The bottom Line: A Good Deal on a Great Dog!
Do you really want to adopt
a dog?
Owning a dog is a lot of work and your commitment lasts long after the
newness wears off. So before you act, stop and ask yourself...
-
Are
you ready to give the dog the time and attention it needs:
- exercise
- training
- tending to sick dogs in the middle of the night
- cleaning up messes
- taking it outside for exercise in the rain?
- Are you ready for the financial commitment?
It can all add up quickly.
- quality food & snacks
- toys
- grooming
- training
- veterinary bills
- Is everyone in the family on board with this decision?
- Do you have any other pets?
- Is your house set up for a dog?
- If you rent, do you have your landlord's permission?
Talk With Our Adoption Counselors
Our adoption counselors will go over these
and other questions with you.
We
aren’t trying to invade your privacy, we just want to make sure that
you are making a choice that is appropriate for you, your family and your
new best friend.
How to Adopt a Dog
- Read Before You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar, DVM, Phd
- Fill out the pre-adopt survey online OR
- Download Dog
Pre-Adoption Survey (.pdf)
- Make an appointment to meet prospective dogs; View
dogs waiting to be adopted at our Kettering SICSA facility.
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