Pet Adoption - Adopting a Pet into the Family

Selecting a pet to join your family is a major decision. It carries both a financial and moral responsibility. Sharing your life with a pet can be an extremely rewarding experience for you, your family, and your pet - take your time to find just the right one for you!

Preparing to Adopt a New Pet

Reasons to Adopt from an Animal Shelter
Choosing the Right Pet For Your Family
Adopting a Puppy from an Animal Shelter
Purebred or Mixed Breed?
Adopting a Senior Dog or Cat
The Process of Adopting a Pet from the Shelter
What Documents Do You Need to Adopt a Dog (or other pet)?

More Adoption Considerations

Costs of adopting a shelter pet: Dog Budget Worksheet or Cat Budget Worksheet
Giving Pets as Surprise Gifts
The Sad Reality of Puppy Mills
Why a Re-Homing or Adoption Fee is Necessary for Pet Adoptions
Adopting a Dog: What to Consider When Adding a New Canine Family Member
Pets Are Forever - read this touching and heartbreaking story called How Could You?