Meet Max, your future best friend with a heart as big as his paws. Max is a 5-year-old black Lab mix, weighing in at 71 pounds of love. This tall, lanky good boy came to us through no fault of his own when his family lost their housing. While his world changed, Max’s sweet spirit never did. We promised his family we’d find him an equally loving home—and we know it’s out there.
Max is a high-energy, super friendly guy who’s been reported to be wonderful with kids, cats, and other dogs. At the shelter, he shows his polite side—quiet, gentle, and well-mannered—but don’t be fooled. Once outside, he’s ready to run, walk, play fetch, splash in water, and hop in the car for an adventure.
He’s strong on leash, but also submissive, easygoing, and incredibly affectionate. Max has a signature move: he’ll lean right into you for hugs and pets, soaking up every bit of love. Previous owners report he is housetrained, and it’s clear he’s truly missing home life.
The holidays are tough for everyone, and Max’s journey is a reminder that you never know what hardships people are facing. His family made a heartbreaking decision out of love, and we’re grateful they trusted us to help Max start his next chapter.
Max is available through our Foster-to-Adopt program, so you can welcome him home while he completes routine vetting, including vaccinations and heartworm testing. He is already neutered and microchipped. Ready to meet this sweet, affectionate, water-loving goofball? Email dogadoptions@parmashelter.org and submit a dog adoption application online for Max. Max’s adoption fee is $160. Come meet Max—he’s ready to lean into your heart.
Meet Max, your future best friend with a heart as big as his paws. Max is a 5-year-old black Lab mix, weighing in at 71 pounds of love. This tall, lanky good boy came to us through no fault of his own when his family lost their housing. While his world changed, Max’s sweet spirit never did. We promised his family we’d find him an equally loving home—and we know it’s out there.
Max is a high-energy, super friendly guy who’s been reported to be wonderful with kids, cats, and other dogs. At the shelter, he shows his polite side—quiet, gentle, and well-mannered—but don’t be fooled. Once outside, he’s ready to run, walk, play fetch, splash in water, and hop in the car for an adventure.
He’s strong on leash, but also submissive, easygoing, and incredibly affectionate. Max has a signature move: he’ll lean right into you for hugs and pets, soaking up every bit of love. Previous owners report he is housetrained, and it’s clear he’s truly missing home life.
The holidays are tough for everyone, and Max’s journey is a reminder that you never know what hardships people are facing. His family made a heartbreaking decision out of love, and we’re grateful they trusted us to help Max start his next chapter.
Max is available through our Foster-to-Adopt program, so you can welcome him home while he completes routine vetting, including vaccinations and heartworm testing. He is already neutered and microchipped. Ready to meet this sweet, affectionate, water-loving goofball? Email dogadoptions@parmashelter.org and submit a dog adoption application online for Max. Max’s adoption fee is $160. Come meet Max—he’s ready to lean into your heart.
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This organization is committed to providing a positive adoption experience!
Learn more.
Forms can be submitted directly from our website or when you visit. We strongly suggest submitting your application before you visit.
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Interview
Potential adopters are interviewed initially by phone or email and then again during the meet and greet. All family members should attend.
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Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
If you have submitted an application online we will contact you within 72 hours with any information you need to know for adoption.
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Meet the Pet
Interview and interaction - find the right fit for the family and new pet and a meet if this will be a second dog in the home.
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Sign Adoption Contract
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Pay Fee
We post the adoption fees on our website. Adoption fee specials will be on the home page.
7.
Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
At Parma Animal Shelter, we do not adopt our animals out as gifts or surprises. We believe that adopting a pet is a significant commitment and should be a well-considered decision. Therefore, we reserve the right to refuse any adoption to ensure the best match for both the animal and the adopter.
All of our animals are microchipped, tested for disease, vaccinated, spayed/neutered, treated for fleas and internal parasites, and given lots of loving care during their stay with us. We are dedicated to meeting their medical needs and do our best to socialize them.
If you have questions about any of our cats, please feel free to email us at catadoptions@parmashelter.org. Our volunteers are more than happy to provide information about their personalities and any recommendations for the best home environment possible for each individual animal.
To start the adoption process, you can submit an application by visiting our website parmashelter.org. For cats, please use the following link: https://form.jotform.com/223634976258165. For dogs, questions can be directed to dogadoptions@parmashelter.org, and applications can be submitted here: https://form.jotform.com/230706749163055.
As we get to know our animals better, we will post updates on their behavior in the shelter to assist you in making an informed decision.
Thank you once again for your interest in our dogs and cats. We look forward to helping you find the perfect companion.
At Parma Animal Shelter, we do not adopt our animals out as gifts or surprises. We believe that adopting a pet is a significant commitment and should be a well-considered decision. Therefore, we reserve the right to refuse any adoption to ensure the best match for both the animal and the adopter.
All of our animals are microchipped, tested for disease, vaccinated, spayed/neutered, treated for fleas and internal parasites, and given lots of loving care during their stay with us. We are dedicated to meeting their medical needs and do our best to socialize them.
If you have questions about any of our cats, please feel free to email us at catadoptions@parmashelter.org. Our volunteers are more than happy to provide information about their personalities and any recommendations for the best home environment possible for each individual animal.
To start the adoption process, you can submit an application by visiting our website parmashelter.org. For cats, please use the following link: https://form.jotform.com/223634976258165. For dogs, questions can be directed to dogadoptions@parmashelter.org, and applications can be submitted here: https://form.jotform.com/230706749163055.
As we get to know our animals better, we will post updates on their behavior in the shelter to assist you in making an informed decision.
Thank you once again for your interest in our dogs and cats. We look forward to helping you find the perfect companion.
We are open daily from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00-12 noon.
More about this shelter
Parma Animal Shelter is a dedicated 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to finding permanent homes for stray animals in our community.
As a small, no time-limits shelter, we are proud to operate entirely through the efforts of our passionate volunteers. We do not receive any public funding, which makes the support of our community all the more vital in helping us provide loving care to the animals we shelter.
Throughout the year, we organize various fundraisers to support our mission, and we maintain a wish list of needed items on our website. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our loyal supporters, whose contributions make a significant impact in the lives of so many animals.
If you have any inquiries or would like to learn more about adopting a dog or a cat, please feel free to reach out to us at dogadoptions@parmashelter.org or catadoptions@parmashelter.org.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to helping us provide a safe haven for the animals in Parma.
Parma Animal Shelter is a dedicated 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to finding permanent homes for stray animals in our community.
As a small, no time-limits shelter, we are proud to operate entirely through the efforts of our passionate volunteers. We do not receive any public funding, which makes the support of our community all the more vital in helping us provide loving care to the animals we shelter.
Throughout the year, we organize various fundraisers to support our mission, and we maintain a wish list of needed items on our website. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our loyal supporters, whose contributions make a significant impact in the lives of so many animals.
If you have any inquiries or would like to learn more about adopting a dog or a cat, please feel free to reach out to us at dogadoptions@parmashelter.org or catadoptions@parmashelter.org.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to helping us provide a safe haven for the animals in Parma.
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