In an effort to promote the adoption of healthier animals and to help reduce the number of unwanted litters, Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement and the Gaston County veterinarians have agreed to an ADOPTION/MEDICAL CONTRACT for adopted shelter pets to achieve these goals.
For an adoption fee of $90 for canines and $75 for felines, the adopted pet will receive the following services from a
participating Gaston County veterinarian:
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-Routine physical exam
-Worm check & deworming
-Heartworm check (dogs)
-First set of vaccinations only if not given prior by GCACE
Dogs receive (DHLPP): distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvo, & parainfluenza
Cats receive (FVRCP): feline vaccination, rhinotrachetis,
calici, & panleukopena
-Rabies vaccination
-One year license tag
-Mandatory spay or neuter
Adoption Prices:
$90 Canines
$75 Felines
We offer discounted adoption prices for senior citizens and veterans.
Adoption steps
- Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
- Submit Application
Veterinary references will be verified prior to adoption and landlord approval, if applicable.
- Meet the Pet
- Sign Adoption Contract
- Pay Fee
Adoption fee is $90 for dogs and $75 for cats
- Take the Pet Home
Pets can be taken home after spay/neuter surgeries have been completed