All applicants must be 21 years of age and produce a valid photo ID.
All adoptions require a completed application, either online or in person at the shelter.
Three references are required - nonrelated to the applicant, and not of the same household.
Vet references will be contacted and verified.
A spay/neuter deposit of $75 will be required on any puppy or kitten that is adopted that hasn't meet the age requirement for surgery.
All dogs/puppies adoption fees cover the spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations including rabies, are microchipped, have been dewormed, heartworm tested (if older than 7mos.), have received flea/tick treatments, and starter food.
All cats/kittens adoption fees cover the spay/neuter surgery, FVRCP vaccinations including rabies, are microchipped, have been dewormed, feline leukemia tested (if older than 6mos.), have received flea/tick treatments, and starter food.
Note: Annual boosters are required and are the adopter's financial responsibility.
Adoption steps
- Submit Application
You may complete an online application by visiting https://www.daslakeoftheozarks.com/adoption-application
- Approve Application
Please allow 24-48 hours for our staff to process your application.
- Meet the Pet
Once your application is approved, we will set up an appointment to do a meet and greet with the pet and any current canines in the home.
- Sign Adoption Contract
After a successful meet and greet, the signing of the adoption contract and additional forms will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.
- Pay Fee
We accept cash, check, and debit/credit cards. Please note that a processing percentage will be added to all debit/credit card transactions.
- Take the Pet Home
We would like to take a picture of you and your new furbaby to include on our Alumni Board as they embark on their new forever home!