Both Adopters and Fosters are required to complete an application that includes two personal references and a vet reference (if applicable). When reference checks are complete, a home visit will be scheduled for applicants deemed a feasible potential match.
Our adoption fees are age-based; $150 for senior dogs (7 years and older); $175 for dogs 1-6 years; $200 for dogs under 1 year of age.
If you are 65 years or older, the adoption fee is waived when you adopt a senior dog. All Dogs Forever dogs are vaccinated against rabies and distemper/parvo, tested for heartworm and Lyme disease, and are microchipped. They are on heartworm preventative.
All Dogs Forever dogs are spayed or neutered prior to adoption.
Adoption steps
- Meet the Pet
We recommend that potential adopters come to our Safe Place shelter on any Saturday, between 10am and 2pm, to meet our available dogs.
- Submit Application
Potential adopters/fosters over 21 may submit an application online, via snailmail, or in person.
- Approve Application
If your application (with references) is approved, you will be notified. We are all volunteers so please be patient with us.
- Home Check
If you already have other animals, an additional off-site meet & greet may be required to ensure compatibility.
- Sign Adoption Contract
The adoption fee (based upon the dog's age) must be paid when the adoption contract is signed.
- Take the Pet Home
You will be asked to provide our Adoption Committee with updates regarding how your new family member is adapting.