To adopt an animal you must:
Be at least 18 years old. Provide verifiable identification.
Provide exercise, food, water, shelter, vaccinations, medical care, grooming, identification, care and love for your new pet.
If you rent, provide permission for a pet from the owner or manager of your rental unit.
Adhere to state and local ordinances relating to animal care and control.
Complete an adoption application.
Adoption fees for dogs include surgical sterilization, heartworm test (for dogs over 6 months), first distemper/parvo vaccination, deworming (as needed), flea prevention, rabies vaccination (if appropriate), microchip and a one-year license (for El Dorado County Residents).
Adoption fees for cats include surgical sterilization, first distemper vaccination, deworming (as needed), flea prevention, rabies vaccination (if appropriate) and a microchip. We do not test for feline leukemia and feline aids.Adoption steps
- Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
- Meet the Pet
- Submit Application