When you adopt from the shelter you receive a voucher that helps cover spay or neuter, and 2 shots. If there is any balance, or additional fees, it is the owners responsibility to cover the additional fees. The voucher is only valid for CT residents.
Adoption steps
- Submit Application
dogs are available on adopt a pet, petfinder, facebook and fllyers are distributed locally
- Home Check
email aco@thompsonct.org for an application, home check if necessary, vet check is required
- Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
the initial visit will be with the adopter, then a second visit will be scheduled.
- Interview
I reccomend at least 2 meet and greet with the dog, and everyone in the houshold including children, senior relatives and dogs need to meet
- Approve Application
at this time if necessary a vet appointment will be scheduled for the spay or neuter.
- Pay Fee
Intact animals are $50, and a voucher for assistance to help cover part of the spay or neuter.
Altered animals are up to $150.
- Take the Pet Home
Thompson Animal Control requires a minimum of 2 night foster before adoption.