Adoption

It is our sincere wish to match each of the dogs and cats in our programs with families that are a perfect match for each of them.  We want our animals and our adopters to be happy with each other forever.  We try to get to know potential adopters and counselt hem to help them find the pefect dog or cat for their family.  The following is an overview of our adoption process:

1. Meeting with the dog or cat. The potential adopter needs to meet the dog or cat in person to see if they are truly interested in adopting.  This can take place at onr of our adoption events, at the foster parent’s house, or at the potential adopter’s house.  Just give us a call to set up a meeting.
2. Adoption Application. The potential adopter must complete our adoption application.  This provides us with basic information about the household dthat is helpful in determining whether or not the animal will be a good match.
3. Screening. Once we have received the application, the program coordinator screens the application and does the reference checks.
4. Home visit. All applicants are subject to a home visit.  Home visits are made on a random basis following or prior to an adoption.  This allows the applicant, the fosterer and the program coordinator to see how the dog or cat reacts to the new home and how they interact with all members of the family.
5. Approval and transfer. If all parties (applicant, fosterer and program coordinator) are in agreement that it seems like a good match, an adoption fee of $75 is collected and an adoption contract is signed by the applicant and hte PAWS adoption counselor and the adoption is finalized.
6. Follow-up. Follow-up calls to the adopters are done to make sure that things are going smoothly and to assist with any problems or concerns.  If at any time a placement does not work o ut, for whatever reason, the dog or cat MUST BE RETURNED to PETS ARE WORTH SAVING (PAWS).