Adoption Fees

Cats & Kittens
Kittens: under 6 months – $80
Adult Cats: 6 months to 8 years – $55
Lovables Cats – $30
Heritage Cats – $400
Working Cats – waived fee
Satellite Location Kittens: under 6 months – $100
Satellite Location Cats – $75

Dogs & Puppies
Puppies: under 6 months – $285
Adult Dogs: 6 months and older – $150
Adult Lap Dog: small breed, under 20lbs – $285
Heritage Adoption – $400
Lovables – $100

*Satellite Locations
PetSmart – Taylor and Woodhaven stores
Pet Supplies Plus – Dearborn and Taylor stores

 

Adoption Special: Lovables

These are exceptional dogs and cats that are “diamonds in the rough”.  They may have never felt the love of a human.  They may have lived on the end of a chain or in a cage and never experienced living in a house. They may be strong and very active dogs or timid and under socialized cats  As a result, these dogs and cats will need more patience, compassion and understanding to help them shine. With a little extra TLC, these deserving animals will give back more than humanly possible. Typically, these are dogs & cats who have been patiently waiting for their forever homes for longer than our other guests. This includes senior pets and those pets with special needs. For some reason unbeknownst to staff and volunteers, they are overlooked, even though they will make wonderful pets. They have won our hearts. Please give them a chance to win yours.
  • Lovables adoption fee for cats is $30
  • Lovables adoption fee for dogs is $100.

Working Cats:

These are displaced outdoor cats or cats that are so under socialized, living as the typical companion cat is not their cup of tea.  With some acclimation, they can learn their keep doing rodent control in a barn or warehouse type environment.  All fees are waived for these fabulous felines.

Heritage Adoptions:

This fee applies to some purebred or high demand adoptable dogs and cats. The money raised by Heritage adoptions helps us care for and treat many other pets who need longer or more extensive care before they can be adopted. We provide valuable care and treatment for thousands of animals every year and they all are important to us. The Heritage adoptions play an integral role in providing a heritage of care for those animals who are harder to place in loving homes. Adoption fee includes our valuable package of sterilization, microchip and age appropriate vaccinations.
  • Purebred dogs and cats
  • High demand dogs
  • $400 fee

Adoption Special: Military Veterans

First, Thank You for Your Service!
To qualify for Veteran Adoption Programs you must be able to provide one of the following forms of identification:
  • Military ID
  • DD 214
  • VA ID card
  • Veteran endorsement on your drivers license
FAMD Veteran Adoption Program
Approved veterans will qualify for the following discounts for a companion animal.
  • $50 Adult Dog Adoption Fees (not including puppies, lapdogs or heritage)
  • $5 Adult Cat Adoption Fees (not including kittens or heritage)

 

Additional Partnerships:

 

 

Your Adoption Includes:

  • Forever Friend – priceless
  • Basic medical exam
  • Behavior assessment
  • Spay or neuter
  • Microchipping & Lifetime Microchip Registration
  • ID tag
  • Age-appropriate vaccinations
  • Fecal/ Worming
  • Heartworm Test/Screening (Dogs 6 months old and older)
  • Transportation box (cats only)
  • Cat Comforter (cats only)
  • Collar (dogs only)
  • Leash (dogs only)
  • Adoption counselors to help you find the right companion animal for your family, home, and lifestyle
  • A value of over $300 for cats and over $450 for dogs

The Friends recommend that if you are adopting a new cat or kitten, the feline be tested for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus ( FIV), especially if there are already cats in the home. We offer the test for $20.00 at the time of adoption (a value of $45.00). Cats that are available for adoption at our offsite Cat Centers have been tested for these viruses and the cost is included in the adoption fee.

 

Additional Products and Services Available

The Friends offer the following additional products and services to care for your new family member. Please inquire during the adoption process:
  • Testing for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
  • Informational handouts on companion animal care and behavior issues
  • VCA Animal Hospitals – Adopters receive a free first visit at a local VCA Animal Hospital location of their choice, and up to $250 in credit.
  • PetFirst Healthcare Insurance – Adopters are entitled to an introductory Pet Insurance offer from PetFirst Healthcare for free the first 30 days. The Friends recommend that adopters register immediately so the pet is covered for unexpected illness or injury while acclimating to their new home. Pet insurance will not cover pre-existing conditions. Coverage begins immediately following activation. This includes:

– $1,000 of accident/illness coverage, $500 per incident.
– 100% reimbursement after a $50.00 deductible.
– Use any licensed veterinarian, emergency clinic or specialist nationwide.

For more information call PetFirst Healthcare at 1-866-937-PETS (7387)

Next Steps
Visit our adoptable pets or learn more about the adoption process.

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