On the left of the screen are pictures of adoptable animals currently in foster care or posted on behalf of private owners and rescuers! Click on them to view additional images and detailed descriptions, and don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to find out more about any of our adoptables. See an animal on our website that you are interested in adopting?
1. Fill out an adoption application and be approved
2. Meet the animal
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2. Meet the animal
1. Fill out an adoption application and be approved
3. Adopt!
Your purrfect pet not posted?
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Did you know...?
How much does adoption cost? In our efforts to find homes for each and every foster animal, PET Projects does not currently have a set adoption fee; we simply ask for a minimum $30 donation to help cover costs incurred during the fostering process, which are outlined for your information in the next paragraph. 100% of every adoption donation goes directly toward helping the next abandoned animal in need!
Have the foster animals received medical care? While we cannot guarantee their health, PET Project insures that all animals that are old enough are spayed ($135.00*) or neutered ($67.00*) before leaving our care. De-worming and de-fleaing are a standard practice (approx. $20* for every month in foster care), and other general expenses MAY include a Feline Leukemia test ($56.60*) and veterinary exams ($28.25* each). Any foster animal with obvious medical issues will receive lab tests and treatments as advised by the veterinarian (costs vary). (Unless otherwise noted in the pet's description, our foster animals do not receive vaccinations while in our care). *Prices reflect local average costs
How do I adopt? If you are interested in taking one of our precious adoptables into your home, the first step is filling out an adoption questionnaire. Once the application is received, PET Projects will review the document, contact your references, and may ask for a phone or in-person adoption interview, especially if more than one application has been received for a specific animal. If approved, you will have the chance to meet your potential pet. If you decide the original pet is not a good match for your family, we can keep your application on file so you can chose another adoptable when the 'right one' comes along. PET is very serious about the application process and making sure that every foster animal finds the best possible home for its size, special needs and personality. To adopt an animal listed for an owner or private rescuer, you do not need to fill out an application; please contact the owner or private rescuer directly in the manner specified in the animal's description.
How long will it take to know if my adoption application is approved? Please keep in mind that PET Projects is run entirely by volunteers, and allow 3 to 5 days for your application to be processed.
Do I have to sign any kind of adoption agreement? Yes; click here to view a sample of the document.
What if I adopt an animal that turns out to not be a good fit for my family? All pets require a period of adjustment to get used to new surroundings, new people and new animals. However, on occasion there are circumstances that require animals to be returned to PET Projects care, such as unexpected allergies or dangerous aggression from other household pets. These situations are dealt with on a case-by-case basis, with the safety and emotional well-being of the animal kept as the highest priority.
Where does PET Projects get its foster animals? Most of our animals are rescued after being abandoned by their owners. Some are kittens who have been born in the wild but humanely trapped from colonies and socialized by their foster parents. Under special circumstances, PET may also taken on animals who are surrendered for reasons such as their owner's health, living or financial situation. Some of the animals on our website are not foster animals; it is noted in their descriptions that they have been posted as a courtesy to owners or private rescuers. These animals have not been assessed by PET Projects, and adoptions are handled between the owner/rescuer and adopter.
What happens to animals that are not readily adopted? Any animal 'taken on' by PET Projects stays in foster care until they are adopted, no matter how long it takes. No animal will be euthanized except in cases where illness or injury makes it the only humane choice.