START YOUR ADOPTION JOURNEY
Adoption Process & FeesWhen you adopt a pet from Pope Memorial’s Adoption Center, you make a huge impact! You give an animal a lifetime of love and happiness and a place to call home.
Welcome to Pope Memorial Adoption Center
We look forward to helping to match you with your new best friend and supporting you throughout the adoption process. Pope Memorial regularly cares for and houses dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and small animals. The Adoption Center is open Tuesday – Sunday from 10am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 4pm, with the last adoption meet at 3:30pm. (Closed Mondays for staff training and extra animal enrichment). For most pets, adopters can drop-in during our open hours, without needing to schedule an appointment or fill out any paperwork in advance. For pets in foster care (as indicated on their profile), please call to schedule an appointment to meet the pet at Pope Memorial.
All adoptions are on a first come, first served basis.
What to Expect
What the Adoption Includes – Dogs
Dogs & Puppies are spayed and neutered prior to adoption
- Rabies vaccination (if over 12 weeks of age)
- DA2PPv vaccination
- Bordetella (kennel cough vaccine for dogs)
- Initial general de-worming
- Microchip
- Flea/tick treatment
- Negative Heartworm Test (if over 6 months of age)
What the Adoption Includes – Cats
Cats & Kittens are spayed and neutered prior to adoption.
- Rabies vaccination (if over 12 weeks of age)
- FVRCP vaccination
Initial general de-worming - Microchip
- Flea/tick treatment
- FIV/FeLV tests
What the Adoption Includes – Small Mammals
- Rabbits are spayed and neutered
- Rabies vaccination for Ferrets (if over 12 weeks of age)
- Flea/tick/mites treatment as needed
Adoption FAQs
How to I start the adoption process?
Complete an application online or during our walk-in hours.
Is there a fee to submit an adoption application?
No! The adoption application is free and non-committal. It’s just a tool we use to make the adoption process seamless, while ensuring a great match for you and your new pet.
I still have questions. How can I contact someone?
Email is the fastest form of communication right now. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions!
Can I meet the animals before I submit an application?
Most of our cats and small animals can be met prior to completing an adoption application. We welcome you to visit during our open hours! For dog adoptions, we do require an approved application before meet-and-greets.
I don’t see an animal I’m interested in. Should I still complete an application?
Yes! We encourage you to complete an application in advance. You never know when a pet will catch your eye next time you visit our site, and having an approved application will expedite the process for you.
Adoption Fees
Adult Cats | 1 – 10 yrs
$110 +
Additional fees may apply
Senior Cats | 10 yrs & Older
$50 +
Additional fees may apply
Kittens | Under 1 year
$300 +
Additional fees may apply
Adult Dogs | 1 – 8 yrs
$300 +
Additional fees may apply
Senior Dogs | 8 yrs & Older
$150 +
Additional fees may apply
Puppies | Under 1 year
$600 +
Additional fees may apply
Rabbits
$35
Fees vary
Small Rodents
$10 – $65 +
Fees vary
Birds
$15 – $500 +
Fees vary based on type
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