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Adopting a Pet
The Vanderburgh Humane Society does not sell pets. Our pets are placed for adoption, and as with any adoption, you become responsible for this pet for the remainder of its life. Pet ownership is rewarding, but it is also a serious responsibility, therefore potential adopters, must first fill out an application and deliver it to the VHS during our adoption hours in order to adopt an animal from the VHS.
Qualifications & Applications
Adopters must fill out an application and all requirements must be met to be approved for a pet. The VHS is a not-for-profit organization, and we reserve the right to refuse an adoption for any reason. Adopters must be ready and willing to take the animal upon approval of application.
Pet Adoption Wish List
If you can't find the pet you are looking for, download and complete the following adoption wish list. We will notify you when we have a pet available that suits you, so that you may complete an application for adoption.
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Dogs six months of age and older, $100.00
Includes:
First DA2PP vaccination (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza/Parvovirus). Booster shots are required and are the adopter’s responsibility. -
First Bordetella vaccination
Rabies vaccination First de-worming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended) Heartworm test (For dogs over 1 year of age) Temperament Test Flea treatment (as needed) Spay or neuter surgery Avid microchip and national registration Ear cleaning and nail trim if necessary Collar and ID tag Goody Bag Sample bag of food Shelter, food and loving care from the Vanderburgh Humane Society
The total cost of these vaccinations, treatments and procedures is $225 but your adoption fee is only $100.00.
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Puppies under 6 months of age and
Small Breed Dogs, $120.00
Includes:
First DA2PP vaccination (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza/Parvovirus). Booster shots are required and are the adopter’s financial responsibility. -
First Bordetella vaccine
Rabies vaccination (for puppies over 12 weeks) First de-worming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended) Heartworm test (For dogs over 1 year of age) Flea treatment (as needed) Spay or neuter surgery Avid microchip and national registration Ear cleaning and nail trim if necessary Collar and ID tag Goody Bag Sample bag of food Shelter, food and loving care from the Vanderburgh Humane Society
The total cost of these vaccinations, treatments and procedures is $225 but your adoption fee is only $120.00.
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Cats 6 months of age and older, $80.00
Includes:
First FVRCP vaccination (Feline viral Rhinotracheitis/Calici/Panleukopenia). Booster shots are required and are the adopter’s responsibility. Rabies vaccination Feline Leukemia/FIV test (at risk cats) First de-worming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended). Initial flea treatment (as needed) Ear cleaning and nail trim if necessary Spay or Neuter surgery ID tag Avid microchip and national registration Cardboard carrier Sample bag of food Goody bag Shelter, food and loving care from the Vanderburgh Humane Society
The total cost of these vaccinations, treatments and procedures is $225 but your adoption fee is only $80.00.
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Kittens under 6 months of age and
Declawed Cats, $100.00
Includes:
First FVRCP vaccination (Feline viral Rhinotracheitis/Calici/Panleukopenia). Booster shots are required and are the adopter’s responsibility. Rabies vaccination (for cats over 12 weeks of age) Feline Leukemia/FIV test (at risk cats) First de-worming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended). Initial flea treatment (as needed) Ear cleaning and nail trim if necessary Spay or Neuter surgery ID tag Avid microchip and national registration Cardboard carrier Sample bag of food Goody bag Shelter, food and loving care from the Vanderburgh Humane Society
The total cost of these vaccinations, treatments and procedures is $225 but your adoption fee is only $100.00.
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Rabbits, $40.00
Includes:
Spay or neuter surgery Cardboard carrier
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Guinea Pigs, $15.00
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Fees vary for other small animals and birds.
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$25.00 off the adoption of two dogs or cats at the same time to the same household
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VHS Adoption Guarantee:
It is always important to the VHS to ensure that our animals find permanent homes. We encourage adopters to spend as much time with the animal as possible before taking them home. Adopters are welcome to bring in children or pets to determine compatibility. Our adoption counselors are trained to help you find the best match.
If at any time during the next 14 calendar days, beginning with the day of adoption, there is a problem with your new pet, you may return the pet for a refund of half of the adoption fee paid. If you adopted more than one animal and received a discount on the second animal, the refund will be half of the lesser adoption fee paid.
If you are returning an animal within the 14 days for a health reason pertaining to the animal, you may be entitled to a full refund if the return is accompanied by a letter from your veterinarian stating the problem.
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