After your interview you will need to fill out an application form and undergo a mandatory trial period of 3 days for dogs, and a suggested trial period for cat adoptions. After this trial period, you will come back into the store to complete paperwork, receive vaccination records and microchip registration.

What is the benefit of adopting a pet from Friends of Animals versus a pet store or breeder?
All of our dogs and cats are vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped. These costs are covered in your adoption fee and are far less than what you would pay at the vet yourself. Most importantly, you will be saving a wonderful animal that could possibly have been euthanized in a shelter!

What will it cost me to adopt a dog or cat and what does the fee include?
Dogs = $115,
Puppies (12 weeks old and under) = $125
Cats = $95
Kittens (12 weeks old and under) = $105

All adoptions include a spay/neuter surgery, up-to-date vaccinations, microchip implantation, and a bag of pet food. Dog adoptions include a collar and a leash; cat adoptions include a carrier.

Am I ready to adopt a pet?
Pets add fun, companionship, and love to our lives, but they’re also a big responsibility. Choosing to add a pet to your family is a very important decision. Sometimes adopting a pet may be too much added responsibility if you’re experiencing other life-changes at the same time. And if you’re adopting for the first time you may be unsure about what to expect. Don’t worry, we can help.

Furburbia offers 6-week dog obedience classes. In addition to our dog obedience classes, we also work very closely with several dog trainers, dog walkers, vets and animal behaviorists that we can refer you to.

Quiz
To help you decide if this is the best time to adopt a pet, take this quiz to assess what’s happening in your life now, and what will happen in the near future.

Check any of the following events that have either occurred in your life in the past six months or that you think may occur in the coming six months.

If you checked “yes” to 4 or more of the above questions, you might be too busy for a puppy or animal that requires a lot of attention and time. Although adopting a pet may still work for you, an adult cat, or well-trained adult dog would probably be more appropriate than a kitten, puppy or active breed dog.

If you checked “yes” to 7 or more of the above questions, you might want to think twice about adopting a new animal. With all the changes and responsibilities in your life right now, you may not have time to care for a new pet. It would probably be better for both you and the pet if you wait until your life settles down a bit.

If you checked “yes” to 11 or more of the above questions, acquiring a pet is NOT a good decision for you at this time.

Bringing home a new pet
Think about what supplies you will need to make your new pet feel at home. Dogs and cats both need bedding, food and water, bowls, and collars. Your dog will need a leash. Adding a cat means adding a litter box and litter. Veterinarians recommend at least one box for every cat in the house (and often say one additional box is a good idea.) Think about toys for both cats and dogs. Having activities will help distract and entertain them while they are assimilating to their new environments.
Crating your new pet is the best way to get him home safely. Once in the home, leave the crate in an accessible area. It serves as an animals “private space” where he can get away from other pets and people. If you are adopting a puppy you’ll want to baby proof the home—much like you would for a toddler. Curiosity can kill a pup or severely injure him, so look for anything that he might be able to chew on, pull off, or knock over.