What type of pets do you get at the Humane Society?
Just about every type of domestic animal comes through our doors. Puppies, dogs, kittens, and cats are the most common, of course. About 25% of our dogs are purebreds. Smaller dog breeds such as Yorkies, Poodles, Maltese, etc., are common, but when they do come in, they get adopted very quickly. Cats such as Persians and Siamese are commonly found at the Humane Society. Rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, iguanas, ferrets, snakes and birds are just some of the other types of animals frequently available for adoption. Horses, goats, pot-bellied pigs, and other types of animals do come in, but not too often.
How do I adopt an animal?
First, you must spend time with the pet in one of our get aquainted rooms. Customer Service Adoption Counselors are available to assist you with the matchmaking process. It is important to make sure you are ready to add a new member to your family by devoting the proper time and vet care . After an adoption application is filled out, see above to complete an application on line. (NOTE: even if you fill out an application from this website, you MUST print it out and bring it to the shelter in order to start the adoption process). Applications completed on line cannot be sent via email. Once the application has been reviewed and approved, a staff person and the adopter go through the additional paperwork and information packet. If your application is approved, you will be able to bring your new forever friend home the same day.
Does it cost to adopt a pet?
Yes. There is an adoption fee. If a person has to pay for a pet, even a nominal amount, he or she is usually more willing to spend money on proper care. Many animals have been brought to the shelter that the person got free-usually out of the newspaper- and is not willing to spend the money for routine care. They tell us that they didn't pay anything for it, so why should they put any money into it? There is no "value" placed on that pet.
How much does it cost to adopt a pet?
Adoption fees vary with each individual pet. Puppies and dogs range from approximately $50-$200. Kittens vary, from $65 to $92. Cats are $30-$75. These pets have received at least one set of booster shots, worming medication, Frontline treatment, are microchipped. The new owner also receives a free vet check-up from one of 87 participating vets in SD, ND and IA, free food samples, and ID tags.
What if I'm looking for a particular pet?
Your best bet in finding that special pet is visiting the shelter on a regular basis, checking our website, or calling regularly. You can also check the pet adoption page on our web site to see some of the pets available for adoption. We do not "HOLD" pets, or give "trial runs". This causes great stress on the animals, and we choose not to offer this type of arrangement. We must give pets the first opportunity to get adoped and potential adopters must spend time with the pet to make sure a good match is made.
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