Adopt

Adopt a Pet in Shelby County Ohio

All adoptions must be approved by the Shelby County Animal Shelter Staff. When inquiring about adoption you will be required to complete an application and provide one of the following:

• If you own your home you will need to supply the first page of your homeowners insurance policy known as the Declarations Page.
• If you rent you will be required to supply a copy of your lease or a letter from your landlord allowing for the pet being adopted.

Shelby County Animal Shelter Current Adoption Fee’s

Dog: $50.00 includes DHPP, Bordetella, and current tag
Dog: $100.00 if spayed or neutered by shelter, includes shots and current tag
Cat/Kitten: $45.00 if spayed or neutered by shelter, includes shots
Cat/Kitten: $15 not spayed or neutered, includes shot

How to Adopt

Step #1: Search

Search our shelter to find your next BFF

Step #2: Visit

Before you visit, please call us to schedule a time where we can be sure to give you the best time and attention.

Step #3: Adopt

Once you find your new furry friend, we will need some information to make sure things will be a good fit.