Adoption Policies
IMPORTANT: We require that an adoption application be submitted prior to meeting our cats and dogs. You may apply in person at the rescue if you have not done so already online.
Please take a moment to read our adoption policies below. If you have any questions, e-mail — [email protected] or call 717-993-3232.
1. We do not do same day adoptions.
2. You must be at least 21 years of age to adopt.
3. We adopt to areas that are north of Baltimore, South of Harrisburg, east of Gettysburg and west of Lancaster.
4. We do not ship our animals.
5. All animals in the applicant’s household must be spayed/neutered.
6. There will be a home visit for dog adoptions. There may be a home visit for cat adoptions.
7. We do not allow our cats to be declawed. You must sign a “no declaw” agreement.
8. Puppies and kittens must be at least 6 months old to be adopted into a family with children under 6 years old.
9. We believe in seniors for seniors! Our goal is to place pets in lifelong forever homes and assist potential adopters in finding their best match by completing age-appropriate adoptions.
10. All applications received will be processed with the best interests of the animal in mind, and to ensure a successful adoption for your family.
11. After your application has been received, it will be sent to our committee for processing.
12. The Adoptions Team will contact the applicant with any questions necessary should they need clarification.
13. The Adoptions Team will contact the applicant to set up a meet and greet with the desired animal.
14. All members of the household must meet with the animal prior to the final adoption. We are unable to accommodate large groups. If you intend on bringing more than those listed on your application, they may have to wait in the front office until your tour has been completed.
15. It is a requirement of the rescue for ALL current dogs in the household to meet with the selected dog. If you are applying for a dog at an off-site adoption event, you must be willing to travel to the main rescue in New Freedom, PA with your current dog (if applicable) to meet as well for the adoption day.
16. Animal Rescue, Inc reserves the right to refuse an adoption to anyone for any reason. All adoption decisions are confidential and final.
Adoption Fees
Puppy (6mos. or less): $375
Dog: $250
Dog 8+ years old: $110
Kitten/Cat: $120
FIV/FeLV+ Cat: Fee Waived
Feral Barn Cat: Fee Waived
Dog: Spay/Neuter, Vaccines (Rabies, Distemper [initial vaccine and booster] and Bordetella [initial vaccine and booster]), testing for Heartworm, Lyme and ehrlichiosis, first dose of Heartworm, flea and tick preventative, deworming, microchip, ID tag = a value of ~$500.
Cat: Spay/Neuter, Vaccines (Rabies and Distemper [initial vaccine and booster]), testing for FIV and FeLV, flea and tick preventative, deworming, microchip, ID tag = a value of ~$370