Houston-area animal shelters continue to remain overcrowded with stray animals. If you want to help our shelters, then it might be time to adopt a pet just in time for the holidays. So, how can you do it?
The Adoption Process
Some Houston-area shelters to adopt your new furry friend include BARC, Houston SPCA, Harris County Pets, Houston Humane Society, and Citizens for Animal Protection. Fort Bend County’s animal shelter is also dealing with overcrowding issues and looking for people to adopt pets. You’ll need to come in person to adopt an animal at one of these shelters and must be 18-years-old with a valid, government issued photo ID. Before you adopt your pet, make sure to prepare your home and check for safety issues, talk to other family members about responsibilities, make sure other pets in your home are fully vaccinated, and find a vet if you don’t have one.
The Adoption Fees
Adoption fees vary from shelter to shelter. At BARC, seniors 60 years and older can adopt a dog or cat for only $2.
- Kittens: $20 - $90.
- Puppies: $75 - $195
- Cats: $2 - $55
- Dogs: $2 - $110
After You Adopt
You should take your new pet to a vet within 72 hours of adoption, so they can get a thorough physical examination. Some shelters like BARC offer treatment for pets within two weeks of adoption if they become sick.
Have you adopted a pet recently? What was your experience like? Email me.
