Adopting Pets
Every Nose Needs a Home!
Thanks to a cooperative effort with local veterinarians, the Kokomo Humane Society will be able to guarantee that all adopted animals will be spayed or neutered before
they go to their new home. Now, upon approval of the adoption application, the Kokomo Humane Society will make an appointment with the adopter’s chosen veterinarian. The Humane Society will transport the dog or cat to the vet, where the animal will be altered. After completion of the surgery, adopters may pick the animal up at the
vet’s office. This will allow the veterinarian to meet and speak with the adopter.
In the past, our adoption fee did not cover all veterinary fees associated with the spay-neuter surgery. Part of our new agreement with the veterinary community let us pay the cost of the anesthetic and spay or neuter procedure, pre- and
post-operative analgesic, and overnight hospitalization. Your chosen veterinarian will let you know if there will be additional charges for health problems or necessary tests.
Because we will need to pay more for veterinary services, we have posted new adoption fees. Adoption fees for adult dogs and cats will be $115; and puppies and kittens will be $130.
This new process started May 1. We look forward to the security of knowing that none of our adopted animals will contribute to the overwhelming pet overpopulation problem in Kokomo and Howard County by producing unwanted litters. Our thanks
to our veterinary partners for their participation in this worthwhile venture.
In addition to the surgery credit, adoption fees include microchipping and registration, 30 days of ShelterCare Pet Health Insurance, a bag of Hill's Science Diet dog food, a leash, a training DVD, and lots and lots of unconditional love and tail wags.
Pictures of our adoptable dogs, cats, and other animals are now listed on PETFINDER, an online database of animals that are in need of homes. Although we do not list all of the animals we have available, we do provide pictures and information for many. We invite you to take a look at some of our animals on our Petfinder page and also to please visit the Kokomo Humane Society to see all of the wonderful animals seeking lifetime, loving homes.
WAIT! Make the Right Decision BEFORE You Adopt A New Pet
Deciding to get a pet of any kind should be given careful consideration. Pet owners are responsible for their pet's health, safety, and well-being for the duration of the animal's life. Keep in mind that some kinds of pets can live for many years and can be expensive to
care for. Other pets may take a lot of time to groom, train, and exercise. Additionally, some pets require a lot of space or may need special equipment. The Kokomo Humane Society encourages anyone who might be considering a new pet to do the proper research
before getting one. That way, you can decide which pet is best suited for your needs and for your particular lifestyle.
REMEMBER
A successful pet/owner relationship begins with education and preparation.
A successful pet/owner relationship is sustained by commitment and responsibility.
A successful pet/owner relationship ends after a lifetime of companionship, loyalty, AND devotion.
A FEW THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND...
SPAY/NEUTER...The Kokomo Humane Society, like the majority of humane societies and anti-cruelty organizations, must deal first hand with the tragic reality of the pet overpopulation. Across the United
States there are millions of dogs and cats producing millions of puppies and kittens. The majority of these animals will never find homes. Many either die in the wild struggling to survive or are taken to shelters where most likely end up being euthanized
because there are too many and not enough homes available. These animals, through no fault of their own, are victims of a pet population out of control. Therefore, the Kokomo Humane Society, like other animal shelters, now requires all animals to be spayed or neutered before they can be taken home. Spayed and
neutered pets can not add more pets to the pet overpopulation. Reducing the pet overpopulation will help reduce the number of pets that have to be euthanized.
HOLD POLICY...Animals that are up for adoption can only placed on "hold" with a non refundable $25 deposit. We believe that we need to provide the pets with as many opportunities to be adopted as possible.
Since animals on hold would not be available during that time period, we will only keep them on hold for 48 hours.
MISCELLANEOUS ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS...There are some additional adoption requirements which must be met before an application is approved. The shelter staff will be able to discuss these additional requirements at
the time of adoption with each new owner.
