5 Steps to Adopt an animal.

1. Begin your selection online.

Here's where you can browse photos and profiles of some of the deserving animals we currently have available for adoption. More animals may be found at our Shelter,
Adopt a

Dog

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Adopt a

Cat

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Adopt other

Animals

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2. Finalize your selection with a Shelter visit.

You must come to the Shelter to adopt. Animals cannot be "reserved" and all animals are subject to prior adoption.
Adoption Center Hours:

Hours vary depending on the time of year. Click here to see details.

3. Complete Your adopter survey.

 To simplify your adoption process, download and complete an Adopter survey before your Shelter visit.

4. Pay The Adoption Fee.

When you take your adopted animal home, you're set. We've already provided spay/neutering, vaccinations, medical care, microchipping, and much more. Learn what we do for dogs. ...for cats.

Adoption fees may vary from time to time and are subject to promotions, discounts, and increases.
Adoption Fees:
Puppy (6 months or less) $250
Adult Dog (7 months to 5 years) $80
Older Dog (5 years to 10 years) $50
Senior Dog (10+ years) Fee Waived


Kitten (6 months or less) $40
Adult Cat (7 months to 10 years) $40
Senior Cat (10+ years) Fee Waived


Patron Pets* $250*
* Patron Pets are those animals (both cats and dogs) that due to breed, size, or public demand, spend very little time in our Adoption Center.


* The higher adoption fee allows us to help those animals that take longer to adopt or require more medical than others.


* Patron Pet Dog adoptions include a 6 month supply of heartworm prevention.


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5. Introduce Your Pet to His New Home.

Now, you're both happy!
Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

Visiting the Dog Park?

Help keep your dog safe. If you see any of the following behaviors, you need to intervene, interrupt, and pull your dog out.
1: Rolling

When one dog makes physical contact with another and knocks into him, causing him to tumble, somersault or roll over.
2: Tucked Tail

When the dog’s tail is so low the base is pressed tight to the anus. The tip of the tail is often under the stomach.
3: Pinning

When one or more dogs has another dog on its side or back for more than 5 seconds.
4: Hiding or Hovering

When the dog spends more than 5 seconds underneath something or hovering near a human. Dog’s tail will be low or tucked.
5: Group Chase

When more than one dog is chasing another dog. This can quickly become out of control.
Download and print a copy of these behavior tips to carry with you. CLICK HERE...
Dog Park safety tips presented with permission from Sue Sternberg.

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Friday, November  24   &   Saturday, November  25
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