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Our Adoption Process

Shelter animals are often special needs cases. We very rarely have “perfect” animals. Due to the needs of our available pets, not all adoptions can be same day adoptions. Taking the time to get to know the pet is key to a successful adoption. Our adoption process is aimed at matching you, your family, and your current pets with our available animals.

Click here for Our Adoption Requirements.

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Click here for Pet Supply Checklists.

 

Once you have selected the companion animal you would like to adopt, the staff member assisting you will share any information about the animal's history and needs. After you have had a conversation about the animal, a staff member will walk you through the following steps:

Step 1: Screening Application

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***Completing an application does NOT guarantee an approved adoption.***

 

Upon completion, a staff member will confirm that you are in good standing with the Humane Society of the Palouse, and that the provided housing information is correct. A staff member will call your landlord to confirm the animal is being adopted into a welcoming environment. If you are a homeowner, the staff member will request to see proof of homeownership. This can be provided easily with a copy of a water or sewer bill.

 

The screening process includes:

  • Completed Application

  • Proof of Address

  • Legal Form of ID

  • Rental Agreement or Proof of Homeownership

 

***If there is already a canine in your home, we require an introduction between your current dog and any dog(s) you are interested in adopting prior to approving your application.***

Step 2: Adoption Contract

 

Once your information has been confirmed and your application is approved, the staff member will have you fill out our adoption contract. We will also have you fill out the microchip registration form for your pet.  Each adoption comes with one year of free registration. HSoP uses Home Again microchips for all of our animals.

Step 3: Review Medical History

 

Next, staff will review your pet’s current health history and discuss proper pet care.

 

Each pet adopted from HSoP receives the following care prior to adoption:

  • Spay or Neuter

  • Microchip Implantation and Registration

  • Rabies Vaccine (if old enough to receive)

  • Dewormer (Strongid)

  • DAPPVL Vaccine (for canines)

  • Bronchicine Vaccine (for canines)

  • FVRCP Vaccine (for felines)

Step 4: Pay Adoption Fee

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Adoption fees vary by type of animal. Our adoption fees include immunization, microchipping, deworming, sterilization, and any other medical care required prior to adoption. Below are our current adoption fees:

Feline Adoption Fee (any age):

Second Feline Adoption within 6 Months: 

Canine Adoption Fee (any age):

Second Canine Adoption within 6 Months:

Small Animal Adoption Fee:

$95.00

$47.50

$135.00

$67.50

$30.00

Adoption Fees

Step 5: Take Your New Pet Home!

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Bring your furry friend home with you! We offer a seven day trial period with any new 

pets to ensure they're a great fit. After seven days, we will mail you your pets’ rabies 

certificate, rabies tag, and microchip tag.

Requirements

Our Adoption Requirements

  • HSoP reserves the right to refuse adoption to anyone for any reason.

  • Adoptions are based on a “best match” basis, not first come first serve. 

  • Adopters must have a completed and approved application.

  • Adopters must be 18 years of age or older. If the adopter still lives at home, they must have permission from the homeowner (parents, etc.) in order to be approved for adoption.

  • Adopters must provide government-issued identification. 

  • Adopters must provide proof of address. 

  • All adoptions must take place in person. 

  • All cats and kittens must go home in a secure pet carrier. Adopters are welcome to bring their own or use an HSoP cardboard carrier.

  • HSoP will not approve an adoption until receiving confirmation from the adopter’s landlord.

  • HSoP will not adopt out animals who will be “outdoor-only”.

  • HSoP will not adopt animals out as “gifts” for friends or family members who have not met the animal in person. We do offer gift certificates which can be purchased in any amount and applied toward adoption fees of HSoP approved adoptions.

  • HSoP reserves the right to deny adoption if the adopter plans to declaw an adopted feline.

  • HSoP will only place an animal on “hold” for up to 24 hours if there is an approved application on file.

    • We will not place animals on "hold" if they are less than one year of age. ​

  • HSoP encourages all members of the household to interact with the pet before adoption is finalized.

Pet Supply Checklists

Checklist

Recommended items for dogs: ​

  • Food and water bowls

  • Food (wet and/or dry)

  • ID tag with phone number​

  • Hard plastic carrier or metal crate

  • Nail clippers

  • Dog bed

  • Brush or comb

  • Poop baggies/pooper scooper

  • Doggy Shampoo and conditioner

  • Variety of treats

    • Small biscuits, rawhide, etc.​

  • Variety of toys

    • A ball, rope, chew toys, puzzle feeders, etc.​

  • Owned dogs in the city of Moscow are required to have a City License. We recommend licensing your dog at HSoP or the Moscow Police Department after your seven day foster period.

Recommended items for cats: ​

  • Food and water bowls

  • Food (wet and/or dry)

  • ID tag with phone number​

  • Hard plastic carrier

  • Nail clippers

  • Cat bed

  • Brush or comb

  • Litter box and scooper

  • Kitty litter

  • Variety of treats​​

  • Variety of toys

    • Crinkles, stuffed toys, bells, wand toys, cat nip, etc.​

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