Requirements
Because we care so much about the safety and well-being of every shelter pet, we have certain requirements of individuals wishing to adopt.
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Valid photo identification, such as a current Driver’s license, State identification card or United States passport, is required.
- Proof of current address, such as a recent utility bill is required.
- If you rent, your landlord must allow pets. We will contact your landlord before your application is approved to verify this information.
- Any other dogs or cats living in your home must have current rabies vaccinations and County license tags.
- If you plan to keep the dog outside, you must have a fenced yard and a location where the dog can seek shelter from the sun and rain. An Animal Care Officer will visit your home to verify this before approving your application.
- Certain breeds may require a home visit by an Animal Care Officer before an application is approved. These breeds include, but are not limited to Pit Bull, Akita, Doberman, Rottweiler, Cocker Spaniel, Dalmatian, and Chow.
- There may be other requirements depending on the specific dog or cat you want to adopt.
How to apply
You can visit either the Fort Lauderdale or Pompano Beach Animal Center to fill out an Adoption Application. Or, you can save time by printing off the application at home and completing it in advance of visiting the shelter.
Special Note:
In addition to our current selection of adoptable pets, you may also view our lists of Lost Dogs and Cats who are waiting to be reunited with their owner.
During this “hold/wait” time, you may place a $20 non-refundable deposit on a Lost Dog or Cat.
If the pet is not claimed by his owner, you will be notified by us. At that time you can come in, finalize the adoption and take your new best friend home with you!
If the owner does comes to claim their dog or cat, you may transfer the $20 deposit to another pet.
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