Our Adoption Process

Adopting a new friend from the Elk County Humane Society is really very simple.  All you have to do is fill out our application for the dog or cat you are interested in.  This can be done right at the shelter or by filling it out using the link on the right hand side of this page.  The application contains some questions to help us get to know you better.  You will be asked to supply your veterinarian for a quick reference check.  Don't panic new pet owners!  Don't have a vet yet?  Supply a few non-family references that can vouch for your ability to care for an animal.  When the paperwork is all done a "meet and greet" with other family dog(s) will be encouraged.  Once everything is approved, we will fill out the paperwork to make it all official, unless the pet is not yet spayed or neutered then they will be put on foster until they are fixed.  If it doesn't work out, don't worry!  We offer a 90 day return policy where your adoption fee will be refunded if your new pet turns out to not be the best fit.  All dog adopters must leave the shelter with either a yearly or lifetime license before adopting their new best friend.  Easy, right?

Featured Cat and Dog

Adoption fees are waived for kitties and dogs are half off with an approved application.

2 YEARS OLD | SPAYED FEMALE | DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR

Salem was brought to the shelter after her original owner was no longer able to care for her.  This pretty lady mostly keeps to herself, but doesn't mind some attention from time to time on her own terms.  She is a huge fan of fluffy, comfy beds, and treats!  Salem would do best as the only kitty in the home.

4 YEARS OLD | NEUTERED MALE | LAB MIX


Teddy was brought to the shelter after being found as a stray. This handsome, happy-go-lucky guy is all about that adventure! His three great loves are food (of course!), playtime, and snuggle time. Teddy is looking for a family that loves being on the move as much as he does, though he would prefer it if he were the only dog in the home. As long as he's with you, he's happy!

Adoption Applications

Please note that our adoption form cannot be filled out on a mobile device.  The form will not register in our system and must be filled out using a computer.

 

Adoption Donation

Dogs: 
Puppies (1 Year and Under); $220

Adults; $180

 

Cats:
Kittens (1 Year and Under); $105
Adult Cats; $90

* Remember: Adoption donations include the animals' distemper, bordetella, and rabies vaccine, as well as their spay or neuter, flea treatment, deworming and microchip.  It also allows us to keep helping animals in need.

 

Senior/Military Discount

The Elk County Humane Society offers a $25 discount on all adoption fees for both seniors 55 years and older, as well as active, reserve and retired veterans.  This discount cannot be combined with any other adoption special or discount.  A valid photo ID must be proved in order to qualify.