Home | Adoption | Adoption Information
Adoption Information
I've found the perfect pet! How do I adopt?
The basic requirements for adoption from the Atlanta Humane Society are as follows:
- You must be at least 18 years of age with positive proof of current residence (on a picture I.D.) If you lease or rent, check with your landlord prior to adoption.
- Certain dogs and/or breed mixes may require yard checks. There must be a fully enclosed 4' to 6' fence.
- If adopting a dog that is 4 months and older Atlanta Humane Society requires you to bring in your dog to meet.
- Any children 5 years of age and under will be required to be present at time of adoption.
- Atlanta Humane Society does not authorized adoptions to be “gifts” please bring the person in mind into the shelter to meet the pet.
- You will be asked to complete a preliminary questionnaire prior to adoption.
NOTE: The Atlanta Humane Society reserves the right to refuse adoption to anyone. We do not hold animals, nor does the submission of the Adoption Questionnaire entitle you to any particular animal.
Please do not try to adopt in a hurry. Weekends are busy and you may have to wait more than an hour, especially in the afternoons, so please be prepared. The Atlanta Humane Society reserves the right to refuse adoptions.
Shop ‘N’ Adopt Wish List
Want to help our Society pets AND save money on your adoption? Now, you can purchase items from this wish list and give them to the Shelter to directly help the animals and those who care for them. In turn, with receipt of purchase, we will give you a discount worth TWICE the amount of your gift, off of your adoption!
You may also purchase items from our Amazon Wish List that will ship right to us. Just bring us your receipt on a Wednesday to receive your adoption discount!
Click here to visit our Shop ‘N’ Adopt Wish List
ADOPTION FEES:
Prices are listed on each individual animal's page. Forms of payment are cash, Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
The adoption fee includes:
- the initial vaccinations and de-worming (applicable to dogs, cats, puppies and kittens) which will have been completed.
- a wellness visit at a local VCA clinic within 14-days of adoption.
- an identifying microchip inserted under the pet's skin (applicable to dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens) with free, initial registration for your pet.
- the surgical sterilization (applicable to dogs, cats, puppies and kittens) of your adopted pet.
There are additional vaccinations required that will be at your expense. The AHS cannot reimburse you for any medical bills you incur. If you have any questions, please ask them during the adoption process. There will be no refunds or exchanges.
Ready to adopt the love of your life? How to find us.