Our Adoption Process: Finding the Perfect Match

At Paws For Life Animal League, we believe every adoption should be a perfect fit—for both the pet and their new family. Our thorough adoption process ensures that every animal finds a loving, responsible home where they will thrive.

🐶 Step 1: Meet Your Potential New Best Friend
Prospective adopters are encouraged to visit our shelter to meet the animals in person. During your visit, our team will discuss in depth whether a particular pet is the right match for your home and lifestyle. You can then spend time with the animal through a meet-and-greet session, which may include:
✔ Taking them for a walk
✔ Playing with them in our outdoor yard
✔ Spending one-on-one quiet time in a designated area

📝 Step 2: Application & Verification
If you’ve found a furry friend who feels like the right fit, you’ll complete a simple application and questionnaire to help us learn more about your home and lifestyle. Our team will then:
✔ Verify application details
✔ Contact references
✔ Call landlords (if renting) to confirm pet policies
✔ Assess compatibility based on our discussions and your application

🏡 Step 3: The Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period
Before finalizing the adoption, your new pet will go home with you for a minimum 7-day foster period. This allows you and the pet to adjust, ensuring it’s truly the best fit for both of you. During this time, the animal remains the property of the shelter, and all terms of the foster agreement must be met. If necessary, the foster period may be extended, especially for pets awaiting vaccinations or spay/neuter surgery.

✅ Step 4: Finalizing the Adoption
After the foster period, if everything is going well and you’re ready to make it official, we’ll complete the final adoption paperwork. You will receive:
✔ All medical records and pertinent information
✔ Confirmation that your pet is spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated
✔ A lifetime of love and companionship!

At Paws For Life, we are committed to setting both our animals and adopters up for success. Our thorough process ensures that every pet finds their forever home, and every adopter finds a loving, well-matched companion.

🐾 Looking to adopt? Visit us today and start the journey toward finding your perfect match!