Adoption Process

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Every animal is seen by our veterinarian for an exam before being placed for adoption, this is included in the adoption fee.

Ruth's Memorial: Vet exam, spay/neuter, microchip, current on age appropriate vaccines, heartworm test (if old enough), heartworm prevention, and deworming.

Princeton's Meow: Vet exam, spay/neuter, microchip, current on age appropriate vaccines, Combo test for FIV/FeLv, flea treatment, and deworming.

Ruth's Memorial: Every dog will need to leave the building in a secured manner such as: leash/collar, harness/collar, Harness Lead (recommended and can be bought during your appointment), or in a travel crate for puppies that cannot yet touch the ground due to their vaccine schedule. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES.

Princeton's Meow:  For the safety and security of every cat and kitten, we require that they be transported from the building in carriers. We offer cardboard carriers for purchase at $10 each to ensure a secure journey to their new homes. 

Ruth's Memorial:  We encourage pet parents to bring their current dog(s) for a meet and greet to facilitate harmonious introductions with our dogs. We do require that you provide documentation of vaccines to ensure a safe interaction. For the safety of all, puppies that have not completed their vaccine series are unable to participate in nose-to-nose meet and greets with other animals. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to conduct cat testing.  Additionally, please note that we do not offer sleepovers due to liability and safety concerns.   

Princeton's Meow: While you cannot bring your current four legged friend to our facility for a meet and greet we provide sleepovers for adult cats under specific circumstances. These include: uncertain experiences with dogs, the presence of another cat at home, or potential severe allergies. Each case is assessed individually to ensure the best match and transition for both the cat and the adopting family. 

At our organization, we do not accept holds or deposits on any animal. Rather than operating on a "first come, first served" basis, we prioritize approved applications that best suit the needs of the animal. This policy ensures that each pet has a fair chance to find their ideal home promptly. Allowing holds or deposits risks delaying the adoption process, potentially causing animals to miss out on opportunities with other potential adopters if plans change.