NOTE: WE ARE NOT A SAME DAY ADOPTION SHELTER
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To be considered as an adopter, you must: |
FOR THEIR SAFETY AND THE SECURITY OF THE ANIMALS, AN ADULT MUST ACCOMPANY CHILDREN AT ALL TIMES. WE ASK ALL VISITORS TO NOT PLACE FINGERS OR FACES NEAR THE CAGES.
The least amount of time needed to evaluate an adoption application is 24 hours. An adoption consultation following the review process is scheduled by appointment only. When an applicant rents the place where they reside, a rental agreement form signed by the property owner MUST be provided with the fully completed application BEFORE any animal can be held or the application reviewed. Please understand that no pets are placed into a new home until the staff is convinced the new owner is willing and able to provide a permanent home and responsible care. The standards for making these judgements have been developed through professional training and experience of the staff.
Our present adoption policies are strictly adhered to because we CARE about these animals! When an adoption is not approved, reasons for denial will be provided to the applicant. The applicant may appeal the denial decision in writing to the Shelter Director. The appeal will be reviewed and the applicant notified as to the decision regarding the appeal. We hope that the few applications that are denied will be received as intended, as humane education towards future responsible pet ownership. Again, THANK YOU for coming to the Summit County Animal Shelter. We sincerely hope that your application can be approved and you will choose one of our furry friends to become a permanent member of your family.