Knox

At Martin County Humane Society, our animals come to us through abandonment or surrender, and we are committed to finding them the best possible forever homes. To ensure a great fit, we carefully assess each pet’s temperament and observe how they interact with children, adults, and other animals. Because we prioritize thoughtful, lasting adoptions, our process is thorough rather than instant. To help streamline your experience, we encourage you to complete paperwork online in advance and share your preferences with us. The first step is to fill out our adoption interest form, which is required as part of the adoption contract. Once submitted, our team will review your information and respond as soon as possible. This can be found on our website at www.martincountyhumane.org. Adoption Fees: Cats – $45 Large Dogs – $100 Small Dogs & Puppies – $150 (No sales tax) Included Veterinary Care for Dogs: Heartworm Test & Treatment – Screens for heartworm disease and provides treatment if needed. Lyme Disease Test & Treatment – Checks for Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, and treats if positive. Anaplasmosis Test & Treatment – Detects anaplasmosis, another tick-borne illness, and treats if needed. Canis Test & Treatment – Screens for ehrlichiosis, a bacterial infection from ticks, and provides treatment if necessary. Rabies Vaccine – Protects against the fatal rabies virus, required by law. Flea & Tick Treatment – Prevents and eliminates flea and tick infestations. Worm Treatment – Treats common intestinal parasites like roundworms and hookworms. DAPP/Lepto Vaccine – Protects against canine distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, and leptospirosis. Bordetella Vaccine – Helps prevent kennel cough, a contagious respiratory disease. Microchip – A permanent form of identification to help reunite lost pets with their owners. Spay/Neuter – Prevents unwanted litters and provides health benefits. Puppy Vaccination Series – Young dogs receive age-appropriate vaccines to build immunity. Included Veterinary Care for Cats: Rabies Vaccine – Protects against rabies, a fatal virus, and is required by law. FeLV Vaccine – Protects against feline leukemia virus, which weakens the immune system. FVRCP Vaccine – Defends against three common feline viruses: feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. FIV/FeLV Test – Screens for feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV), which can affect a cat’s long-term health. Microchip – A permanent form of identification to help lost cats return home. Spay/Neuter – Helps control overpopulation and provides health benefits. Dewormers – Eliminates intestinal parasites that can cause health issues. Flea & Tick Treatment – Protects against fleas and ticks, which can spread diseases. Your adoption fee helps provide these services, ensuring your new pet gets a healthy start in their new home!