Tornado’s FAQs

What is The Green Ark’s adoption process?

HOW DO I ADOPT A DOG? Step 1 - Complete an Application The very first thing you need to do if you are interested in adopting through The Green Ark is submit an application. Whether you are interested in a specific pet or you want to get pre-approved for when that perfect puppy comes along... the application gets you started. You can complete an application here. During the application process, we will: Call you to talk about what you are looking for, what your home environment is like, etc. Call your landlord (if applicable) to verify you have permission to have a pet in your home Call your vet (if applicable) to ensure your current pets are up-to-date on vaccinations and in good health Call your personal reference to verify your character and personal history with animals Complete a Home Visit, where an Ark volunteer visits your home to ensure you can provide a safe and healthy environment for you new fur baby Step 2 - Meet & Greet If you haven't met the pet that caught your eye yet, we can schedule a meet & greet. We can do this in a public place like a pet store, in a foster's home, or, preferably, in your home. We can even arrange for a trial overnight if desired. Step 3 - Deposit This can come at any point in the adoption process, but we do require a deposit (typically $100) to take a pet "off the market." Until a deposit is secured, any pet is available for adoption and we will continue to process applications as they come in. Please note, our deposit is fully refundable, transferable to another pet, and applies to your adoption fee. If you are interested in making a deposit, you can do so here. Step 4 - Finalize Last, we finalize the adoption. You will be required to sign a contract assuming liability for your new furry family member You will be supplied with your pet's medical records You will be required to pay your adoption fee (or the remainder of, if you placed a deposit)

What is Tornado’s adoption fee?

$350

Is Tornado good with kids?

Tornado is good with kids under the age of 5 and kids over the age of 5.

Is Tornado good with other animals?

Tornado is good with other dogs. Tornado is not good with cats.

When can I meet Tornado?

As soon as the adoption organization has a chance to review your information, they’ll reach out with next steps and timing.

When can I adopt Tornado?

Time to adopt varies, but typically adoption organizations require an official application prior to adoption. If you’re a match, they’ll reach out with next steps and timing.