Blue River Pet Rescue

Your application will be reviewed within 72 hours of submitting. If your adoption application is approved, a member of our team will reach out to schedule an appointment for a meet and greet for you and your family members with the selected pet. Declined adoption applications will receive an email. You must be 19 years or older to adopt a cat or dog. What you'll need to bring Family Members: It's important that the pet you're adopting fits in with your family, so if you have kids, bring them. If you're looking to add another dog, bring your family dogs. Cats take longer to adjust to new family, so we don't recommend cat-dog or cat-cat visits. Dog Adoption: Please bring a leash for your new dog. For the dog's safety & yours, every dog must be leashed when leaving the shelter. What you'll receive Most importantly, you'll get a lifetime of love from your new pet. In addition, you'll receive the following as part of your adoption fee: • A pet that has been well-cared for by our dedicated staff & volunteers • New Pet Adoption Instructions specific to your adopted animal • Spay or neuter surgery (all dogs & cats over 6 months are spayed or neutered prior to adoption) • General health examination • Preliminary vaccinations, including Rabies for Dogs & Feline Leukemia for Cats • Heartworm testing for Dogs & FELV/FIV testing for Cats • Worming for parasites Adoption Fees Dogs: The adoption fee for dogs varies and depends on the dog. The average fee is $150 but can vary depending upon each dog’s situation. Younger dogs are typically $200. Every dog old enough is spayed or neutered, heart-worm tested, receives the DHPP, and Rabies vaccine, is wormed and if needed is treated for fleas and ticks.