Adoption Center
Find Your Companion.
Adoption Requirements
Visit our adoption center and be prepared to fall in love. Our counselors will help find the right animal for you.
Must be at least 18 years old
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID
Bring proof of address
Cat Adoption Cost
$125 Cats
older than five months
All cats seven years and older have fee-waived adoptions.
$200 Kittens
younger than five months
Fee waived for a second kitten adopted within 30 days.
Dog Adoption Cost
$175 Dogs
$400 Puppies
younger than five months
Take our online Puppy Parent Orientation and pass the quiz to receive 50% off puppy adoption fees.
*Written landlord approval or proof of home ownership may be requested. We may ask for all household members to attend the adoption.
At the time of adoption, San Francisco residents pay a $28 San Francisco dog-license fee.
If you’d like to conduct an introduction with your resident dog, please bring your dog to your appointment.
Free for Military
All animals are free for adoption with proof of veteran or active duty military status.
Adoption Resources
You can access helpful information and expert guidance here.