Policies & Fees

Canine Adoption Fees - effective 6/1/22

Stray or Surrendered Dogs

$550 for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months
$500 for puppies 7 to 12 months
$450 for dogs 1 to 4 years
$350 for dogs 5 to 8 years
$250 for dogs 9 years and older

Seniors and special needs are priced individually.
Special breeds and purebreds are priced individually.

Happy Traveler – Out of State Rescue Dogs

$550 for all out of state rescues under 1 year
$500 for all out of state rescues over 1 year
Happy Traveler seniors, special needs, special breeds and purebreds priced individually.

Gold Adoptions – Purebred Dogs

Special breeds and purebreds priced individually.

Adoption fees are subject to change. Please call the shelter for an accurate price.

All of our adoptable dogs have been:

  • spayed/neutered

  • Heart worm and tick-borne disease tested and current on preventatives

  • vaccinated for rabies (if over 12 weeks old) and distemper

  • treated for internal/external parasites

To be qualified to adopt a puppy or dog from RPC you must agree to the following:

  • Provide training and keep the animal under control at all times.

  • Dogs will not be allowed to roam freely off your property.

  • The use of runners or electric/underground fencing shall not be used.

  • The dog will not be tied or tethered at any time as a means for elimination or for exercise.

You must not have ever surrendered a pet to a shelter.

An approved application is required to schedule a meet and greet with a dog. The application includes the following:

  • Personal information: name, address, phone number, etc…

  • Landlord’s permission, if you rent your home. Large breed dogs will only be given to home owners with large outdoor spaces.

  • Information about pets in your home. All dogs and cats must be current with their rabies and distemper vaccinations.

  • Name and phone number of the veterinarian that treats your pets. (Please contact your vet to give permission to discuss your vet history).

  • Two non-family references with daytime phone numbers.

The information on the application will be verified before it is ratified. The approval process can take up to a week if references or the veterinarian cannot be reached immediately. Notification is made by phone and an appointment will be scheduled.

Click the application button below to be considered for approval. 

Responsible Pet Care reserves the right to deny any applicant that does not meet the adoption requirements, or is perceived to be a threat to the health and well-being of our animals.