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Adoption fees are as follows:  

Dogs are $190.00.

This fee includes:

  • spay or neuter
  • vaccines
  • de-worming
  • heartworm, Lyme, and E. Canis blood testing
  • microchipping

Cats are $85.00.

This fee includes:

  • spay or neuter
  • vaccines
  • de-worming
  • Feline Leukemia & FIV blood testing
  • microchipping


For further information call the main shelter at (717) 993-3232.
  • The adoption application process usually takes 7 to 10 working days.
  • The process consists of filling
    out an adoption application, making an appropriate animal selection, and verifying the application information.
  • There will be a home visit as part of the adoption process.
  • Once the application is approved, then the adopter is contacted and arrangements are made to complete the adoption contract and take their new pet home.
  • While we do welcome out-of-state applicants, we highly encourage you to look around at your local shelters to see what they may have to offer before contacting us.
  • We do not "ship" our animals.
  • Please keep in mind that it is best to pay us a visit first as we cannot guarantee how
    long an animal will remain available for adoption.
  • It's probably a good idea to call in advance of your visit to check and see if an animal you
    have seen on this website is still available.
  • People who have applied in person will be
    considered first
  • Puppies & Kittens must be at least 6 months old to be adopted into a family with children under 6 years old.
  • You must be at least 21 years of age to adopt.
  • We do accept second and third applications on an animal.
  • Animal Rescue, Inc. reserves the right to refuse an adoption to anyone for any reason.
  • Your patience is appreciated as we receive many applications each day.

 


 
Cost Comparison: A "Free" Pet From The Shelter vs. A Pet Adopted From ARI
Pet Owner Expenses Cat or Dog for FREE ARI Adopted Pet
Initial Adoption Fee Free $85-$190
Spay/Neuter Surgery $40-$250 included
General Health Exam $30-$40 included
Microchipping $40-$80 included
Distemper Vaccines $20-$65 included
Canine Bordetella $20-$25 included
Rabies Vaccine $20-$25 included
De-Worming / Fecal $15-$35 included
Cats: Felv & FIV blood test $30-$100 included
Dogs: Heartworm, Lyme & E. Canis blood test $30-$100 included
FrontLine Plus, Advantage, Heartgard Plus $10-$50 included
Leash, Collar, ID tags (3 total) $10-$40 included
Training advice $25-$50 per hour included
Love, Attention, Exercise, Health Care, Proper Nutrition, Supplies & Socialization until adoption Priceless included
Total Costs to the New Pet Owner $290-$860 $85-$190