Since 1964, Franklin County Animal Rescue (FCAR) has united homeless animals and passionate, caring adopters. We place pets with adopters who we think are the very best match for each other, so when you adopt from FCAR, not only are you supporting our work while making an impact on homeless animals in your community, you are also getting a pet who is the right match for you and your family. Thank you for choosing to adopt!
Our shelter uses a streamlined adoption procedure, and potential adopters MAY be approved to adopt on the same day they apply. Typically approval takes 48 hours.
We do our best to help match cats and dogs with compatible adopters. Adoptions are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, pending applicant approval. We do not hold animals
We strongly discourage declawing cats and kittens from FCAR. For more information and tips on alternatives to declawing, please see our resources page.
THE ADOPTION PROCESS IS SIMPLE!
Still wondering if you're ready to adopt?
Here are some tips on adopting the right cat for you: click here.
Here are some things to consider before adopting a dog: click here.
YOU'VE GOT QUESTIONS,
WE'VE GOT ANSWERS.
1
Fill out our Adoption Application
You can do that by clicking here. Adopters must be 18 or older. Please bring a valid photo ID with you.
2
Meet the pets!
You won't know if a pet is right for you until you get to know them. Stop by the Adoption Center any time during regular open hours to see available cats. Dogs require an appointment. Please call ahead to schedule a meeting with an available dog. Some adoptable animals may be in third party locations, such as foster care, Petco, Guys Farm & Yard, etc.
3
Adopt! Once you have met your match, we'll process the paperwork and give you all of the tools you need to help your pet transition comfortably. We'll also give you a packet of resources, coupons, and goodies to take home with you!
-Cats that are recovered for spaying/neutering can go home the same day. Please bring a cat carrier with you!
- Dogs require pre-scheduled interview and two meetings on separate days
ADOPTION FEES *subject to change with special cases
Kittens $175
(under 1 year)
Adults $100
Seniors $30
(over 10 years)
CAT
Feline adoptions include:
- Spay/neuter
- Health exam
- FIV testing
- Leukemia testing
- De-worming
- Distemper vaccination
- Rabies vaccination
- Flea & tick treatment
- Nail trim
- VVMA Complimentary
Physical Exam
- Pet profile & medical
history booklet
- Resources
Puppies $450
(under1 year)
Small Breed $375
Adults $300
Seniors $175
DOG
Canine adoptions include:
- Spay/neuter
- Health exam
- Heartworm test
- De-worming
- Distemper vaccination
- Kennel Cough Vacc.
- Bordetella Vaccination
- Rabies vaccination
- In shelter Flea & tick treatment
- Nail trim
- Microchip
- VVMA Complimentary
Physical Exam
- Pet profile & medical
history booklet, Resources
Questions? Please feel free to call 802-524-9650 or email info@fcarpets.org
Key:
Black text: - done while at shelter
Blue Text: - adopter takes home