Adoption Guidelines

Before proceeding with the adoption process, it is important that you carefully read and understand the following information:

1. All potential adopters will be required to complete a visitor registration form stating your interest in adopting an animal.
2. If you find an animal you wish to adopt, you will be required to complete an adoption application form. You will then be interviewed by a BJC staff member and a decision will be made to accept or reject your application. Please note: WE ACCEPT CASH ONLY. Click here for information on adoption and other service fees.
3. If your application is accepted, you will be required to sign an adoption contract with BJC and pay an $80 adoption fee for dogs and $40 for cats. For the adoption fee, the animal will receive a thorough examination by the staff veterinarian, a rabies vaccination, heartworm screening, initial deworming, and other important health screenings. All dogs/cats adopted will be spayed/neutered prior to going to their permanent home.
4. You will then be required to take the animal to a licensed veterinarian of your choice within three working days of signing the contract to have the animal thoroughly examined and have a rabies vaccination administered if applicable.