This dog has the potential to live with or interact with, other dogs based on their interactions with dogs in shelter or in the home.
This dog has not been observed around cats.
This dog has had positive interactions with younger children, either in shelter or in the home, but has not necessarily lived with children.
This means that there were mixed indicators (some positive/some negative) of how this dog does alone in a home. It may mean the dog has not been observed alone in a home for an extended period of time.
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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.
Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.
You must be at least 18 years of age.
You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.
An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.
Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:
Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)
Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older
Current vaccinations
Deworming treatment
Microchip
Lifetime behavior support
Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.
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