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Adoption Process

Cat Adoption Application
Dog Adoption Application

Our Adoption Process

View APR’s Adoptable Cats & Dogs

View our adoptable pets. Consider pets that are a good fit for your home, family & lifestyle.

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Complete An Adoption Application

Once we receive your application, an APR team member will reach out within 5 days to qualified applicants to schedule a personalized meet and greet with the pets that best suit your home. You must be 21 years old to adopt. APR takes multiple applications to best match pets and families.

Cat Adoption Application
Dog Adoption Application

Meet & Greet

At the meet and greet, our adoption counselor will spend time with you and your family discussing your pet preferences and introduce you to the pet you applied for plus any others who could be a great fit. If you have another dog in the home, APR’s trained staff will help introduce the dogs to ensure they are compatible as well as offer tips on helping new pets settle into their new home.

Adoption Day

Once your adoption application is approved, we will coordinate with you to choose the perfect day to bring your new best friend home. This moment marks the start of a wonderful journey filled with love and companionship. We’re here to support you as you prepare to welcome your new furry family member.

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Adoption counselors are available to assist with questions and concerns when your new pet goes home. If for any reason the adoption is not the right match, the pet is required to be returned to APR. Please provide advance notice so we can assist or make shelter arrangements.

Ready to Adopt? Your future best friend is waiting!

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Adoption Fees

A 10% discount is available for veterans, service members, and first responders.

Puppies

(under 1 year)

$175

Adult Dogs

(over 1 year)

$150

Kittens

(under 1 year)

$75

Adult Cats

(over 1 year)

$60

Two Dogs

(any age)

$250

Two Cats

(any age)

$100

What’s Included?

Each animal is examined by the shelter veterinarian, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, tested and treated for common illnesses and given flea and heartworm preventatives.

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Learn About Our Free Medical Adoption Program

365+ Days of Waiting, a Lifetime of Love Starts Today

These loving pets have waited over a year for a home, simply overlooked time and again. Now its their turn. Give them the forever home they’ve been hoping for.

365+ Club Cats
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Not Ready to Adopt?

Foster a pet and give them the comfort of a home while they wait for their forever family.

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With You, We Can

Every animal we rescue, heal, and rehome begins with your support.

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1137 NE 9TH AVE
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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