The decision to bring a pet into your home can mean a major change in lifestyle. It should be well thought out and not a spur of the moment idea, especially considering this pet may be a part of your family for the next 10 to 20 years. Therefore, it is imperative to consider this thoroughly before making your decision. In order to assure the smoothest transition and positive outcome for both the animal and the adoptive family, we have developed the following guidelines for adoptions: The decision to adopt a family pet is a big decision that will affect your life for many years into the future. PLEASE read all of the articles in our "before you adopt" section of this website.
It can be very stressful for an animal to become acclimated to its new surroundings. For this reason, we suggest adopters do not bring a new pet into their home if they have just moved, are in the process of moving, or planning to move in the near future. We reserve the right to refuse an adoption based on the number of pets already in the home and according to local ordinances. Our experience has taught us that dogs left tied to a doghouse or kept in an outside kennel lack attention and do not become good pets.( See the backyard dog) Statistics show that the average life span of a cat allowed outside is approximately four (4) years, while cats kept in the house live approximately sixteen (16) years. The Eau Claire County Humane Association reserves the right to refuse any adoption.
Once you have found an animal you are interested in, you will be asked to complete an adoption application. You may want to complete an online adoption application before you visit the shelter. We'll even keep it on file for 6 months in the event you find a pet at a later date. Once your application has been approved, you can even ask to be notified when a pet matching your description becomes available for adoption! If you have problems with the online application, you can print the printable version but please give us feedback so we can fix the problem! The adoption application will help us "get to know you" a little better before we release one of the animals in our care. There are a lot of questions about past pets, your knowledge about training, how you'll handle problems that may emerge at some later date. Why do we ask so many questions? You will be asked for your current address on a driver’s license or other picture I.D. and your telephone number. If you are a temporary resident of the Eau Claire area (such as a student) we also require your permanent address and telephone number. There is an overnight waiting period on all applications. In order to assure an animal will be going into a permanent, caring and responsible home, you will be asked to sign a contract agreeing to some additional guidelines. Among other things, it stipulates that: You agree to have
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Dogs Cats Rabbits Ferrets Miscellaneous Animals *The Neutering Deposit is refunded after proof of neutering is received. Some animals, including purebreds, must be neutered by a local veterinarian before going to their new home. Hospital fees will be paid to the Shelter, who in turn will pay the veterinarian. Other Discounts and Considerations: Companion Cat Crusade: Adopt one cat or kitten and the adoption fee for a second ADULT cat is waived if the second ADULT cat is adopted within 30 days of the first adoption (still responsible for cost of spay/neuter deposit). ECCHA Members will receive a 25% discount (adopter can purchase a membership at the time of adoption to qualify for the discount) Some animals will qualify as “Leave A Legacy” adoptions. The adoption fee for these animals will be determined individually by the Executive Director or Kennel Manager. L.A.L. animals may include small-breed dogs and purebreds that are in high demand for adoption and quickly find a loving home. By setting a higher adoption fee for these animals, they will leave a financial legacy for other animals in our care that may need to live in our shelter for many months or who need medical treatment while they are here. **************************************************** The adoption fee includes:
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