Depending upon individual circumstances, adoption fees may vary. Adoption fees do not include a $10 rabies tag fee for all dogs and cats.
Dogs & Puppies
- Nine months of age and older, over 35lbs: $190
- Nine months of age and older, under 35lbs: $290
- Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes nine months of age and older: $55
- Puppies younger than nine months: $290
- Desirable breeds: $290 – Adoption fees may vary. See an adoption counselor for details
Fees Include:
- First DHPP vaccination (Distemper/Hepatitis/ Parainfluenza/Parvovirus). Booster shots are required and are adopter’s financial responsibility.
- Rabies registration
- First Bordetella vaccination
- First deworming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended)
- Heartworm test (for dogs older than six months of age)
- Initial flea treatment
- Spay or neuter surgery
- Microchip identification
- Ear cleaning and nail trim
- Temporary collar, tag and leash
- Paw Perks membership
- Starter bag of Purina dog food (when available)
- Shelter, food and loving care from the Humane Society of Missouri
Cats & Kittens
- Nine months of age and older: Pick Your Price! Minimum $35
- Kittens younger than nine months: $135
- Adoption fees may vary. See an adoption counselor for details
Fees Include:
- First FVRCP vaccination (Feline viral Rhinotracheitis/Calici/Panleukopenia). Booster shots are required and are adopter’s financial responsibility.
- Rabies registration
- Feline Leukemia test
- First deworming (Follow-up fecal exam recommended)
- Initial flea treatment
- Ear cleaning and nail trim
- Spay or neuter surgery
- Temporary collar, tag and cardboard carrier
- Microchip identification
- Paw Perks membership
- Starter bag of Purina cat food (when available)
- Shelter, food and loving care from the Humane Society of Missouri
Rabbits, Guinea Pigs & Other Critters
- Rabbits: $15 Learn more about how to care for a rabbit »
- Guinea Pigs: $10 Learn more about how to care for a guinea pig »
- Hamsters and other small animals: $10 Learn more about caring for hamsters »
Learn more about caring for mice and rats » - Ferrets and Chinchillas: $50 Learn more about caring for a ferret » Learn more about caring for a chinchilla »
- Adoption fees may vary. See an adoption counselor for details
Fees Include:
- Spay or neuter surgery
- Nail trim
Since rabbits and other critters like to chew cardboard, please don’t rely on our temporary cardboard carriers to transport your new furry friend home. If you own a carrier or cage, please bring it with you. Plastic carriers are available for purchase at our St. Louis City Gift Shop.