ADOPT
Adopting a pet is one of the greatest gifts you can give, to the animal – and to yourself. Thank you for considering adoption from Whatcom Humane Society.
Our interactive adoption process strives to place animals into permanent, responsible and loving homes. Our staff work with potential adopters to help choose the best match possible, both for the animal and the adopter. Prior to meeting an animal, potential adopters are asked to complete an adoption application to better help our staff understand what you are looking for in a companion animal. These applications remain on file for 6 months, so there is no need to complete an application each time you visit our domestic animal shelter. Adopters must complete an adoption application and be able to fulfill the adoption requirements necessary in order to be considered or approved for adoption.
Application forms for specific animals (Adobe Acrobat PDF files) may be downloaded under “Adoption Fees” below.
Looking for more cats? We have partnered with NEKO, a Cat Cafe. Check it out here!
If you are interested in adopting a cat from NEKO, please read through our detailed NEKO Cat Adoption Information Sheet first. Please call our Customer Service department with questions at 360-733-2080 during WHS business hours.
Adoption Application & Cat Adoption Fees
- Kittens (under 6 months of age): $125.00
- Two Kittens (under 6 months) Adopted Same Day: $220.00
- Young Adult Cats (6 months – 2 years): $100.00
- Adult Cats (2 years – 8 years): $75.00
- Senior Cats & Special Needs Cats: $30.00
- “Hero Cats“: $125.00 – TBA
“Hero Cats” are identified by WHS staff and may have a higher adoption fee. These “hero cats” may be purebred, popular breeds or highly sought after for a variety of reasons. These cats are considered “heroes” because the higher adoption fee associated with these special felines help support ongoing animal care and veterinary programs in our domestic animal shelter.
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Adoption Application & Dog Adoption Fees
- Puppies (under 6 months of age): $250.00
- Young Adult Dogs (6 months – 2 years): $200.00
- Adult Dogs (2 years – 8 years): $150.00
- Senior Dogs & Special Needs Dogs: $85.00
- “Hero Dogs”: $250.00 – TBA
“Hero Dogs” are identified by WHS staff and may have a higher adoption fee. These “hero dogs” may be purebred, popular mixed breeds or highly sought after for a variety of reasons. These dogs are considered “heroes” because the higher adoption fees associated with these special dogs help support ongoing animal care and veterinary programs in our domestic animal shelter.
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Adoption Application & Rabbit Adoption Fees
Rabbits: $45
Adoption Application & Other Animal Adoption Fees
Prices vary depending on the size and species of animal. Please contact WHS Customer Service for more information.
Adoption Application & Horse Adoption Fees
Adoption fees vary based on the animal. Please contact us directly regarding horse adoptions.
Adoption Application & Bird Adoption Fees
Prices vary for adopting birds. Please check with shelter staff for details.
Adoption Requirements
Be sure that you are financially able to provide for the animal’s needs. This includes food, supplies, license and veterinary care.
Be certain you have adequate time to spend with your new pet including time for training, exercise and grooming.
Have your landlord’s permission to bring an animal onto his/her property.
Be at least 18 years of age and have verifiable identification.
Have the consent of all adults in your household.
Complete an application and discuss it with an adoption counselor.
Be willing to bring in your current dog to meet the dog you are interested in adopting.
Be willing to bring in your children to meet the animal you are interested in adopting.
Understand that WHS adopts animals – does not sell them. WHS reserves the right to postpone or refuse an adoption.
Hours of Adoption Services
Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday – Monday 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Closed Tuesdays & Major Holidays
Included in the Adoption Fee
- Basic Health Exam
- Spay/Neuter Surgery (for unaltered dogs, cats & rabbits)
- Initial Vaccinations including Rabies (dogs & cats)
- Feline Leukemia Testing for Cats/Kittens
- Microchip and Registration (dogs, cats & rabbits)
- Identification Tags/License (dogs & cats)
- 30 Days Free Sheltercare Pet Health Insurance
- Collar & Leash for Dogs or Collar & Cardboard Carrier for Cats
- Certificate for Complimentary Health Exam w/ Participating local Veterinarian
- Reference Material on Pet Care & Training
- Mixed Breed, Mixed
- Housebroken
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- Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd Dog, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Coonhound, Bloodhound, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Dachshund, Jack Russell Terrier, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Siberian Husky, Mixed
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- Domestic Long Hair, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
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- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Pit Bull Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Domestic Medium Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- American, Mixed
- Housebroken
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- Domestic Short Hair, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- German Shepherd Dog, Mixed
- Housebroken
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- Boxer, Retriever, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Catahoula Leopard Dog, Mixed
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- Shepherd, Mixed
- Housebroken
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- Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed
- Housebroken
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- Box
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- Parakeet (Other)
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- Pit Bull Terrier, Bullmastiff, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Dwarf Hamster
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- Pit Bull Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Holland Lop, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Hound, Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
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- Pit Bull Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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- Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
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