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 can be submitted online or may be downloaded (Adobe Acrobat PDF files) below.
NEKO, a Cat Cafe
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.
Working Cat Program
Are you interested in a working cat for your barn or warehouse? Find the details of our NEW program here!
Bringing Home a New Pet?
It’s exciting when it’s finally time to bring home a new family member! We want to ensure you are prepared with a list of basics your new pet will need in their new home. If possible, please consider having these items ready before bringing your new pet home:
Looking to adopt?
Cat Adoption Application & Fees
- Kittens (under 6 months of age): $150.00
- Two Kittens (under 6 months) Adopted Same Day: $250.00
- Young Adult Cats (6 months – 4 years): $125.00
- Adult Cats (4 years – 8 years): $75.00
- Senior Cats (8+ years) & Special Needs Cats: $30.00
- “Hero Cats“: $150.00 – TBD
“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.
Resources:
Other Animal Adoption Application & Fees
Prices vary depending on the size and species of animal. Please contact WHS Customer Service for more information.
Horse Adoption Application & Fees
Adoption fees vary based on the animal. Please contact us directly regarding horse adoptions.
Dog Adoption Application & Fees
- Puppies (under 11 months of age): $275.00
- Young Adult Dogs (11 months – 4 years): $200.00
- Adult Dogs (4 years – 8 years): $150.00
- Senior Dogs (8+ years) & Special Needs Dogs: $85.00
- “Hero Dogs”: $275.00 – TBD
“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.
Resources:
Bird Adoption Application & Fees
Prices vary for adopting birds. Please check with shelter staff for details.
Rabbit Adoption Application & Fees
Rabbits: $45.00
PUPPY SPEED DATING!!
We are currently caring for 19 large, mixed breed puppies. They are all looking for permanent, responsible, loving homes!
If you are interested in adopting a puppy and attending our upcoming Puppy Speed Dating event on Saturday, September 4th at Tails-A-Wagging Doggie Daycare & Canine Training Center, please complete an adoption application by August 30th. Respond to your email confirmation with the subject line “PUPPY SPEED DATING”.
Applications will be reviewed and applicants will be notified with more information if selected to attend a session.
Questions? Please contact Customer Service at 360-733-2080 ext. 0.
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)
- 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
- Domestic Short Hair, Mixed
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Abby! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: -Can Live... View full description »
Hi, my name is Aeja! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Happy, excitable,... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Angel! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Big personality... View full description »
- German Shepherd Dog, Mixed
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Apollo! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Playful, active,... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Ash! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Timid, affectionate... View full description »
- Domestic Medium Hair
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Baby! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Timid, Shy,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Bella! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: People-oriented, goofy,... View full description »
- German Shepherd Dog, Rottweiler, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
-Personality: Bo is a social, sweet young guy looking for a home who can meet his needs where he will... View full description »
Bonnie is a beautiful mare in her mid twenties. (Unsure of breed.) She is very young for her age though,... View full description »
- Shepherd, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Bowtie! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Unsure/a little... View full description »
Hi, my name is Butch! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, curious,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Buttermilk Biscuit! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Alert,... View full description »
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Calvin! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, food... View full description »
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Calypso! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Silly, playful,... View full description »
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Chico! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Goofball, loving,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Chocolate! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, active... View full description »
Hi, my name is Criss Cross! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Affectionate,... View full description »
- Chinchilla
Hi, my name is Eevee! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, alert,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Dewey! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Docile, Mellow,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Diesel! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, playful,... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Digger! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Sweet and... View full description »
- Mixed Breed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Dutchess! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: ACTIVE/HIGH ENERGY,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Gator! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Outgoing, confident,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Ghost! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Social, confident,... View full description »
MEET GOHAN: -Personality: A bit skittish, curious, vocal -Can Live With Kids: Yes, but an adult must be my primary... View full description »
Hi, we're Goldspur & Winesap! Here is what would work best for us in our new home: -Personality: Shy, Curious,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Honey Boo Boo Child! Here is what would work best for me in my new home:... View full description »
Meet Hyacinth & Daffodil - a mother/daughter duo of Dexter Cows looking for a permanent, responsible and loving home TOGETHER.... View full description »
During kitten season (approximately April through October) kittens under six months of age come and go so quickly we often... View full description »
Hi, my name is Koko! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Koko is... View full description »
- Hamster
Hi, my name is Lorena! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Curious, Marathon... View full description »
Hi, my name is Melba! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, Curious,... View full description »
- Domestic Long Hair, Mixed
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Mini! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Timid at... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Miss Cleo! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: A... View full description »
- Rat
Hi, we're the storybook rats! Here is what would work best for us in our new home: -Personality: Curious, Active,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Ned! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy but... View full description »
Hi, my name is Onyx! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Loyal, observant,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Oreo! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Timid, Mellow,... View full description »
Pete and Tonto are a bonded pair looking for a forever home together. They need a good retirement home together,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Petzy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, active... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Phileus! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Independent, Chatty,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Popcorn! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Timid, Curious,... View full description »
- German Shepherd Dog
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Rowan! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Playful, Curious,... View full description »
- Mixed Breed, Mixed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Sadie! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Sensitive, loyal,... View full description »
- Mixed Breed
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Shadow! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Social, playful,... View full description »
We currently have 4 Jacob Sheep available for adoption. 3 females, Edith, Karen and Sophie and 1 castrated male Jake.... View full description »
Hi, my name is Sherman! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Goofy, playful,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Siesta and this is my sister, Fiesta! Here is what would work best for me in... View full description »
Hi, my name is SMOKEY! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Curious, Observant,... View full description »
- Domestic Short Hair, Mixed
- Housebroken
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Spiffy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Confident, gregarious,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Tonya! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Curious, Wheel... View full description »
Hi, my name is Uma! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, a... View full description »
- German Shepherd Dog
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Hi, my name is Verina! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Intelligent, loyal,... View full description »
Hi, my name is Zoot Suit! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Chatty,... View full description »
