Thank you for choosing adoption!
By adopting, you give a pet and yourself a brighter, happier future to share together.
Adopting a dog is a major responsibility, so we need to make sure you are 100% committed to your new family member. Please take a few minutes to consider the lifestyle questions below. Thinking through these points will help you make the right choice.
I. Learn about the pet before adopting
Every pet at HavePaws has a clear profile so you can understand them and choose the right fit for your family.
- This helps you:
- Choose a pet that fits your lifestyle
- Prepare emotionally before adoption
- Avoid adopting first and realizing the fit is not right later
- Currently, HavePaws prioritizes applications from people living in [applicable area] so post-adoption support and follow-up can be handled well.
II. Apply to adopt - understand fit
To make sure each pet goes to the right home, we will ask you a few questions to understand you and support you better.
You will be asked about:
- Long-term commitment
- Living environment, experience, and pet-care habits
- Care style
- Care philosophy
- Staying connected with HavePaws
- Pet information and home environment
- Adoption fee and medical support, where applicable
III. Handover and post-adoption support
1. Prepare your home
Make sure your home is safe so the dog cannot run outside. Prepare separate food and water bowls. Set up a space where the pet can have their own area. Buy a collar, harness, and leash that fit their size.
2. Prepare essential supplies
Buy food suitable for the pet's size and age. If the dog is a puppy, prepare potty pads and chew toys as well.
3. Pay the adoption fee
HavePaws adoption fees include vaccination, sterilization, and medical treatment costs.