Adopting a Friend for Life

"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." -Gandhi

 
By choosing to adopt from us, you are helping an animal in our community who would otherwise not have a home. Shelter animals are special and the time we have dedicated to their upcoming adoption makes them even more special, since each of our animals receives individual training and care from our dedicated staff and volunteers. We are confident we can help you choose the right animal for your lifestyle.

Animals adopted from Stray Hearts must be spayed or neutered (no exceptions). Your new pet will have all required shots unless the animal has not resided long enough with the shelter to facilitate all shots.

Please note the following criteria for adopting an animal Stray Hearts Animal Shelter:

  1. There is a 24 hour waiting period after filling out the Stray Hearts Adoption Application to allow us time to process and approve your request.
  2. A home visit will be required for all Pit-Bull/American Staffordshire adoptions.
  3. Adopter must be at least 18 years of age, have a photo id that shows the current physical address or a photo id plus proof of current physical address (utility bill, etc.).
  4. All Adopter members of the household must meet the animal at the shelter.
  5. If Adopter has other animals in the home, a veterinary reference must be provided.
  6. Adopter must provide two (2) personal references.
  7. Adopter must present proof of ownership (tax receipt or deed), if home is owned.
  8. If Adopter is renting, we must speak to the landlord for permission to bring an animal onto the property.
  9. Adopter must have a fenced yard, a kennel of appropriate size, or an acceptable method of containing your adopted pet so they cannot run at large. THE ANIMAL CANNOT BE CHAINED OUTSIDE.
  10. All kittens and cats are indoor only and must not go outside.
  11. Adopter must be financially able to provide for the animal's needs. This includes food, supplies, licenses, and veterinary care.

If you meet the above requirements, then it is time to continue to the next step of the journey in finding your new pet. Please read and complete our adoption application below.

Stray Hearts Adoption & Service Fees:

  • Adoption: $120 (includes Spay/Neuter, Deworming, DHLPP at least 1st booster, Bordetella, Rabies, Microchip and Town License.
  • Town Animal Licenses: $5.00 altered 3-year rabies, $10 altered 1-year rabies, $25.00 unaltered 3-year rabies, and $60 unaltered 1-year rabies.
  • Microchip Implantation: $8.00 for Town Resident, $15.00 for County Resident
  • Cat Carrier: $5.00 for cardboard carrier. All cats and kittens must leave the shelter in a carrier.

Stray Hearts Animal Shelter of Taos
Adoption Application Form

In order to expedite your application process, please be sure to include as much information as possible and answer all questions applicable.

I want to adopt:(check all that apply)
Dog Cat Puppy Kitten

Your Personal Information

Your Name

Street Address

City
State Zip

Mailing Address (if different from above)


Best Phone Number to Reach You:

Email Address:

Your Living Situation

Housing

If Renting, Name of Landlord

Landlord's Phone

Length of time at this address?

Housing Type
Other:

Ages of those living in your home:

Do you have a fenced yard?   Yes No

Where will animal stay when
you are not at home?

Other animals living in
your home and their ages:

Would you be open to a home visit by
one of our staff or shelter volunteers?
Yes No

Personal References:

Please provide a phone number for each reference.
1) Ph:
2) Ph:

Veterinarian References:
If you have other pets, please provide phone numbers.
1) Ph:
2) Ph:

"Thank you for your time and
interest in giving an animal a new,
loving and responsible home!"

 


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