Adopting from HSOY
Reasons to adopt.
You can save a life
Over 60% of cats and dogs the
Humane Society of Yuma takes in are euthanized every year because there are so
many more homeless animals looking for a home than there are homes adopting
them. Every pet deserves a chance at a forever home. With so many wonderful cats
and dogs entering our shelter, you are sure to find a forever friend.
It's
economical
Buying a pet from a breeder or a store cost hundreds of dollars. Shelter pets
are under a hundred and come with proper vaccinations and are spayed or
neutered.
Many
are trained
Owners turn over their animals in large numbers. Most of these animals come
already trained with a history of their behaviors, likes and dislikes.
Many
are purebred
If you have your heart set on a purebred you may be surprised to know that 20%
of the dogs that enter our shelter are purebreds.
Steps
in the adoption process
Ask
yourself some questions
Are you ready to make the commitment to provide a forever home? Will you have
the time to spend together? Will you be able to properly care for the animal?
Before you adopt ask yourself the following questions.
- Are you ready to
make a long-term commitment?
- Can you spend quality time with this animal?
- Will you be responsible for your pet's health and safety?
- Do you know what kind of pet is right for you?
Read
our procedures
There are certain
safeguards we have put in place
to increase the success rate of our adoptions.
Find
your friend
You can browse our online gallery to see a number of cats and dogs we have up
for adoption. If you want to see all the animals available you must visit our
shelter.
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