Adoption Info
Why we charge an adoption fee
The Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies completely on private donations and its own fundraising abilities to operate. We do not receive any federal, state or government funding or any funds from any national animal welfare organizations to operate.
The fees collected from the adoption of each animal help to offset some of the costs involved in providing care for the animals and preparing an animal for placement into a new home.
Adoption Fees
|
Pet Type |
Age of Pet |
Adoption Fee |
| Kitten | Under 6 Months Old | $125.00 |
| Cat Senior Cats |
Over 6 Months Old 7 Years & Up |
$85.00 $50.00 |
| Puppies | 2 Months – 1 Year Old | $300.00 |
| Dog Small Breed (Under 15 lbs) | 1 Year Old – 7 Years | $225.00 |
| Dog Medium/Large Breed | 1 Year Old – 7 Years | $175.00 |
| Senior Dog Rabbits, Ferrets, Chinchillas, Large Birds, Snakes, Lizards |
7 Years & Up All Ages |
$100.00 $30.00 |
| Rats, Mice, Gerbils, Hamsters | All Ages | $5.00 |
| Guinea Pigs, Small Birds, Turtles | All Ages | $10.00 |
What does your adoption fee cover:
- A general examination by intake staff.
- Canine or feline distemper combination vaccination and bordetella (canines only)
- Age-appropriate canine and feline rabies vaccination
- Deworming medication
- Flea/tick treatment (if needed)
- Canine heartworm test or feline leukemia test (if age appropriate and meets testing guidelines)
- Spay/neuter
- Microchip implant
- A coupon for a free healthy pet visit at participating local veterinarians (coupon provided in adoption packet)
Rabbit, ferret and chinchilla adoption fees include (when available):
- A general examination by intake staff.
View our adoptable animals below
