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):