Costs Associated with Adoption

There are a lot of resources available online, and it’s important to call around and do your research. Adoption costs can vary from species to species; sex; age; level of care needed and more.

Adoptions can range from $20-$400+ depending on the species, and other factors.

• Vaccines- $50-$125

• Deworming- Puppies can require up to 8 doses $5-$30 Adults 1-2 doses a year can be $30-$50

• Sterilization- $100-$250+

• Microchipping- $30-$75 varies based on services

These are just an average for the basics and this doesn’t include special cases.

Before adopting with any rescue or shelter be sure that you discuss what is in the adoption fees and what they cover or covered. Remember that most shelters and rescues are 501c organizations and the money from adopting they break even and the fees paid go to over the expenses of another animal in need or outstanding bills from your new companion.

There are a lot of resources available to help pet owners with the costs of ongoing care for their new companion, not all are free. There are grants, crowdfunding, insurance, and type of loans/ credit cards.

Trashed2Treasure does not endorse, nor is affiliated with any pet insurance, grants, crowdfunding or credit agency. Adopters are advised to do their own market research, and find options that are best for them.