F.A.Qs about Adoption

When we say an animal is fully vetted, this includes:

• Spaying/neutering with a tattoo marking the procedure.

• Vaccinations for the year.

• Microchipping (for dogs).

• Heartworm testing (for dogs).

• Ear-tipping (for cats).

By law, stray animals must be held for at least three full days, allowing time for owners to reclaim them. The day an animal arrives doesn’t count towards this period. On the fifth day, they become available for adoption. We don't accept applications for dogs on stray hold due to the likelihood of them being reclaimed. Post-hold, animals become the property of DCAS and may be adopted, transferred, or in rare cases, euthanized. 

Animals arriving with identification (like a rabies tag, ID tag, or microchip) are held longer while we attempt to contact their registered owners (through phone calls, certified letters, social media, etc.). All animals are listed on Adopt-a-Pet and Petfinder unless involved in a legal case or if the owner has been contacted. 

Short Answer: Yes.

Long Answer: We exercise caution with certain situations. For instance, we don’t recommend adopting two puppies from the same litter unless you have experience raising them together—it's a significant commitment. Adult animals may be adopted together if they are bonded, co-housed, or have interacted positively in playgroups. For kittens, we often recommend adopting in pairs for their social development and well-being.