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Pet Adoption
Many factors come into play when choosing the right pet for your family, including how much responsibility your child will have for the pet’s care and your family’s budget.
Your daily routine will determine the most suitable animal
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• Are you & the kids ready for several walks each day, regardless of weather? If not, consider a cat. • Away for long hours? Again, a cat may be a better option. • Ready to housetrain / box-train your pet? If not, then an older pet may be best.
Costs Vary by Facility
Fees vary at different times of the year, with featured specials, waived fees, and free older animal adoptions. Discounts are given for multiple animal adoptions. Expect to pay $125 to $200/dog and $85 to $150/cat, including spaying/ neutering, vaccinations, deworming, testing, and microchipping.
Other costs
Depending upon the size of the dog, new puppy vet visits and boosters can range from $250 to $600/first year. Annual well visits are required of all pets in the range of $65-$100, plus annual rabies shots, tests, and flea and heartworm medications. Animals also may need periodic dental care. Depending upon the breed, some cats and dogs also require regular grooming. And don’t forget food, leashes, and toys!
Supplemental pet care
Ensure that you have a facility or friend who can care for Snoopy or Sylvester if your family goes on vacation.
Adoption facilities
Metro-New Orleans has multiple rescue pet facilities. All feature on-line browsing of adoptable animals and are currently offering services and adoptions by appointment only.
