Jackson County Animal Shelter

A LOVING, PERMANENT HOME IS REQUIRED TO ADOPT A PET

Filling out an application is in no way a guarantee that you will be able to adopt that animal. We take more than one application on each pet and do our best to choose the most suitable situation for each individual animal's needs.
If we deny any application, we are not implying that you would be a bad pet owner, only that your situation isn't right for that animal's needs. If we have more than one suitable application, we go with the first one filled out.
Veterinary history on previously owned animals has a bearing on our final decision. Regular vaccinations are not only important for the health of your pet and family, some are required by law.
If you rent, your landlord's permission is required. Our staff will verify this.
Because you are required to sign a legal contract, you must be at least 18 years of age to adopt a pet.
We require that all dogs adopted be vaccinated against rabies.
We require that all animals leaving our building be on a leash or in a secure pet carrier.
It is our policy that all dogs and cats adopted be spayed or neutered by the date specified on your contract, if not previously altered.
We require that ALL State or local ordinances regarding licensing be obeyed. (Cat licensing is required in certain areas.)
Animals cannot be adopted as gifts unless all adult members of the receiving household approve. Our staff will verify this.
Families with children under the age of 6 must spend time here with the pet to see how they interact with each other.
If your situation changes and you can no longer keep your pet, you are required to return the animal to the Jackson County Humane Society, Inc.