ADOPT A PET TODAY
Our goal is to find a loving, permanent home for every animal in our care.
Our Adoption Philosophy
We believe that pets are cherished members of the family. Every pet deserve to live in a loving home where they are provided with the essential care they need—medical attention, nutritious food, comfort, and an abundance of love. Our organization is dedicated to ensuring that pets are placed in forever homes with families who share our values and commitment to providing a safe, loving environment.
How to Adopt
- Are you ready to provide love and care to a new pet for up to 20 years? In addition to making sure your family and home are prepared to having a new member of the family, consider the costs and time commitment needed when making your decision. Click here to learn more.Â
- Visit us during adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday 12:00p-7:00p. For your convenience, you can also schedule an Adoption Counseling Visit here.Â
- We strongly recommend a pet-to-pet meet and greet before finalizing an adoption. Please make an appointment here.
- An appointment does not reserve or guarantee any specific animal. Adoptions are completed first come, first served.Â
- Adopter Requirements
- 18+ years old
- Has documented permission to have a pet in their home (lease, letter from landowner or HOA, ownership, etc.)
- Adopter completing contract assumes responsibility as new legal owner including post adoption medical expenses and lifelong care.Â
Dog Adoption Fees
- Purebreds and High Demand Canines – $459 adoption fee
- All dogs under 2 years old – $259 adoption fee
- All dogs over 2 years old – $149 adoption fee
Cat Adoption Fees
- Purebreds and High Demand Felines – $259 adoption fee
- All Felines under 2 years old – $99
- Cats over 2 years old – $59 adoption fee
Additional Fees and Costs:
You are required to purchase 1 month of heartworm prevention and 1 month of flea/tick prevention at the time of adoption.
All dogs must go home with an approved leash and collar; all cats must go home in an approved carrier. You may bring these items in with you, or we have them available for purchase at the time of adoption
What do our adoption fees cover?
The adoption fees that we collect help us provide food, shelter, important medical care and vaccinations for the animals at HSGM. Each adoption fee includes the following for your new pet (retail value is approximately $1000):
- Cost of spaying and neutering
- Vaccinations
- Microchip
- Heartworm test (dogs)
- Monthly flea, tick and parasite prevention
Your new pet might have experienced some big changes, like being abandoned or surrendered by a previous family. Now, they’re heading to a new home with people they’re just getting to know—it can be a little overwhelming! By being gentle, kind, and patient, you can help your furry friend feel safe and welcome in their new family.Â
The 3-3-3 rule is a guideline for helping a new pet adjust to their new home:
- First three days to decompress: Your new pet needs time to adjust to their new surroundings. Provide a quiet, comfortable room with their bed, food, water, and toys.
- Next three weeks to learn routine:Â Your new pet will start to settle in and begin to show their true personality. Be patient and introduce your pet to new people and environments slowly.
- First three months to feel at home:Â Your new pet needs continued training and structure. At this point they are building their trust and gaining a sense of security.
- First bag of food courtesy of Purina
- Access to low-cost group dog training with our partners at Applause your Paws
- A coupon for a free Papa John’s Pizza
- 10% discount for purchases in our Shop!
- Healthy Start Certificate from VCA
- All adoptions will include a Healthy Start Certificate from our partners at VCA. The Healthy Start Certificate includes a free health exam (must be scheduled within 14 days of the adoption) and free 14-day follow-up care for certain conditions ($250 maximum coverage) specified in adoption documents.
- Additional discounts
Alternatives To Adoption
OUR SERVICES
ANIMAL ADOPTION
The Humane Society of Greater Miami is dedicated to placing every dog and cat in our care into a loving home. We are an adoption guarantee shelter, meaning that every animal that is admitted into our shelter is free from the threat of euthanasia due to time, space or treatable medical issues.
PREVENTATIVE CLINIC
We offer a low-cost, spay and neuter and preventive health care clinic in North Miami Beach to serve the pets of South Florida. Preventative care includes: Vaccinations, Preventative Tests, Prevention Medication, and Purchasing County Tags. Humane Euthanasia is offered at the discretion of the clinic manager and/or attending doctor.
HUMANE EDUCATION
At public and private schools, scouting troops, special needs groups, local libraries, various community youth organizations as well as adult organizations, the Humane Society of Greater Miami teaches the young and old appropriate lessons about kindness to animals, empathy, responsible pet care and the causes and results of pet overpopulation.
SPAY/NEUTER SURGERY
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Surgery (image attached) A spayed or neutered pet will live a longer, healthier, happier life and will not add to the pet overpopulation problem we are experiencing in Miami-Dade.
