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Our goal is to find a loving, permanent home for every animal in our care.

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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.

Adoptions will be closed for annual training between Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 – Tuesday, July 21st, 2026.

Adoptions will resume on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026. 

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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. 

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. 

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: 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: Your new pet needs continued training and structure. At this point they are building their trust and gaining a sense of security.
  • Visit us during adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday 12:00p-7:00p. 
  • We strongly recommend a pet-to-pet meet and greet before finalizing an adoption.
  • Walk-ins are welcome! Adoptions are completed, first come, first served.
  • 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. 
    • We welcome adopters out of state! Adopters must visit our facility in person. We cannot provide or coordinate transportation.

Dog Adoption Fees

  • High Demand – $474
  • All dogs under 2 years old – $274
  • All dogs over 2 years old – $164 
 
Cat Adoption Fees
  • High Demand   – $274
  • Kittens under 6 months old – $144
  • Cats over 6 months old – $114
 
What makes a pet high demand? Pets that are small, young, or trendy breeds (even mixes). Adoption fees help keep our doors open and our lifesaving work going – especially for pets who need extra time, treatment, or training.  
 
Included with Every Adoption
  • 1 Month of Prevention Medication
  • Pet is Spayed or Neutered
  • Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations
  • Microchipped (with registration)
  • Services valued over $1000 
 
Heartworm and Flea/Tick Prevention Requirements
  • Each adopted pet receives one free dose of heartworm prevention and one free dose of flea/tick prevention courtesy of Boenginer Ingleheim.
 
Leashes, Collars, and Carriers Requirements
  • All dogs must leave with an approved leash and collar.
  • All cats must leave in an approved carrier.
  • You’re welcome to bring your own, or purchase these items from our shelter store. All proceeds directly support the animals in our care.
  • 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!
  • Each adopted pet receives one free dose of heartworm prevention and one free dose of flea/tick prevention, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim.
  • 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.

Looking for a specific breed? Check out our Adopter Priority Match Program: HERE

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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