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What's A Foster?
Animals who are listed as “foster” with the SPCA are also available for adoption. The word “foster” beside the animal’s name designates
an animal that is temporarily staying in a private residence with a foster family. Adoption requirements are the same for foster animals as for animals in residence at the Adoption Center, the only difference being that foster animals require the potential adopter to meet them via the foster family.
What You Need to Adopt
If there is an animal you are interested in
adopting, the adoption
counselors will
be happy to assist you with that process. The adoption screening will
take approximately 20 minutes and
requires the following information:
Once you adopt, we're sure you'll want to take your new pooch or kitty out on the town. Click here for a Pet Friendly Resources List, including pet-friendly rentals.
- A driver’s license or a state-issued ID with your current address
- Residency: The owner of the home must consent to the adoption of the animal. If you rent, we need to see a copy of your lease stating that you are allowed to have pets. If you own your home, please bring a copy of your deed, mortgage payment book or tax bill.
- If you are planning to adopt a dog and presently have a dog(s), all dogs must meet.
- Veterinary references, if applicable.
- All members of the household must meet the animal.
- An adoption application must be completed.
- Proof of home ownership or lease with pet allowance
Once you adopt, we're sure you'll want to take your new pooch or kitty out on the town. Click here for a Pet Friendly Resources List, including pet-friendly rentals.
*Variable Adoption Fees
Every adoption includes spaying or neutering, appropriate inoculations, microchip including registration, collar & leash for dogs, a cat carrier for cats and a complimentary vet visit at a local practice. Also included is veterinary care from our medical department up to 10 days post-adoption and a coupon for $5 off a bag of Hill's Science Diet food.
| Dogs (7 months & older) Additional $6.95 required for dog license if owner is resident of Delaware County |
Start at $150 |
| Puppies (6 months & younger) Additional $6.95 required for dog license if owner is resident of Delaware County |
$300-499 |
| Cats (7 months & older) | $80 |
| Kittens (6 months & younger) | $125 |
*A note about our Variable
Adoption Fees.
The variable adoption fees of certain dogs, including
puppies, help to cover the cost of care of the harder-to-place
animals that
have been in the Adoption Center for a longer time.
Ongoing adoption specials: The
following specials apply at any time. For monthly or holiday specials,
be sure to "Like" our Facebook page.
- Animals that have been homeless for 30-60-90 days apply for $30, $60 or $90 off their adoption fees. This means cats homeless for 90 days or more are FREE to good homes.
- Save a Paw, Get a Paw: Adopt a cat or a kitten, bring a cat 7 months or older home at no fee!
- Seniors Saving Seniors: People 55 years old or older can adopt a cat over 5 years old for just $25.50 or a dog over 5 years old for just $55.50. Included is a wellness exam and vaccinations for the following year.
Adoption Fee Payment Options:
Cash and major credit cards are accepted.
No checks, please.
Cash and major credit cards are accepted.
No checks, please.
Surrendering Your Pet to the Delco
SPCA-By Appointment Only
| Surrendering your pet to our lifesaving adoption
center is a personal decision that
should not be taken lightly. With thousands of animals arriving
each year, competition is high, especially because we are a lifesaving
shelter, and adopters want the healthiest and
friendliest dogs and cats. Prior to
relinquishing your pet, we recommend look into alternative
arrangements, such as putting your pet in the care of a responsible and
trustworthy family member or neighbor or doing further research to find
housing that accepts pets and contacting local rescue groups. Click here for a list of pet-friendly resources,
including pet-friendly housing. If the reason for relinquishing your
pet is a medical reason, call our vet office at 610-566-1370 x3
for
low-cost veterinary services. Or call our front desk at 610-566-1370 x0
for rescue information. Owners relinquishing their pet ask that we love and care for their pet like they do, and we will happily do so, with their help. First, please make an appointment prior to bringing your animal to the Adoption Center. Call 610-566-1370 x120. Appointments are required. When you do arrive at your scheduled time, you should be prepared to help by bringing all papers relevant to your pet's veterinary history, especially with regard to vaccinations and spay/neuter. Include names and contact information for any veterinarians who have seen your pet. Having your dog or cat spayed or neutered and brought up-to-date with all vaccines will also increase the chance we will be able to accept your pet right away. We will ask for you to make a minimum donation surrender fee of $75 toward the care of your pet while they await forever at the lifesaving Delco SPCA. |
Adoption Application
Hours of Operation
Monday: 12-7 PM
Tuesday: 12-7 PM
Wednesday: 12-7 PM
Thursday: 12-7 PM
Friday: 12-7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM-6 PM
Sunday: 12-5 PM
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