Adoptions

The Humane Society of Huron Valley has dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits and occasionally, ferrets, guinea pigs and other caged pets that need caring homes.

The Humane Society of Huron Valley is open to the public:

Monday through Sunday from noon until 6:00 pm (adoptions end at 5:45 pm)

Have you adopted a pet from HSHV?

We'd like to hear from you. Tell us about your "Happy Tail" by sending an email along with a photo if you have one and we will post it on our "Happy Tails" page. Click the button below.

HSHV is pleased to announce that Karnik Pet Lodge in Ann Arbor is partnering with us to provide cat and kitten adoptions!

See who's there!

Karnik Pet Lodge
Near Plum Market and behind K-Mart, at the Maple Village Shopping Center
405 N. Maple Road,
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 327-6920

ALSO, as part of HSHV’s FREE Feline Fridays, cats over 7 months old will be available for FREE adoptions on Fridays!

FREE Feline Fridays

(any cat over 7 months old is eligible for a FREE adoption every Friday until further notice)

HSHV has some special needs pets called

"Diamonds in the Ruff", that may need a little extra medical attention, or may have special adoption requirements. We also have "Perfect Pairs" that must be adopted togther. Please click the links below to

see these companion animals.

Diamonds in the RUFF & PERFECT PAIRS

June is National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month!

We have hundreds of cats and kittens that need loving homes. To celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, we are running an adoption special.

Kittens - usually $100 are now $80. Plus adopt two for only $120!
Adult Cats - adopt one get one FREE
Senior Cats - Adopt one get one FREE
Print a $10 OFF any adoption coupon good for any kitten, puppy, cat or dog
FREE Feline Fridays! (any cat over 7 months old is eligible for a FREE adoption every Friday until further notice)
We have cats and kittens up for adoption at Karnik Pet Lodge! See who's there now!

Click here to see all of our adoptable cats

Click here to see adoption prices

Click here to see what your adoption fee includes

What Should You Expect When Adopting?

In order to adopt, you must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, with proof of residence
If you have a dog and wish to adopt another dog, we will require a dog-to-dog interaction
You will need to fill out an adoption survey in order to visit with the animals (surveys are next to the sign-in area in the lobby of the shelter)
Please expect to be here at least an hour if you plan on adopting
Some animals have special adoption requirements

If considering adoption, please bring the following with you when you visit the shelter:

vaccination records for your current pets
a copy of your lease, if applicable
a driver's license or other proof of address
remember that we will require your current dog/dogs to interact with the adoptable dog

Our low adoption fee includes:

Sterilization - spay or neuter
De-worming and basic vaccinations, including rabies
Feline Leukemia test for cats
Heartworm test for dogs
Free microchip identification
Health screening
7-day health guarantee
Low cost pet insurance program
Temperament testing & behavior advice
Free dog training DVD
A new companion for your family!
One free good manners training class for new dog owners

*Why are some adoption prices higher?

The Humane Society of Huron Valley provides valuable care and treatment for thousands of animals every year. They are all important to us. Our adoption fees help offset the cost of housing, feeding and caring for companion animals in our shelter. Some pets need an extraordinary amount of medical intervention and care. We can help these pets by pricing animals in higher demand with a higher adoption fee. The money raised by these “Legacy Adoptions” will allow us to provide lifesaving medical treatment, let us work with behavioral issues and help us care for animals that stay here longer before they find loving homes.

Variable adoption pricing or “Legacy” adoption pricing ensures that we can provide top quality of care for all animals.

Adoption Prices (effective 6-10-2009)

Cat Adoption Fees
Kittens - Under 7 months old	$80 (were $100)
Two Kittens - Under 7 months old	$120
Cats - 7 months and older	$55 (get 2nd cat FREE)
Senior Cat - 8 years or older	$15 (get 2nd senior FREE)

*Legacy Cat Adoptions	Variable

Notes: Cats or kittens marked as "Perfect Pairs" must be adopted together. Pricing as above. Seniors over 62 years of age are eligible for a FREE adoption of a senior cat (a cat 8 years or older). Any senior citizen (62 years or older) will receive a $20 discount on an adoption When we run adoption specials, only ONE discount applies.
Dog Adoption Fees
Puppies - Under 7 months old	$225
Small breeds - 7 months and older	$225
Dogs (over 20 pounds) - 7 months and older	$130
Senior Dogs (any size) - 8 years or older	$100
*Legacy Dogs	Variable

Notes: Dogs or puppies marked as "Perfect Pairs" must be adopted together. Pricing as TBD. Seniors over 62 years of age are eligible for a FREE adoption of a senior dog (a dog 8 years or older). Any senior citizen (62 years or older) will receive a $20 discount on an adoption When we run adoption specials, only ONE discount applies.
Ferrets	$50
Rabbits	$35
Pocket pets (gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters)	$10
Exotics (birds, snakes, etc.)	Individually priced, visit the shelter for details

Only one discount is applied to any adoption fee/transaction.

While we do strive to make sure our website reflects accurate pricing, we reserve the right to change prices without notice.

Additional low-cost services include dental treatment, softclaws® silicone nail caps for cats, and heartworm preventative.

ANY SENIOR CITIZEN (62 years or older) will receive a $20 discount on adoptions.

Senior Citizens adopting Senior Animals are eligible for a FREE adoption.

The Local Dog Network Gives Dogs a Special Paw Up!

The Local Dog Network is helping us find homes for dogs that seem to be at the shelter for longer periods of time. These dogs, through no fault of their own, get passed over for younger or cutier dogs. There is no limit to how long a dog can stay at the Humane Society of Huron Valley. It does break our hearts when certain dogs are here for weeks, and even months at a time without getting adopted. The Local Dog Network (LDN) offers adopters valuable services if they adopt the dog sponsored by the LDN.

All members of the LDN have chosen to help support the Humane Society of Huron Valley. Each of the LDN members is donating services to the family lucky enough to adopt the LDN sponsored dog as follows:

Arbor Dog Daycare: 5 days of Dog Daycare (a $105 value)
Arbor Biscuit Company: $50 Shopping Spree
Mantis Pet Supply: $50 Shopping Spree
Petcare: Free Holistic Consultation with Dr. Smith (a $50 Value)

Look for the special sign on the cage at the shelter to see which dog is sponsored by LDN.

At any given time, there are many different sizes and breeds of animals available for adoption. Click below to view some of them through our listing at Petfinder.com: