Whisker-n-Wags Adoptions

Adoption Fees Adoption fees are based on the average cost for vetting, which includes spay/neutering if applicable, and routine care of an animal. Adoption fees are subject to change without notice.
Dogs/Puppies	Adult Cats	Kittens	Other
First Animal-$120.00 Two or more-$150.00	First Animal-$125.00 Two or more-$155.00	First Animal-$90.00 Two or more-$125.00	To be determined at time of adoption based on the cost of care.
Adoption Policies WnW does not allow same day adoptions. Potential adopters and family members are required to visit the animal in the foster home setting. If the potential adopter is out-of-state or a visit to the foster home is not possible for any other reason, a homesite visit by an approved affiliate of Whiskers -n- Wags Rescue Team, Inc. is required before final adoption.
Whiskers n' Wags will work with you to find the right companion animal for you and your lifestyle. Our animals deserve lifetime, loving families and you deserve a happy, loving and well-adjusted pet. Our rescuers and foster families make every effort to assimilate these animals into a loving home environment. They are socialized with children, adults, and other pets over time, so they are comfortable and ready to become your special pet. All Whiskers n' Wags animals have been assessed by a veterinarian and are current on all required vaccinations and in the best possible health. We will provide full disclosure on any and all health related issues/special needs to the prospective adopter. All pets will be spay/neutered, with the exception of young kittens, before final adoption takes place.
All adoptions will be conducted on a case by case basis. Adopters must be 18 years of age or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Whiskers-n-Wags makes every effort to ensure the good health of our babies before adoption, however, colds and ailments are often common in animals who begin life outside. Kittens are not tested for Feluk/FIV until they reach 4 months. Before this time, the presence of Mom's antibodies in their systems generates a result based on Mom's status. They must shed these antibodies before an accurate result is possible. Typically, we do not encourage adoptions where our babies will be "Only Children" unless potential homes have a stay at home human. An only cat is a lonely cat. All members of the household must be in agreement to the adoption. No animal will be adopted as a 'gift' to another individual. Cats/Kittens are to be indoor companions only, unless otherwise stated in the adoption contract. We do occassionally allow adult cats to be adopted as 'mousers' if the cat is to be relocated from a feral colony environment and/or is otherwise un-suitable for intergration into a family environment. A reliable food source must be provided at all times. Specification for adoptions of 'mousers' will be stated in the adoption contract. De-clawing of cats/kittens is strictly prohibited. We consider it a mutilation. For more information on de-clawing, please visit our education page. Dogs/Puppies are to be adopted as companion animals and should be treated as members of the family. In a suburban environment, an adequately fenced yard is required for adoption of dogs/puppies. Exceptions can be made, in the best interest of the animal(s), on a case by case basis and such will be stated in the adoption contract. No animal's appearance shall be altered through professional or home administered cosmetic surgery. This includes but is not limited to: tail docking, ear cropping, dew claw removal, branding-hot/cold, tooth extraction. Appearance alteration for medical or life threatening/hindering situations is allowed, proof of need from a liscensed, qualified veternarian, should be submitted to Whiskers n' Wags before surgery takes place. All animals that are old enough have been spay/neutered by Whiskers -n- Wags Rescue Team, Inc. unless health issues present substantial risks. Animals that are too young at the time of adoption must be spay/neutered on or before the date specified in the adoption contract. If for any reason you are forced to relinquish your pet, the animal is to be returned to Whiskers n' Wags. We will make every effort to find your pet a new, loving home. If you should have any further questions, please contact us. On-Line Adoption Application