Adopt a Pet

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It is important that all our animals find permanent and loving homes. Before making the decision to adopt a pet from the Susquehanna SPCA, consider the following:
- Dogs and cats can live at least 10 to 15 years. Adoption is a commitment.
- Housetraining a dog or puppy can be challenging.
- All cats and dogs require annual veterinary visits for check-ups and vaccinations.
- They also need daily exercise and playtime; shelter, food and fresh water; and LOTS of love and patience.
Adoption Policies
Before you can adopt a pet, you must submit an application. It can take up to three days for your application to be processed and approved.
Please note that:
Download an application form by clicking the icon below:
Please note that:
- All animals will be spayed or neurted prior to leaving the shelter.
- If you have owned a pet within the last five years, we require a reference from a veterinarian.
- If you rent or lease your proporty or home, we require permission from your landlord.
- We reserve the right to refuse any application filed with us.
- We reserve the right to reposses any adopted animal if the adopter fails to comply with our Adoption Agreement.
Download an application form by clicking the icon below:
| sspcaadoptionform.pdf |
Adoption Fees

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All pets receive Rabies and Distemper vaccination, deworming medication, feline Leukemia/FIV test (cats only) and are spayed or neutered (age permitting). The following adoption fees help cover the cost of these basic veterinary services.
Dogs:
Cats:
We offer Senior Discounts!
Dogs:
- Over six months old: $65 plus $5 license fee
- Under six months old: $70 plus $5 license fee
Cats:
- SPECIAL! Over six months old: $45 (regularily $60)
- Under six months old: $65
We offer Senior Discounts!
- 25% off the adoption fee for Senior Citizens (60+ years)
- 25% off the adoption fee for Senior Pets (6+ years)
- 50% off for Senior Citizens who adopt Senior Pets