How To Adopt

1) Come see us at 430 Waller Mill Road, Williamsburg, VA and visit with one of our wonderful animals waiting for you to be their forever home!

2) Fill out our Application for Adoption.  Once approved, there will be a 24-hour hold on the pet. 

3) Return to the Humane Society to complete the adoption process.

Adoption Fees:

All cats/kittens that are already spayed/neutered are $75 each/or 2 cats for the price of 1!
(Promotion offerred for a limited time)

 
Adoption Fees Include:

1. All initial vaccines
2. Flea & Tick protection while at HHS
3. Avid Microchip
4. Heartworm or Feline Leukemia Testing
5. Starter bag of Hill’s Science Diet Food
6. Any medication needed white at HHS

**We only accept Cash or Visa/MasterCard***

Surgery Expense:
A dog/puppy or cat/kitten that is scheduled to be altered by one of HHS’s participating vet clinics will cost an additional estimated $150.00 to $200.00.

Picking Up Your New Pet:
Please bring your own carrier for cats/kittens and collar and leash for dogs/puppies.  We sell Lupine collars and leashes at the shelter that are guaranteed for life!

The Heritage Humane Society reserves the right to do a home check - either before or after the adoption has taken place - at the management's discretion.

Before You Adopt. . .

Adopting a pet can be a great experience for you and your family.  A new pet can instantly warm your heart as they join your family.  A new pet can also be a challenge if you have not considered all the factors before you adopt.  Before you make the decision, be sure to think about this:

Why do you want a pet?  It’s important to consider this question before you adopt.  Your pet will be with you for years to come, so you should make sure you are adopting for the right reasons. 

Can you afford a pet? Are you prepared to spend $400 to $700 a year on food, medical care, training classes, toys and more?

Do you have time for a pet?  Taking care of a pet can be time-consuming.  Pets require food, water, exercise, care and companionship every day. 

Does your housing allow pets?  Many apartments and other rental communities have restrictions or don’t allow pets at all.  Check with them before you visit us.

Are you ready to take care of your pet their entire lifetime?  When you chose to adopt a pet, you are committing yourself to the pet for the rest of their lives.  Taking care of a pet requires a responsible owner.  A pet needs constant love and attention, just as humans do.   That said, adopting a pet can be a very rewarding experience when you and your pet create a true, loving bond that will last a lifetime.