Animal Services

Adoption Requirements

1. Must not exceed the number of adult dogs per household as per county ordinance
   1. under one acre - 4 dogs allowed
   2. between one and two acres - 6 dogs allowed
   3. over two acres - 8 dogs allowed
2. Copies of Driver's License or valid State picture ID.
3. Proof of current address where pet will reside.
4. Must be 18 years of age or older.
5. Must pay adoption fee.
6. If adopting a pet with a medical condition, must sign a medical release.
7. If adopting a pet that has not yet been sterilized, adopter must sign a Spay / Neuter agreement and pay a $50.00 refundable deposit -- provided proof of compliance has been submitted -- as per Florida Statue 823-15. This agreement is only available to Miami-Dade
   County residents.
8. If adopting a puppy or dog must pick up with a collar and leash.

For a printable version of the requirements for adoption, click on the following links:

• Adoption Requirements  (English/Spanish)

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