ADOPT

MEET OUR PETS

DOGS

CATS

OTHER ANIMALS

THE ADOPTION PROCESS

  • Adoptions are first come, first served during business hours.
  • All available animals are kept up to date on our website and can be met at the shelter during regular business hours.
  • Most animals can be freely viewed in the shelter, while large dogs are viewable online and require staff assistance for a meet and greet.
  • Animals listed online are available to meet at the shelter unless they are in foster care. If in foster care, an appointment is required.

During your visit, our animal care and behavior team will guide you through meeting your potential pet, and our adoption team will finalize the process once you’ve made your decision.

Have questions about an animal or the adoption process?
Email us at adoption@psanimalshelter.org—we’re happy to help.

ADOPTION FEES

  • Puppies (under 6 months):
    • Small breed: $275
    • Large breed: $200
  • Small Dogs: $200
  • Large Dogs: $25 (until further notice)
  • Senior Small Dogs (over 6 years): $100
  • Kittens: $140
  • Adult Cats: $100
  • Senior Cats (over 6 years): $75
  • Pocket Pets (hamsters, guinea pigs, etc.):$25
  • **Adoption Heroes have individually set adoption fees.

ADOPTION POLICIES

  • Must be at least 18 years old to adopt
  • Must provide valid photo ID
  • Residents of Palm Springs must purchase a dog license with a dog adoption
  • PSAS reserves the right to refuse an adoption for any reason

WHAT ADOPTION FEES COVER

All adoption fees collected assist in the daily care and ongoing needs of our animals. Every animal available for adoption has been provided a full medical examination and behavioral assessment.

  • spaying/neutering
  • up-to-date vaccinations
  • microchip and registration
  • medical examination
  • behavior assessment
  • certificate for a free veterinary exam
  • discount on pet insurance
  • discount at our in-house retail store

We reserve the right to hold special animal adoption promotions wherein prices may be reduced or waived altogether.

**Adoption Hero fees help support enrichment for other pets in our care—things like toys, training, playgroups, and daily stimulation. When you adopt an Adoption Hero, you’re helping more than just one animal.

ADOPTION RETURN POLICY

If for any reason your adoption doesn’t work out as planned, you may return your pet  to the Palm Springs Animal Shelter. Adoption fees are non-refundable, but in many cases you may exchange the pet for one that fits your lifestyle better. Exchanges for new pets are available within 60 days of the return

POLICY ON PET COSMETIC ALTERATIONS

The Palm Springs Animal Shelter’s policy is that adopters will not subject adopted pets to non-medically necessary cosmetic alterations (e.g. ear cropping, de-clawing, tail docking, de-barking).

For more information about cat de-clawing and why it is never in the cat’s best interest, please visit the Paw Project’s website.

GARDEN CATS PROGRAM

Our Garden Cats Program gives less socialized cats a chance to thrive by putting their natural rodent-control skills to work. In exchange for room and board, they live under the care of an understanding caregiver in settings like ranches, farms, wineries, warehouses, and even backyard spaces.
LEARN MORE ABOUT GARDEN CATS