Adoption Requirements

The Martinsville-Henry County SPCA screens all potential adopters to ensure that the animal will have a safe and loving home. Those who are interested in adopting an animal from the SPCA can fill out an adoption application online or in person. To avoid any delays, filling out an online application will speed up the review process prior to visiting. Below are some general requirements for adopting a pet from the SPCA.

You must be at least 18 years of age
You must complete an adoption/foster application and be approved
Have the knowledge and consent of all adults living in your household
Have the adoption fee in either credit card, cash, or check

If the adopter has another dog, it may be mandatory that we do a meet and greet at the SPCA. This ensures that everyone in the household will get along. We may request a meet and greet that includes your children.

3-3-3 Rule

Expect your new pet to adjust slowly to a new home and new routine. Often, they have been in shelters or on their own for long periods of time and need lots of time and patience.

3 days to decompress: animals may show nervousness, hiding, reduced appetite, or guarding of food and water
3 weeks to settle into a routine: animals will begin to explore and show parts of their true personality
3 months to build trust and feel fully comfortable: animal's true personality has come out

Adoption Prices

Adult Cats: $40
Kittens: $60
Adult Dogs under 20 pounds: $150
Adult Dogs over 20 pounds: $100
Puppies: $160

The prices listed above include the pets spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate initial vaccines, rabies vaccine if old enough at time of adoption, monthly preventatives (heartworm & flea/tick prevention) have already been administered, heartworm testing in all adult dogs (6 months and older), FeLv/FIV and heartworm testing in all cats and kittens, and a FREE pet ID tag printed in house!

It is highly advised that if you live in Martinsville City or Henry County that you immediately purchase a city or county animal license from the Treasurer’s office for your respected jurisdiction, as it is required by law.