Questions, answered.
Fill out our online adoption application. An adoption coordinator will reach out within a week to talk about your lifestyle and the dog you're interested in.
Seniors (7+ years) are $650, adults (1–7 years) $900 and puppies (under 1 year) $1,000. Fees offset vet care, transport, spay/neuter, vaccines and microchipping.
Most adoptions take two to four weeks from application to homecoming, depending on references and home checks.
No. Many of our dogs thrive in apartments. We match energy levels with your daily routine, not your square footage.
Yes! Every profile notes whether the dog has been cat-tested in a foster home.
Absolutely. We'll match you with a dog who has shown they're comfortable around children.
Restrictions come from what we've observed in foster care. They protect both the dog and your family and set everyone up for success.
No. A safe, loving indoor space and regular walks are all that's needed.
Many fosters work full-time. We'll match you with an adult dog comfortable with alone time, and can help arrange midday walkers.
Happy Tails covers 100% of veterinary care, plus food, crates and supplies.
Anywhere from two weeks to a few months. You can always request a short-term or emergency-only placement.
Just tell us. Our foster coordinators will move the dog to another home with no judgement.
Contact local authorities first in an emergency, then message our community reporter line with photos and a location so we can coordinate.
Yes. Happy Tails is a registered non-profit and issues tax receipts for every eligible gift.
Of course — we need drivers, photographers, event helpers and sanctuary walkers.
Reach out through our surrender form. We'll talk through options and, where possible, help you keep your dog.