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Humane Society for Inland Mendocino County

"Our Lives Are in your hands"

"Our Lives Are in your hands""Our Lives Are in your hands"

Adoption FAQs

How do I adopt?

Take a look at our Adoptable Animals, click on any image to submit an electronic adoption application. Do not see an animal you are interested in but still want to submit an application - scroll to the bottom of the Adoptable Animals page and submit a general dog or cat adoption application. 

Once your application is submitted, please give us 3-4 business days for processing and then call our office to follow up (707) 485-0123. 


In addition to the pets you are interested in, we ask you to be open for other recommendations for pets to meet. Our staff know these animals well and are dedicated to helping you find the right fit for your home and lifestyle. Once you find the pet you are ready to adopt, our team will work with you to complete the process and provide any educational consults that may be needed. 

Can I take my new pet home the same day?

In most cases, yes. We actually prefer for you to take your new pet home that day so that he/she can start being part of your family! It’s a good idea to have some things ready for your new pet such as bedding, food, bowls, and toys before you officially adopt a pet. That way, when you fall in love with the right dog or cat, you will be ready.

Sometimes, our adopters are unable to take home their dog or cat the same day. This can be due to a few different factors, including requiring meet-and-greets between resident dogs, additional training requirements, and/or medical reasons. Our adoption team will let you know during the process if an additional meet is necessary before taking home your new family member!

Has my new pet already been vaccinated?

Yes, your new pet will be current on all vaccinations and treatments at the time of adoption. Post adoption, the responsibility will fall on you to keep your dog or cat current on vaccines.

Has my new pet already been spayed or neutered?

Every pet adopted from HSIMC will be spayed or neutered prior to adoption. 

Can I take my new pet home before spay or neuter?

In many cases, yes, as long as you live within Mendocino County or make special arrangements with our adoption team. To take home your pre-adopted pet you will pay a non-refundable $50 hold fee. At the time of adoption, the $50 hold is applied to the adoption cost.  

Can I adopt a pet before it is spayed or neutered?

You can begin the adoption process before your pet is spayed or neutered; this is known as Foster to Adopt. However, before your pet can be legally transferred to your ownership, your pet must be spayed or neutered and the adoption processes must be complete.   

What to do if my new pet becomes unwell after adoption?

Once an animal has been adopted, you will need to pursue veterinary care with a private veterinarian as HSIMC will be unable to continue to provide medical treatment. However, it occasionally happens that animals are not in our care long enough for health issues to become apparent. If you believe your recent adoptee is unwell, please contact us at 707-485-0123 within 7 days of your adoption date and we can advise you on how to proceed.  

What if I need help post adoption?

Our amazing staff is here to help! Please check out our Post Adoption Resources page for more information. 

Post Adoption Resources

What is your return policy?

If, for any reason, an adoption does not work out, the pet must be returned to HSIMC.  


Please call the office at 707-485-0123 or email dogteam@hsimc.org or catteam@hsimc.org to begin the return process.  


Please specify the reason you are returning your pet so that our team can assist you as quickly as possible. 


Please be advised that this return will not be effective immediately and that our team will work with you to answer questions and provide next steps.


If you are having behavior concerns that you hope to resolve, contact dogteam@hsimc.org or catteam@hsimc.org or call the office at 707-485-0123. 


We offer lifetime behavior support for all of our adopted animals and would love to work with you to keep your pet in your home!


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