undergunfire wrote:
Brandy456 wrote:
But not only pet stores that are rediculisly expensive but the Humane society's too.
for a dog its 230$. Like they get these animals for free but they sell them soo expensive.
They have to be "expensive". They give the dogs their shots, spays/neuters, feed them, ect. They need to have higher adoption fees to support their shelter, so that they CAN bring in more dogs to rescue and adopt out.
The dog I was looking at Din't haveits shots or spay because it was a pup. But still your going to end up paying all that later on. I know that they need money becuase they are non-profit. But siriously I can buy a Bunny at the pet-store for 45$ but at the Humane society its like 60$. I know its a good cause but I also have to think about my money.
Just noticed, Puppies are 330.
I have a list of what they do for the dogs, But most of the pup's havent gotten this done yet as they are to young.
[align=center]The Price of Adoption: Exactly what are you paying for?[/align]
[align=center](Please note: the information below explains what is included in the adoption fee for cats and dogs at the Ottawa Humane Society. [/align]
Routine Procedures prior to Adoption
Average Market Cost for the Procedures
OHS Adoption Price
Dogs receive a
temperament assessment prior to being placed for adoption. This translates into much needed information about the dog; in order to make the best possible match between the potential adopter and the canine, for a successful and permanent placement.
$57.00
Included
Health Checking: all animals receive a routine health check by our Veterinary technical staff prior to adoption. A Veterinarian will examine all animals requiring a diagnosis or prescription.
$50.00
Included
All animals receive medication for internal parasites. When an animal is suspected of having other parasites, a stool sample is taken, examined under the microscope and if positive, the veterinarian sees the animal and prescribes medication.
$35.00
Included
dogs are treated if they have fleas.
$9.00
Included
The first vaccination is given and if the animal is within our system for any extended period of time, they will receive a booster (2nd vaccination).
$27.50
Included
All animals are implanted with a microchip (a permanent form of identification) prior to being adopted.
$60.00
Included
All adopters are automatically enrolled with Petplan Insurance for 6-8 weeks of coverage, effective 48 hours post adoption.
Avg. $45.00
Included
Our Adoption fee is the best deal around!
OHS Adoption Price:
$150.$330.
I edited out the cat options.
