Pet adoption

Any animal that has been admitted into the pound either as a lost animal or surrendered by its owner, may become available for adoption.

All animals adopted from the pound must be de-sexed, microchipped, wormed, vaccinated and registered with Council prior to release. The cost to adopt an animal from the pound will vary depending on the veterinary work required, however it is approximately $100 - $400 for a dog or cat.

Animals must undergo a veterinary exam and a behavioural test prior to adoption.

•The veterinary exam will attempt to discover any current medical condition. Animals that are old or have minor veterinary issues may be made available for adoption.  Any known conditions and subsequent veterinary requirements will be explained to a new owner.

•The behavioural test attempts to prevent aggressive, anti-social animals or animals with known vices such as excessive barking, or habitual escapees from being made available for adoption. However, most pound animals do not have a known history and each animal’s behaviour may vary with different people, animals and environments.

Included in the adoption process, is the opportunity to spend some time with the animal at the pound and allow any current pets to meet the possible new addition.

Council offers a guarantee on all animals adopted from the pound. If an animal is not acceptable to a purchaser because of health, physical or other reasons (excluding accidents), which is supported by a statement from a veterinary practitioner, within seven days of purchase, Council will accept the animal back and refund the purchase price of the animal.

If an animal is returned within three days for any other reason, Council will refund 75% of the purchase price or offer a replacement animal with the same guarantee.

If the animal dies or is euthanased as a result of a disease that is traceable to the point of sale, Council will refund the purchase price or offer a replacement animal with the same guarantee.

Animals available for adoption

If you are interested in adopting an animal from the list below, please give us a call and quote the animals name.