Adoption Package and Fees

The adoption package for a dog or a cat includes:

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  • Vet exam
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  • Microchip & inclusion in national registry
  • Personalized ID tag
  • Spay or neuter surgery
  • First vaccinations & de-worming
  • 45 days of pet health insurance
  • $10 discount on dog obedience classes
  • Temporary collar
  • Temporary leash for dogs or a carrier for cats
  • Buy-one/get-one-free special on Science Diet pet food at Davenport’s Den

Adoption Fees

  • Puppies: starting at $125 (rare shelter breeds up to $350)
  • Dogs: starting at $100 (rare shelter breeds up to $350)
  • Senior Dogs (7+ years): starting at $60
  • Kittens: starting at $90
  • Cats: starting at $75
  • Senior Cats (7+ years): starting at $40
  • 2-for-1 Cats: Adopt any cat or kitten and we’ll waive the adoption fee on the second cat (within 30 days of the first adoption).
  • Rabbits: $35
  • Guinea Pigs: $20
  • Birds: starting at $10
  • Other Small Animals: starting at $5

WHS does not accept checks for adoptions or merchandise. We do accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, and debit cards.

Hold Fees

Potential adopters can place a one-day hold on an animal for $10. To place a hold, you must complete and fax your adoption application and call customer service at (503) 585-5900. Staff will process your hold and credit card information over the phone. Holds expire at the close of business on the following day.