*All puppies under the age of 4 months are excluded from the home trial option*
Potential adopters have the opportunity to do a 3 day home trial prior to making the decision to adopt. Reasons to consider doing a home trial:
- This is your first time taking on the responsibility of a pet
- Not all family members (including cats and dogs) are able to meet the pet prior to adoption
- Make sure a new dog and a current dog will get along, even if a dog introduction at the shelter went well
- See if you and the pet connect
- Determine if the pet meets your needs, such as energy and vocal level, training, etc.
- Have the pet checked out by a veterinarian before committing to known or unknown medical problems
Home trials are always recommended and in some cases the staff will require a home trail on a case by case situation. Although dogs are better suited for the 3 day home trial, cats can benefit too.
Home Trials cost nothing and the only requirement is your identification and a signature of a home trial agreement.
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