Adoption

Find Your Furry Forever Friend

At Fur A Good Paws, adopting a pet means welcoming endless love into your life. Our shelter dogs and cats are overjoyed to have a real home—it shines in their eyes! They're fully vetted, up to date on vaccinations, heartworm tested, microchipped, and ready to bring happiness to your family. Plus, pets can help ease loneliness, reduce anxiety, and even lower your blood pressure. It's a no-brainer—adopt your new best friend today!

See Available Pets

Our Pets

Adoptable Pets at Fur A Good Paws

Browse through our list of adoptable pets below. Click on any profile to learn more about the pet's personality, history, and specific needs. If you find a companion that captures your heart, please fill out our adoption application to begin the process.

Adoption Benefits

Discover the Joy of Fur A Good Paws

At Fur A Good Paws, we're all about creating happy tails and happier hearts. We invite you to explore our offerings and see how adopting a pet can enrich your life while making a real difference.

Save a Life

Give a homeless pet a second chance at happiness by adopting from our no-kill shelter.

Save a Life

Give a homeless pet a second chance at happiness by adopting from our no-kill shelter.

Save a Life

Give a homeless pet a second chance at happiness by adopting from our no-kill shelter.

Find Your New Friend

Gain a loyal companion who will bring joy, love, and laughter to your everyday life.

Find Your New Friend

Gain a loyal companion who will bring joy, love, and laughter to your everyday life.

Find Your New Friend

Gain a loyal companion who will bring joy, love, and laughter to your everyday life.

Support Your Community

Your adoption helps us continue our mission to care for animals in Clay County and beyond.

Support Your Community

Your adoption helps us continue our mission to care for animals in Clay County and beyond.

Support Your Community

Your adoption helps us continue our mission to care for animals in Clay County and beyond.

Get Started

Finding Your New Pet is Easy as 1-2-3!

At Fur A Good Paws, adopting a pet is a joyful and straightforward experience. We're here to help you find the perfect furry companion to join your family. Here's how:

1

Fill Out an Application

Ready to add a bundle of joy to your life? Start by completing our adoption application. You can:

Download it from our website
Pick one up at the shelter
Request one via email or Facebook

Be sure to provide as much information as possible so we can get to know you and ensure a perfect match!

1

Fill Out an Application

Ready to add a bundle of joy to your life? Start by completing our adoption application. You can:

Download it from our website
Pick one up at the shelter
Request one via email or Facebook

Be sure to provide as much information as possible so we can get to know you and ensure a perfect match!

1

Fill Out an Application

Ready to add a bundle of joy to your life? Start by completing our adoption application. You can:

Download it from our website
Pick one up at the shelter
Request one via email or Facebook

Be sure to provide as much information as possible so we can get to know you and ensure a perfect match!

2

Application Review

Our dedicated team will review your application carefully. We consider:

Current Pets: All cats and dogs in your home should be spayed or neutered.
Age Requirement: Applicants under 18 must have parental permission.
Home Environment: We aim to place pets in safe, loving homes suited to their needs.

Please allow us up to five days to process your application.

2

Application Review

Our dedicated team will review your application carefully. We consider:

Current Pets: All cats and dogs in your home should be spayed or neutered.
Age Requirement: Applicants under 18 must have parental permission.
Home Environment: We aim to place pets in safe, loving homes suited to their needs.

Please allow us up to five days to process your application.

2

Application Review

Our dedicated team will review your application carefully. We consider:

Current Pets: All cats and dogs in your home should be spayed or neutered.
Age Requirement: Applicants under 18 must have parental permission.
Home Environment: We aim to place pets in safe, loving homes suited to their needs.

Please allow us up to five days to process your application.

3

Meet Your New Best Friend!

Once approved, we'll contact you to schedule a visit. Come to the shelter to meet your potential new family member. If it's a match, you'll be ready to bring your new companion home!

3

Meet Your New Best Friend!

Once approved, we'll contact you to schedule a visit. Come to the shelter to meet your potential new family member. If it's a match, you'll be ready to bring your new companion home!

3

Meet Your New Best Friend!

Once approved, we'll contact you to schedule a visit. Come to the shelter to meet your potential new family member. If it's a match, you'll be ready to bring your new companion home!

Adoption Benefits

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Have queries about adopting, volunteering, or supporting Fur A Good Paws? We're here to help! Check out the answers to some of the most common questions we receive.

What is the adoption process at Fur A Good Paws?

To adopt a pet, simply fill out our adoption application. You can download it from our website, request it via email, or pick one up in person at the shelter. Once you've submitted the form, our team will review it and get back to you with the results. Please allow us a few days to process your application.

What is the adoption process at Fur A Good Paws?

Are there any fees involved in the adoption?

How long does it take to hear back after submitting my application?

Do you provide post-adoption support?

Can I visit the shelter to meet the pets before adopting?

Testimonials

Testimonials from Our Happy Families

Discover what our wonderful supporters say about their experiences with Fur A Good Paws.

"The people here obviously love the animals they care for. And we love the kitties we adopted. Thank you!"
March 2015
"I was so impressed with this place. It was so clean and organized, and the volunteers were so helpful and sweet. We truly found the perfect pet here. Highly recommended!"
Sept 2017
"Very nice and clean environment and the ladies that run this place are super friendly!! People don't realize how much love and work you have to put into a place like this. These ladies go above and beyond expectations. We were very impressed."
June 2018
"I called them when I found 4 abandoned kittens and they took them in . I felt so glad knowing that they would be ok."
May 2018
"Very great with animals and the giving them the care they need or deserve."
April 2019
"He (Salem) is a very happy kitty. We love him so much. He is definitely gonna live a good life. You did an amazing job with him. Thank you so much he is so precious to us."
April 2024

"The people here obviously love the animals they care for. And we love the kitties we adopted. Thank you!"
March 2015
"I was so impressed with this place. It was so clean and organized, and the volunteers were so helpful and sweet. We truly found the perfect pet here. Highly recommended!"
Sept 2017
"Very nice and clean environment and the ladies that run this place are super friendly!! People don't realize how much love and work you have to put into a place like this. These ladies go above and beyond expectations. We were very impressed."
June 2018
"I called them when I found 4 abandoned kittens and they took them in . I felt so glad knowing that they would be ok."
May 2018
"Very great with animals and the giving them the care they need or deserve."
April 2019
"He (Salem) is a very happy kitty. We love him so much. He is definitely gonna live a good life. You did an amazing job with him. Thank you so much he is so precious to us."
April 2024