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Whether you are adopting a cat or dog, or even a more exotic pet, there is now a whole process you must go through. Not only does this process vary from state to state, it can even vary by facility.

Whichever installation you go to, there seem to be a few basic things that are required:

- - - - That you have a stable home.

- - - - That you are financially capable of not only adoption fees, but also any medical needs that may arise.
- - - - -That you have at least an idea of where you will seek that medical treatment.

Many facilities now require that you have proof of a veterinary appointment before taking custody of the animal.

Certain basic information will be required when submitting an application:

---- Home environment (Do you own? Rent?)

---- Employment information
----Length of time the pet will be left alone per day
----Basic pet environment (where will the pet be allowed to go?)
----Veterinarian information

Most places require you to apply for a specific animal that is up for adoption, and there are no guarantees that you will receive that animal. Usually there are multiple apps for that specific one, and someone else may be better suited to take that one. If this is the case, you will need to start the process over with a new animal in mind.

The best thing to do when you first decide on a pet is to do an online search for shelters in your area. One of the best places to start your search is PetFinder.com, but there are many, many other sites that are also very good and meet the specific needs that you bring into the equation.

I recently adopted my cat, Thomas, from a local shelter. I remember thinking it felt like I was trying to adopt a child, and you are. No matter what type of pet you choose, you will choose a new addition to your family; one that will become an integral part of your day to day. It will be in the best interest of you and your pet in the long run if you adapt as well as possible.

I am very happy to see that adopting a pet has become much more complicated than going to your local shelter, pointing out a pet, and paying a fee. I saw many, many pets go to unsuitable homes like that. Now all pets and owners are thoroughly screened to make sure this doesn’t happen and that the adjustment is a happy one for all.

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