Pet Adoptions

Adoptions take place at our main shelter located at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Ave. in Palm City and our thrift stores located at 1099 NW 21st St.in Stuart and 2585 SE Federal Highway in Stuart. Adoption applications are “first come, first served”. We ask that you are prepared to take your pet home the same day.

Viewing hours are from 10am to 5pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sunday. Please stop by any of our locations during these times to interact with available pets and complete an adoption application.

• Adoption applications are “first come, first served”. We ask that you are prepared to take your pet home the same day as the adoption
• Please keep in mind, children and four-legged friends should be included in the final decision to adopt. We do allow meet and greets for family pets.
• Be aware: there is no guarantee that you will be approved for the particular pet for which you have applied. We are looking for the best fit for the pet and potential adopter. You may be encouraged to meet a different pet that may be a better fit.
• Adoption fees are non-refundable. Our counselors and expert staff spend a lot of time helping you make a good decision about bringing home a new family member. We encourage you to be certain about your decision before finalizing your adoption.
• HSTC reserves the right to deny any adoption application, for any reason.

• Sterilization (spay or neuter)
• Overall wellness check by licensed veterinarian
• Age-appropriate vaccinations (including Rabies if over 4 months of age at time of adoption)
• First de-worming (hookworms & roundworms)
• Microchip and registration
• Fecal Test
• Behavior Assessment
• Free Behavior Hotline for Tips or Training Advice
• Heartworm test for dogs over 6 months of age
• Feline Leukemia/Aids testing for cats
• $30 off one of our HSTC Dog Obedience Classes
• And More!

We also offer special adoption promotions throughout the year.