Adoption Information

Thank you for your interest in the Sugar Land Animal Shelter. Whether you already have a specific pet in mind or are looking to find a match, we are here to help you every step of the way.

Step 1: Meet our Adoptable Pets!

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You can see adoptable pets by visiting the shelter during normal business hours or see them online.

  • Sugar Land Animal Shelter 
    • Located at 101B Gillingham, Sugar Land, TX 77478
    • Hours (Tues-Fri 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.)
  • See adoptable pets online 

Need help or not sure who might be a good fit?

If you know what type of personality or pet would best fit your lifestyle, we would love to help you find  a match! We highly recommend visiting the shelter in person - please contact us if you would like to coordinate a meet and greet.

Step 2: Sleepover or Straight Adoption?

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Once you have selected a pet, you have the option of a sleepover or straight adoption. 

Sleepover Option

The shelter offers a trial period of 3-5 days to see how a selected pet fits into your lifestyle outside the shelter. It's a great opportunity to explore the pet's personality in a stress-free environment, whether you have other pets, children, or aren't ready to fully commit. After the trial period, you can schedule an adoption appointment or return the pet if it's not a good fit.

Straight adoption

If you feel a strong connection or experience love at first sight with a pet, you have the option to adopt them right away. They can become a permanent part of your family. Straight adoption is convenient for many families, but it's worth mentioning that sleepovers are often encouraged.

Step 3: Adoption Appointment

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If you have found you new forever friend, great! We will coordinate an adoption appointment. Appointments usually take 15 minutes and cover information such as:

  • review of microchipping information
  • discussion of the pet's medical history and (if any) upcoming medical treatments
  • signing of an adoption contract
  • payment of adoption fees (if applicable)

Adoption Fees

Adoptions include an initial medical exam, microchip, spay/neuter procedure (if not already complete), rabies vaccine, age-appropriate core vaccines, heartworm testing for dogs, fecal testing, deworming, as well as heartworm and flea prevention. 

Animal Type Under 6 monthsOlder than 6 months
Dogs (Currently Waived)$100 $50
Cats$50$35