SPCA of Texas -€“ PetSmart in Mesquite

Adoption process

The cost of adopting a dog varies based on age and specific designation. The fees are as follows: puppies aged 0-6 months are $250, adult dogs 6 months or older are $125, VIP dogs are $50, and senior dogs aged 7 years and older are also $50. A valid picture ID is required to adopt an animal from the SPCA of Texas. Included in the dog adoption are several services and items: spay or neuter surgery, 30 days of pet health insurance provided by PetHealth, a physical exam, health evaluation, behavior assessment, distemper vaccination, kennel cough (Bordetella) vaccination, rabies vaccination (if the dog is at least 4 months old), a rabies tag, a starter bag of Hill's Science Diet dog food, flea and tick treatment, a heartworm test for adults, heartworm preventative for puppies and adults, free heartworm treatment for all heartworm-positive dogs through our partnership with VCA Animal Hospitals, de-worming treatment, a microchip, follow-up support, a free health examination within fourteen days of adoption (also through VCA Animal Hospitals), and a temporary leash. For cat adoption, the costs are as follows: kittens are $125 and adult cats are available at a "name your own price" option, with a two-for-one deal. A valid picture ID is also required to adopt a cat from the SPCA of Texas. Included in the cat adoption are spay or neuter surgery, 30 days of pet health insurance provided by PetHealth, a physical exam, health evaluation, behavior assessment, vaccinations for Feline Rhinotracheitis, Calici, and Pan-Leukopenia as appropriate, kennel cough (Bordetella) vaccination, rabies vaccination (if the cat is at least 4 months old), a rabies tag, a starter bag of Hill's Science Diet cat food, flea and tick treatment, de-worming treatment, a microchip, follow-up support, a free health examination within fourteen days of adoption (thanks to our partnership with VCA Animal Hospitals), a temporary carrier, and a microchip.