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ADOPT
Save An Angel is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization. Every day we provide lifesaving care to homeless and at-risk dogs and cats that enter our Rescue Program. We believe in going above and beyond to give every animal the care and kindness they deserve. Our team of dedicated foster families makes it possible for us to take in pets in need, provide medical care and rehabilitation when necessary, and place them into loving, forever homes.
ADOPTABLE PETS
All of the pets in our care are in foster homes. We do not operate an animal shelter or boarding facility. To meet one of our pets, please review all of the information on this page and then complete an adoption application.
Questions?
ADOPTION PROCESS:
Thank you for your interest in adopting from Save An Angel. We will adopt animals to adults 21 years of age and older who live in the Central Texas area - generally within 45 miles of Austin, Texas.
Our adoption process was designed to ensure we find the best possible match for both our pets and potential adopters. Each step is an important and necessary part of the process.
Our Rescue & Adoption Program is driven by our incredible team of volunteers and fosters. We do our best to respond to all inquiries in a timely manner. Adherence to the process detailed below ensures that we are able to get back to every applicant as promptly as possible. Thank you for choosing to rescue. We look forward to welcoming you into the Save An Angel family!
Step 1: Adoption Application
If you are interested in adopting one of our pets, the first step is to complete an adoption application. This application will help us learn more about you, your lifestyle, and your background with animals. Applications are PROCESSED on a first come, first served basis, BUT applications are APPROVED based on which application is the best match for the pet.
Adoption applications are required to set up a meet and greet with one of our pets.
Step 2: Preliminary Review
Your application will initially be screened to determine if all necessary information was provided. If needed, we will contact you to request additional information.
Step 3: Veterinary Reference Check
We will contact your veterinarian to verify that your previous and currents pets are receiving appropriate veterinary care and are current on their vaccinations, on monthly preventatives, and are spayed/neutered.
PLEASE NOTE: If you/your veterinarian cannot verify the spay/neuter, vaccination, and heartworm preventative (dog only) records of your current pets, processing of your application will be put on hold until you can provide this information.
Step 4: Landlord Verification (if applicable)
If you rent your home, we will contact your landlord directly to verify that pets are permitted and that the pet you are adopting would not violate pet related restrictions.
Step 5: Meet & Greet
Our organization does not have a facility where you can meet the pets in our care, so we rely on foster homes, off-site adoption events, and adoption habitats at local pet stores. Once your application is approved, we will forward your application to the person caring for the pet who will then contact you to arrange a meet and greet. This meeting can take place at the foster’s residence, a public location, or at your home – it is at the discretion of the foster parent.
Step 6: Home Visit
A home visit is an informal chance for us to get to know you and your family. You will be visited by a Save An Angel volunteer and usually the pet you are wanting to adopt. The volunteer will do a short walk-through of your home and yard to ensure its safety and to advise you on any areas of concern.
*If our home visit volunteer has any major concerns about your home environment, or if you refuse a home visit, your application will be denied at this point in the process.
Step 7: Finalizing Adoption & Going Home
A home visit is an informal chance for us to get to know you and your family. You will be visited by a Save An Angel volunteer and usually the pet you are wanting to adopt. The volunteer will do a short walk-through of your home and yard to ensure its safety and to advise you on any areas of concern.
Upon a successful meet and greet and home visit, you are required to sign an adoption contract and to provide payment of the adoption fee for the pet that you are adopting. At this time in the adoption process, you assume physical and financial responsibility of the pet.