County-Run Public Service Department

Adopt a Dog

Review adoptable dogs and submit an adoption application. The shelter houses dogs only. Applications are reviewed by staff in submission order.

Apply to Adopt View on Petfinder View on Adopt-a-Pet
Brown and white dog resting on turf in a shelter play yard
Shelter-based adoption focus.

Adoption Process

  1. Review adoptable dogs on Petfinder and Adopt-a-Pet.
  2. Submit the adoption application.
  3. Staff reviews the application and follows up.
  4. Meet-and-greet and final placement steps are coordinated by shelter staff.

Adoption-Focused Highlights

Recent calm, adoption-ready photos from the shelter.

Brown and white dog lying calmly on turf near a plush toy
Calm temperament and toy engagement.
Brown dog sitting attentively on turf and looking toward camera
Attentive seated portrait.
Tri-color dog sitting in light snow and looking directly at camera
Composed winter portrait.

Adoption Support

Professional handling and placement support are part of the county adoption process.

Staff member holding a dog during supervised adoption handling
Supervised handling and assessment.
Volunteer kneeling next to dogs during socialization work
Daily socialization support.
Tan and white dog seated in shelter play yard
Shelter-to-home placement pathway.

Currently Available Dogs

This section is maintained by shelter staff and updates as dogs become available.

Application Handling

Online applications are converted into PDF and sent directly to shelter staff email routing. No user account is required.

Additional updates: Monroe County Dog Shelter on Facebook.