Pet Adoptions.

The main purpose of pet adoptions is to provide a connection, between animals in need of homes and people who can provide them with care. There are hundreds of animals who are in need of caring homes in this city; without animal shelters or humane societies it can be difficult to find help.

We don't sell animals following the Islamic principle from the hadeeth of Abu'l - Zubayr who said:
'I asked Jaabir about the price of dogs and cats. He said, "The Prophet (pbuh) strictly forbade that".'
(Narrated by Muslim, 1569).

Re-homing animals should never be seen as a cheap way to get a pet or an easy excuse to get rid of one because pet's aren't ever free! They are a life time investment in care, toys, boarding, good food, veterinary treatments, etc as well as time for training, play and companionship.

Also, we don't sell pets because too many are bred for profit or without considering the implications of producing more animals - when we should be caring for those already in need.

Before you Consider Adoption.

Do you pass the Pet Test?

Remember, although it's easy to fall in love with a kittie or pup, that's when many problems start - because owning a pet animal is not just a day's fancy. If you are thinking of getting a pet, read through the following check list to see if you are ready, willing and able.
You may notice that Pet Shops don't have these warnings and are quick to encourage people to take animals. The difference is, we're working for the animals, not for profits - and if Pet Shops were more responsible we wouldn't have so many abandoned pets who need to be re-homed.

Take the Pet Test HERE

If you answered "YES" to all those questions:

visit the animal pages to see if we have a pet you're interested in.
download, complete and return the word.doc Adoption Application.
email or call the person listed as a contact for that pet.
together you can decide if that pet's suitable for you, and you're suitable for the pet.
If they're happy for you to adopt / foster, arrangements can be made directly with them.

If you can't find the pet you were looking for today, contact us via email newhomes@openpaws.org, we may have information on animals who have not yet been listed on the website or we can put you on a waiting list if one becomes available.

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What about Pet Fostering?

Perhaps you know you can't commit to a pet. But could you offer your home, love and care, temporarily, to an animal in urgent need? Then maybe you could be a foster home for PAWS?

Or maybe you would like a companion animal but don’t think you'd be able to take it home with you at the end of the contact, would you be able to help us by fostering one? For more information on fostering or contract adoption, visit the Fostering Page.

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Would You Like Help To Re-Home a Pet Animal?

If you need help re-homing a pet, orphan or abandoned animal unfortunately we don’t have any shelter or kennel facilities to take it directly. We certainly don't have time for people who are breeding animals or expect to sell them through this site (why not? - follow the links to the Questions & Answers page to find out).

So, do you really have to give up your pet?

Be honest with yourself as to whether you are giving up your pet because you really have to.
We’ve heard all sorts of reasons why people are giving up their pets; some are leaving the kingdom, some are expecting a new baby, one woman gave up her cat because she didn’t want the fluffy white fur on the sofa! As you can see sometimes it’s more serious than others. If you care for your pet, maybe we can help you keep it - most problems with behaviour or circumstance can be overcome, if you put in a little effort.
ask the vet

Re-home Application

Download this word.doc file or email the adoption co-ordinator to request your copy.
Once we have received your request we may contact you if we need any extra information. Then we can post the adoption notice on the website.
It isn’t always easy to find homes for animals, don’t assume we can do it all for you – we can only assist.

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