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ADOPT A PET DOG
At SDI, we never return a dog to a shelter. Instead, we adopt them out to loving pet homes. Career change dogs still receive training, enrichment and care just like the other dogs in our care.

Value of Adopted Dogs:
Service
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Spayed/neutered
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Current on all vaccinations
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Tested for heart worm and other parasites
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Examined by veterinarian
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Boarded and trained for 3+ months
Total Value
Value
$250
$100
$100
$50
$1,500
$2,000
Requirements to adopt:
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Adopters must be at least 21 years old
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Able to visit our Training Center in Dripping Springs to meet the dog
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A fenced yard or reasonable exercise area
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Commitment to humane care as stated in the adoption contract
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The dog must live as an indoor dog and have access to shelter outdoors. The dog may not be kept solely as an outside dog.
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Agree the dog will be a family pet and will not be used as a Service Dog
Process to adopt:
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View our available dogs below
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Submit an adoption application online
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Answer follow-up questions from SDI by email or phone
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Attend a Meet-and-Greet at our Training Center in Dripping Springs
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All family members should attend
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Please bring any dogs you already own
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Home visit – take the dog to your home for 5-7 days, enough time for the dog to relax in your home so you can see what day-to-day life partnership will be like.
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Sign the adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee.
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Plan to take your dog to obedience training to build your relationship and help the dog learn what is expected in his new family. Choose a training program that emphasizes positive reinforcement and building a relationship with your dog. This continues the approach used during training at SDI — and you will probably be the star of your class!