AARF holds adoption clinics almost every weekend, generally on Saturdays, for adopters to be able to meet and adopt companions. For a listing of times and locations check on our Events Page.  

• Please understand we are not a first come first adopt agency.  
• All adopters must complete an application, interview, sign an adoption agreement, and home visit to adopt.
• Application does not guarantee adoption.
• AARF does require both spouse be 21yrs or older to adopt.
• AARF does not place puppies under 6mon. into homes with children 4yrs and under. Exceptions can be made on a case by case basis. 
• AARF does not hold dogs as our goal is to place dogs into loving homes in a timely manner. 
• All members of the household must meet the dog either prior to the adoption or during the home visit. **Exceptions for out of area adoptions may be available on a case by case basis**
• AARF RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DECLINE SERVICE / ADOPTION TO ANYONE (EXCLUDING PROTECTED CLASSES)
• COMPLETING AN APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADOPTION!​

​Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions by clicking HERE.

​ ​ A NOTE REGARDING PRE APPROVALS: 

• **Because every dog is unique we can only pre-approve applications for a specific dog. 
• **ONLY pre-approved applicants can handle puppies. 
• **To adopt ALL applications MUST be received by 12pm the Friday prior to the clinic to ensure processing time. 
• **Applications after this date and time are welcome to come speak with staff but there are no guarantees their application will be reviewed or approved to adopt. 

*Adoption fees:*

• Large breed adults: $250 
• Small breed adults: $300 
• Puppies: $350 

​This is a general fee scale. AARF reserves the right to change the fee up or down at any point for any reason. 

·   All dogs adopted from AARF  

• Spayed/Neutered (No exceptions)
• Current on age appropriate vaccinations
• Dewormed
• Microchipped 
   

·     ONLINE adoption application is available HERE 

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