FAQs
Is the Piatt County Animal Shelter a no-kill shelter?
The real question should be how do all of us, as a civilized society, solve the problem of stray and abandoned pets. While there are many good answers to this question, there is no one, easy, cure-all answer.
The Piatt County Animal Shelter will not turn away animals in need. Nevertheless, we have limited space and limited fostering capability. That said, we do not have a sheltering time limit or a death row.
We believe:
- Unwanted pets deserve a dignified, painless death rather than suffer from the cruelties associated with an unwanted and/or uncared-for existence, such as malnutrition, disease, or trauma.
- Long-term housing in cages without access to exercise or social activities is not an acceptable alternative.
- Euthanasia is a last-step, end-of-the-road option to spare animals further hardship and suffering.
This is a complex issue. Don't reduce it to simplistic, misleading terms like kill or no-kill. Educate yourself!
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What animals do we accept?
We currently accept small animals, including:
- Cats
- Dogs
- Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, etc.
- Limited reptiles
- Limited birds
In the future, we hope to accept large animals, such as horses and goats.
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What services do we offer our four-footed clients?
- Disease testing
- Vaccinations
- Spay/neuter
- Microchip
- Foster homes
- Forever homes
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What is our adoption process?
Applicants must complete:
- An application that includes references
- A contract stating 1) the application information is correct, and 2) the adopter fully understands the contract
Piatt County Animal Shelter personnel will screen applicants. Screening includes, but is not limited to a:
- Background check
- Reference check
- Possible home inspection
Adopters must:
- Pay a non-refundable adoption fee (amount to be determined).
- Sign forms stating 1) the animal will be returned to our shelter if the adopter cannot continue providing care, and 2) the shelter has no liability for the actions of the animal after adoption.
- Relinquish fee (amount to be determined on a case-by-case basis) if the animal is returned.
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