ASPCA: New York City: Adopting from the ASPCA

1. What You Need in Order to Adopt

Thank you for considering adopting a companion animal from the ASPCA!

Now that you feel you are ready to adopt, we want to find the right match for you. You are about to make an important commitment that should not be rushed into. Your new pet will be with you for years, and choosing him or her is a big decision. Please check out our adoption tips for more information.

When you are ready to visit the 92nd Street ASPCA Adoption Center, please bring the following to facilitate the adoption process:

Two forms of identification, one with your current address on it and one picture ID (A telephone, utility or cable television bill qualifies as one form. We will also accept a driver's license, passport, or student or work ID.)
Two personal references, both reachable by phone
Proof of vaccination for current pets in your home, or your veterinary clinic's contact information
Proof of income
If you are adopting a dog, please bring in all members of your household to meet their new pet. If you already have a dog at home, please bring him or her along.

If you have any questions, please call the Adoption Desk at (212) 876-7700, ext. 4120.

The ASPCA Adoption Center offers you and your new animal companion the following benefits:

A certificate for 14 days of free follow-up veterinary care and medical support at the ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital
A leash and collar or pet carrier to help you bring your new companion animal home
Literature and information about animal behavior and what to expect from your new pet
Spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchipping plus registration, FeLV/FIV testing for cats and heartworm testing for dogs, all included in the adoption fee

2. View Available Animals

3. Download Applications
You can get a head start on the adoption process by downloading and printing a dog or cat adoption application. Simply fill out the applications and bring them to our Adoption Center staff when you visit the shelter. Applications are also available at our offices.

Adoption fees for companion animals:
$75 for adult cats
$125 for one kitten, $150 for two
$75 to $200 for dogs (smaller and younger dogs have higher adoption fees); mandatory obedience classes for puppies, $70 for 8 classes

- ASPCA Adoption Application for a Cat
- ASPCA Adoption Application for a Dog

4. Directions and Hours
424 E. 92nd St
New York, NY 10128

Mondays through Saturdays: 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Sundays: 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
As hours are subject to change, please call (212) 876-7700, ext. 4120, to confirm.

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How to Get to the ASPCA: By subway: Take the 4, 5, or 6 Lexington Ave. train to 86th St. and walk toward First Avenue. By bus: Take the M15 bus uptown on 1st Ave./Water St. (M15 bus downtown on 2nd Ave. from 125th St.) to 92nd St. By car: There are several public parking garages in the area for drivers.