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"There is no psychiatrist
in the world
like a dog licking your face
~ Ben Williams~


Adoptions

Thank you for considering to adopt a shelter animal. We sincerely hope that we can be of service to you in finding a family pet.

Choosing to adopt a homeless pet from the Capital Humane Society is a kind act. We appreciate your support and willingness to offer a lifetime of love to an animal in need.

All Dogs and Cats entering the adoption program receive a health exam by the shelter veterinarian; are spayed or neutered; receive treatment for fleas, ticks, intestinal worms or mites; are tested for Heartworm or Feline Leukemia; receive a first or booster set of vaccinations; are Micro-chipped.

The cost of Adopting a Dog or Cat is $126.37:
Adoption fee: $90.00
Rabies deposit: $10.00
City License fee:$19.00
Collar: $ 1.00
Tax: $ 6.37

If the dog or cat is current on rabies vaccination, the deposit fee is waived.

No license fee is charged to those living outside the city of Lincoln.

    Adoption Hours

    Monday through Friday 11:30am-7:00pm
    Saturday 8:30am-3:00pm
    Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm

    All adoptions and animal interactions will end 30 minutes before we close.