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Waived fee adoptions

Give a long-stay pet a fresh start. Explore the pets and requirements for waived fee adoption.

An adopter spending time with a shelter dog

PVAS runs year-roud programs that waive adoption fees for long-stay pets, educators, sponsored events, and more. All pets still come fully vetted: vaccines, spay and neuter*, microchip, and dewormer included.

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ADOPTION PROGRAM - PALM VALLEY ANIMAL SOCIETY

Ways to adopt fee-free

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Long-Stay Dogs

Dogs that have been with us for more than 30 days and are 6+months old are eligible for this program.

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Teacher's Pet

Active and retired education professionals receive a fee-waived adoption on any pet. Bring your school ID or proof of employe

👤K-12 & higher ed educators

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First Responders

Active & retired first responders qualify for fee-waived adoptions. Must reside in the state of Texas, ID required.

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Paws 4 Patriots

The Paws 4 Patriots programs provides fee-waived adoptions for active and retired military veterans. We're grateful for your service and for the care and security they provide for their family and pets.

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Seniors for Seniors

Seniors for Seniors pairs senior pets (7+) with senior humans (65+) for a match that beneffits both! Adoption fees are waived!

👤Open to everyone

EVENT BASED

Sponsor-Funded Events

Partners like Petco Love and Bissell periodically fund fee-waived adoption weekends for all pets. Follow us on social media for announcements.

One-time use policy

All fee-waived programs are intended for one-time use per individual. This ensures fair access to our resources for everyone in the community. Questions? Ask staff at either center or email adopt@pvastx.org.

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Support the Shelter

Keeping a shelter running takes all of us. Help support Palm Valley Animal Society in keeping its doors open by donating as little as $5 a month.

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Small acts. Lasting change.

Adopt, foster, volunteer, or give. Your next step can change a life.