Often when a person is ready to get a pet, they go to the classified to find a free kitten, puppy or any little one. But the truth is, getting a free pet is not cheaper than adopting one as one may think.
When you get a pet for free: you have to think of costs out of your pocket such as a vet check up, specific tests, spaying/neutering, et cetera.
When you adopt a pet: you pay a one time fee that includes vaccines, spaying/neutering, one vet check up, and more.
Here is something I came across Petfinder.com.
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Why pay a pet adoption fee?
It may be tempting to look for a free pet in your local classifieds rather than pay a pet adoption donation. But the reality is, no pet is free: You'll be responsible for her vet care, food and supplies for the rest of her life (see more information on the annual costs of pet ownership). Pet adoption fees vary by organization, but often cover the basic veterinary care you would have to pay for with your "free" pet.
Where does my adoption fee go?
Ask the rescue group, but fees usually include:
- Spaying/neutering $150-300
- Distemper vaccination $20-30 x2
- Rabies vaccination $15-25
- Heartworm test $15-35
- Flea/tick treatment $50-200
- Microchip $50
Another note on "free" pets
Unfortunately, individuals who do not have a pet's best interests in mind often scour classifieds for "free to a good home" ads. Therefore it's recommended that anyone seeking to rehome a pet request an adoption fee (see more on finding homes for pets).
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