SHELTER HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday; 10am - 4pm

(828) 743-5752 / info@chhumanesociety.org

CHHS Adoption Application

To be considered for adoption, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age or older, NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Have a valid photo ID with your CURRENT address.
  • Have your landlord’s name and phone number.
  • Understand that this application must first be reviewed by a CHHS staff member before adoption occurs.

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The following questions pertain specifically to your interests and preferences about the animal you're interested in adopting. 

Animal Type(*)
Animal Type

Please indicate whether or not you have a specific type of animal in mind for adopting before continuing.

Do you have a specific animal in mind for adopting?(*)
Do you have a specific animal in mind for adopting?

Please indicate whether or not you have a specific animal in mind for adopting before continuing.

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If you've identified an animal you're interested in from our website, please provide that animal's name here. Please be as accurate as possible. You can see our dogs & puppies here and our cats and kittens here.

Are you employed?(*)
Are you employed?

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Do you rent or own your own home?(*)
Do you rent or own your own home?

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Has everyone in your household discussed the idea of adopting an animal?(*)
Has everyone in your household discussed the idea of adopting an animal?
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Do you have children under the age of 18 living in your home?(*)
Do you have children under the age of 18 living in your home?
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Does anyone in your family have allergies to cats or dogs? Please check all that apply. Skip if there are no allergies.
Does anyone in your family have allergies to cats or dogs? Please check all that apply. Skip if there are no allergies.
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Do you currently have other animals in your home?(*)
Do you currently have other animals in your home?
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Do you have a fenced yard? (Some dogs may require it)
Do you have a fenced yard? (Some dogs may require it)
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If you are adopting a cat, would you ever consider declawing?
If you are adopting a cat, would you ever consider declawing?
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Are you aware of the yearly preventative medical cost(s) for your pet?(*)
Are you aware of the yearly preventative medical cost(s) for your pet?
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Will you cat receive the Feline Leukemia vaccination?
Will you cat receive the Feline Leukemia vaccination?
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Are you aware that any animal allowed outside in the state of North Carolina is required by law to have a Rabies vaccination?(*)
Are you aware that any animal allowed outside in the state of North Carolina is required by law to have a Rabies vaccination?
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Owning a pet comes with associated costs. We have compiled some information on a range of costs you can expect to incur with pet ownership. Please click here to see them.

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REFERENCES: Please provide two (2) references.

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IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

This application is part of the Adoption Agreement.By clicking submit, you hereby declare that all the information provided on this application is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is entitled to deny the request to adopt an animal from our facility should we learn this application contains any false or misleading information.

We at CHHS thank you for opening your heart and home for a shelter pet!

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Community Outreach

Bringing People & Pets Together

CHHS brings people and pets together by reaching out to local schoolchildren with Humane Education programs teaching responsible pet ownership and the importance of spay/neuter, and brightening the days and lifting the spirits of elderly citizens in our community with Pet Therapy and visitation. Our programs are available at your location or at our shelter. For more information, please call (828)743-5752 or email info@chhumanesociety.org.

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Our Mission & Funding

Compassionate Care for Animals

For more than a quarter-century, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society has rescued, provided compassionate care, and found forever homes for thousands of abandoned and neglected animals. Established in 1987, CHHS is a private 501(c)(3)(Federal Tax ID: 58-1798769) not-for-profit animal welfare no-kill shelter. We receive no federal, state, or county tax dollars, and no funding from any national animal organization.

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Visit: 200 Gable Drive, Sapphire, NC 28774
Mail: PO Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717
Phone: (828) 743-5752
Email: info@chhumanesociety.org

HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday; 10AM to 4PM

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