Adopting a dog or puppy with APBF
All APBF dogs and puppies are kept current on their vaccinations, Heartworm and Flea medications, are spayed or neutered, (at the appropriate age and level of health), and microchipped.
Adoptive parents receive an APBF adoption packet which includes 30 days of pet health insurance, microchip registration, $200 in coupons for pet supplies, 6 weeks of training, and various goodies provided by our sponsors.
What's in an adoption fee?
Thanks to private donations, an outstanding relationship with our veterinarians, and APBF members, we are able to offer a very reasonable rate for our pet adoptoin fee.
Comparing the average cost of services:
APBF adoption fee, (all services included) = $265
Same services performed with vet visit and trainer:
Canine Spay = $260
One round of vaccinations, wellness exam, fecal test, Heartworm test and wellness bloodwork = $145, (puppies require four rounds of vaccinations total).
One round of Heartworm & Flea prevention = $18
Microchip = $45
Six weeks of group training = $109
Total = $572 - $815
Adoption Guidelines
Prior to considering the adoption of any dog or puppy, it is important to research the breed that you are favoring for your next family companion. We recommend doing your research with trusted websites such as www.pbrc.net in regards to Pit Bull type dogs and the United Kennel Club for information on APBTs as well as a variety of other breeds.
Please also take a moment to read over various Pit Bull myths that you may encouter as a breed owner. We think that this myth sheet covers incorrect stereotypes.
In considering a Pit Bull, any owner must be prepared for an active dog that typically is very athletic and thrives on routine, as well as companionship. Overall, Pit Bulls tend to be eager people pleasers and do not make good back yard dogs, guard dogs or pets for inactive individuals.
Keep in mind that though there are "breed normalcies", all dogs in general are individuals and the same personalities and characteristics may not apply to all dogs in the same breed group.
The APBF Adoption Process
1. Start with filling out our APBF adoption application
2. A member of our adoptions team will contact you to discuss the adoption options that you are interested in, or potential
match suggestions based on your applicatoin.
3. APBF will conduct a home visit
4. An experienced APBF volunteer will schedule and carry out
an interaction with your family and any pets that you currently have in the home.
5. A decision will be made as to the best fit for the family and
the dog or puppy.
Questions? Email us!
Before applying
1. Check with your Home Owners Association or complex
manager to ensure that no breed restrictions have been
implemented in your neighborhood.
Need to find living arrangements that allow Pit Bull type
dogs? We can help. Email:
information.
2. Check with the company that you purchase Home Owners
Insurance with or Rental Insurance to inquire as to any
breed specific policies that would result in cancellation of
your policy for owning a specific breed.
APBF recommends State Farm Insurance based on their
non breed biased policies.
Please be advised that the American Pit Bull Foundation bases adoption decisions on situations that we feel will best suit the dog or puppy involved.
APBF does not discriminate against race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or skin color. We do reserve the right to deny anyone adoption privledges based on our application process and assessment.
You must be 18 years or older to adopt
APBF also often covers the cost for medical treatments of our adoptable dogs and puppies such as Heartworm treatment, hospitilization, and treatment for minor issues such as skin allergies and ear infections.
Sponsors help ensure that all APBF dogs and puppies get needed vaccinations, surgeries, medical treatments and preventatives that they need.
Please consider sponsoring one of our Adopt-A-Bulls today!
