Ready for home life
Our dogs spend time in foster homes before adoption, so they usually already know house rules, walk on leash, and settle in more quickly.
Fully vetted
Dogs are vaccinated, microchipped, spayed or neutered, and receive the medical care needed before adoption.
Matched carefully
We take time to learn about your lifestyle and what you want in a dog, so the match feels right for both you and the dog.
Trial adoption period
Every adoption includes a trial period, giving you time to make sure the dog is the right fit for your home.
Apply
Browse our available dogs and fill out the adoption application.
Talk with us
If it looks like a match, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone call and talk through your home, lifestyle, and preferences.
Meet your dog
If the dog is already in foster, we’ll arrange a meeting. If the dog is arriving soon, we’ll reserve them for you.
All adoptions include a 1-week trial period so you can make sure the dog feels right for your home. If it’s not the right match, we’ll coordinate the return and refund the adoption fee minus the deposit.
Part 1 — Vaccines, Transport & More
Covers vaccinations, spay/neuter, preventative care, microchip, and transport.
Part 2 — Mandatory CDC Fee
Covers required overnight stay at ARK at JFK and exam by a CDC-licensed vet.
