Madison A.R.F. asks for a tax deducable adoption donation from $100-$200. This is not the price of the pet, but a donation to help cover our vet expenses. Even at the discounted rates that our vets give us, veterinary care is expensive. Here is a breakdown of what we provide that is included in our adoption fee and what you can expect to pay for the same services at a Madison area vet yourself.
| Service | MARF | Area vet |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Wellness exam | included |
45 |
| Rabies vaccine (1 yr) | included |
16 |
| DHP-PC (dogs) | included |
25 |
| FVRCP (cats) | included |
16 |
| Bordetella | included |
13 |
| Heartworm test (dogs) | included |
36 |
| Fecal/dewormer | included |
23 |
| spay or neuter | included |
150-250 |
| TOTAL | 100-200 |
325-425 |
You can see how you can easily spend $400 in addition to the price of the dog or cat were you to purchase from a breeder. We include all of these things with the adoption of an animal, plus the animal is also current on heartworm medication and flea treatment.
Our basics adoptions are: