The Northern Oklahoma Humane Society was founded in 1975. We work in close partnership with the Ponca City Animal Shelter and other area shelters. Our primary focus is to eliminate the needless euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals in Northern Oklahoma.
Fill out an adoption questionnaire to get pre-approved to adopt. Then fill out the form here to schedule a time to visit with an adoption counselor. This will allow you to get pre-approved not for a specific animal, but for any dog or cat at the shelter. Animals cannot be adopted as gifts or surprises. Applications are valid and kept on file for two years. Our goal is to match you with your perfect companion. We like to get to know you a little better and find out what you are looking for in a pet and your pet's routine during the conversation. Adopters must be at least 18 years of age. A fenced yard may be required, it will depend on the pet being adopted. Each adoption starts with an approved application. If an animal you are interested in is not ready to be adopted you may let us know you are interested in them. This does not guarantee that you will be able to adopt the pet. Animals are not available for adoption until they have been spayed/neutered and are deemed healthy. Once the animal is ready to leave, we offer the first chance to meet with the animal to the OLDEST PREAPPROVED APPLICANT. We ask that every member of the household visit with the animal prior to adoption. If you have other dogs we will have you bring them to the shelter to introduce them to the pet you are looking to adopt to assure they get along before you bring your new pet home. You can put the pet on hold for 24-hours after meeting them. Once you've made your decision, we can complete the adoption. If you are still unsure but would like to try a visit with the pet in your home, we offer a foster-to-adopt option. This will allow you a trial period to ensure this is a good fit between you and the pet. Owning a pet is a lifelong commitment. Pet owners must be able to spend not only time with the pet, but also have the resources to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for your new family member. Please note that in some cases we receive an animal with special needs. When necessary for the health and well-being of that animal we will evaluate all adoption applications and select the one that we feel fits the needs of that animal.
Ponca City OK | 2.2 miles away
PAW First Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, no-kill rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption group for dogs and cats. We are located in Ponca City, OK.