1. When visiting the animals at the shelter, volunteers or staff will answer questions about animals, take animals out of their cages or runs, give you information on the animals’ personalities and explain how the adoption process works.
2. When you find an animal you want to adopt, you complete an adoption application.
3. All members of the family/household must visit with the animal outside of the kennel.         
4. If an immediate interview is not possible at the time you submit your application you will receive a call to discuss your application within 1-3 business days of submission

More information on Deciding to Adopt

Hours of Operation

WHS Animal Shelter
7319 Georgia Ave. NW

Open to the public:
Adoptions: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sat/Sun: 12-7pm. Closed Wednesdays     Emergencies: 8am-7pm daily

DC Animal Shelter
1201 New York Ave. NE

Open to the public:
Adoptions: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 12-8pm. Sat/Sun 12-5pm. Closed Wednesdays
Emergencies: 24 hours/7 days

Adopted animals receive the following Veterinary Services before they reach their new forever home: