Adoption Requirements

To adopt an animal, you must meet the following requirements:

  1. Reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth or the surrounding area
  2. Be 21 years of age or older
  3. Consent to a home visit (preference is given to residents in the Dallas/Fort Worth area)
  4. Have the consent of all adults living in the home
  5. Have identification showing your present address
  6. Have prior consent of your landlord if you are renting
  7. Be willing and able to spend the necessary time to provide proper training, medical treatment and care for the animal.
  8. Agree that any damage done by the adopted pet is not the responsibility of The Abandoned Ones Animal Rescue.

ADOPTION PROCESS: A complete application, Potential Adopter agrees to a home visit, the animal will begin a 2-week trial period once references are verified. During the trial period, TAO Animal Rescue is not responsible for any damage done by the animal. An adoption fee must be paid in full after the trial period.

NOTE: TAO must be notified of any vets visits should the potential adopter decide to take the animal for an exam (during trial period). TAO is not responsible for any veterinary charges occurred during the trial period. The potential adopter must contact TAO Animal Rescue of such visits do occur.

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in adopting, please fill out an application.