Adoption Process The Nebraska Humane Society offers a variety of pets available for adoption everyday. Due to the volume of adoptions we do, we cannot guarantee an animal you see online will be available when you reach the shelter; however, our inventory is updated hourly.
Due to the high adoption rate at the shelter our staff is unable to answer emails or phone inquiries about specific animals pictured on the website. Please come to the shelter to meet the pets in person.
You must be at least 19 years old to adopt an animal from the Nebraska Humane Society.
You will then receive a Guest Pass based on your survey color as well as a pager.
Once you pager vibrates you'll be able to meet your potential matches!
Be prepared to spend some time at the shelter. The adoption process can take an hour or longer, and you may have to wait to see a counselor. Try to come during the week, early in the day!
Don't see an animal you like? Check back often- we have different animals available for adoption EVERYDAY!
Adoption Fees
Adoption Includes:
Spay or neuter for cats and dogs
Preliminary vaccinations
Microchip
*Please Note: Rabies vaccinations are not included.
Cats and Kittens:
Kittens: 0-5 months: $125
Kittens 6 months - 1 year: $75
Cats: 2-5 years: $50
Cats: 6 year and older: $35 (Free to people age 60 or older)
All cats/kittens remain 2 for the price of 1 with the adopt fee being that of the higher priced cat or kitten.
Dogs and Puppies:
Puppies: starting at $195
Dogs: $150 ($20 off Adult Dogs** on Sunday & Monday)
HIPP (Hi Profile Pets): $200 and up*
Other Pets:
Mice: $2
Rats, Hamsters, Gerbils: $5
Small Birds (Diamond Dovs, Finches, Parakeets), Aquatic Turtles, Small Lizards (anole/skink) Frogs and Toads: $15
*HIPP pets are those dogs and cats who are in high demand, may be purebred and whose price at a pet store might be $600 or more. HIPP pets have been given full exams by our veterinarians. Their high fees go to help other pets who wait months to find homes.
**Adult dogs are dogs aged six months and up.
Adoption Hours: Monday- Friday 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. (You must arrive by 6:15 to fill out the adoption survey)
Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (You must arrive by 4:15 to fill out the adoption survey)
FEATURED PETS
Meet Cadbury
My name is Cadbury and very playful 1-year-old orange tabby.