Adopt
Adopt a dog or cat from Action For Animals in Latrobe
We take great pride in matching people and pets, and we put real time into making sure every adoption lasts a lifetime. Here is how it works, what to bring, and what it costs.
Who's waiting
Every adoptable pet, live
Straight from our Petfinder page. Dogs, cats and, at times, small furry animals. We can't hold an animal or promise one will still be here, so come see us soon.
A few recent residents. See who is here today on Petfinder.
How it works
From hello to home
Come meet us, Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4
Visit the cats, kittens, dogs and puppies over four months old with no application needed. Please bring every member of your family. Puppies four months and younger can be visited once your application is approved.
Fill out an application here at the shelter
We don't take applications online. If you live an hour and a half or more away, call 724-539-2544 and we can do it by phone. Calls are returned within 48 hours.
We review your application
We look over what you brought, and if you rent, we must speak with your landlord before you can be approved.
Have a dog at home? Bring them to meet
Once you're approved, we set up a meet and greet between your dog and the dog you'd like to adopt.
Take your new friend home
The adoption is finalized once everything is confirmed. Dogs go home on a collar and leash that fit; we sell them here starting at $16.
Adoption fees
What it costs, and what's included
Our animals are examined and cared for by our staff and area veterinarians, who visit the shelter weekly on a rotation. Every fee includes spaying or neutering, vaccinations, deworming and a microchip.
Dogs
- 8 weeks to 6 months
- $450
- 7 months to 6 years
- $300
- 7 years and up
- $250
- Includes a heartworm test.
Cats
- 8 weeks to 11 months
- $120
- 1 year and up
- $100
- Includes a FeLV/FIV test.
Small and furry
- Rabbits
- $30
- Guinea pigs
- $15
- Hamsters
- $5
- When we have them in our care.
$50 cat
We accept cash, check, Visa and MasterCard. Since January 1, 2026, a 3% fee applies to credit card payments at the shelter. Adoptions are done in person only.
