Thank you for your interest in adopting an animal from Butte Humane Society! Our adoption process is designed to ensure a great lifelong match between you and your new best friend. 

To learn how you can find the right dog for you through our new Meet Your Match program click here!

**All adoptable cats and kittens are located at our Cat Adoption Center!**

Adoption Process

• Submit adoption paperwork to the shelter in person, via fax or through email. 
• Indicate which animal or animals you would like to meet.
• Renters must provide proof of landlord approval (i.e. a phone number where they can be reached or a current rental contract that shows that an animal deposit as been paid.)
• Adopters not from the Chico area click here.

Adoption appointments (main shelter)

• At 12 pm there will be one appointment per hour.  
• Call ahead to schedule an appointment time.
• All family members, including current pets (dogs), must come to the shelter to assess compatibility.
• The last appointment will be taken one hour before closing.

View Dogs and Puppies Available for Adoption
View Cats and Kittens Available for Adoption  
View Other Animals Available for Adoption

Adoption Pricing:

• Dog $85*
• Puppy or Small Breed Dog $150*
• Senior Dog $50
• Cat $25
• Kitten $75
• Rabbit $20
• Guinea Pig $15
• Hamster/Rats/Mice $5
• Exotics: Staff Quote

Ask staff about special pricing for multiple adoptions!
* Fee may range depending on breed and demand. 

All BHS animals come with the following:

• Current vaccinations: DHLPP, Bordetella, etc.
• A spay or neuter
• A free examination by a local veterinarian. View participating veterinarians (Does not include additional shots or testing)
• A microchip  What's a microchip?
• A free one-hour training and behavior consultation with our staff
• A colar and leash for your dog or a carrier for your cat
• One month of free ShelterCare insurance