Frequently Asked Questions
I see an animal I’m interested in adopting, now what?
Once you find one of our adoptable pets and decide you would like to know more, the next step is to set up an appointment to meet! We want to make sure that the pet you choose to take home is exactly what your life has been missing. The only way to do that is for you to come play with, cuddle, and get to know your potential future friend!
How do I fill out the application?
You can either stop by the shelter to pick one up or use the link above in our website header to print it at home! Once it is filled out, you can either drop it by the shelter, or email it to us at Luceshelter.lcas@gmail.com
P.S. – Don’t forget to fill out the application entirely, any questions left blank will cause a delay in your approval! Also it is very important to make sure you list two references who are not related to you and who do not live with you. Only listing one will also cause a delay.
How long does it take to get approved?
Once we have your application, it can anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to screen your application. We carefully consider every potential adopter, as well as the animal they are interested in to make sure we have a match made in heaven!
What is the application fee?
The application fee for dogs is $100.00, and the fee for cats is $75.00
Every adoption has a $15.00 microchipping fee. This covers the chip itself, and we register it for you!
I’ve adopted a pet, but its just not working out. What do I do?
We get it! Even with our screening process, match making, and your best of intentions sometimes it’s just not the right fit. We will always take the animal back, no questions asked! In fact as part of our adoption contract, if the animal is not perfect for your home then you must bring it back to us. This ensures we have the best possible chance of finding the right forever home for the pet, and it doesn’t end up at your sisters’ boyfriends cousins moms house.
Here you can find a list of resources, quick guides and tips to help keep your pets safe, happy and healthy!

Kittens
Check out the link below to open our printable kitten guide!

Puppies
Congrats on your new puppy! Lets make sure they have everything they need to get off to a great start.

Shopping do’s and dont’s
With so many different products out there, here’s a quick peek at some essentials.
Found a stray?
Thank you for going out of your way to help a lost pet! Accidents happen, here’s how to help get them home.
The first thing to do is to take a picture. This way, even if the animal won’t come to you, you can still document its location, description and last known direction.
If the animal is friendly, check for an ID tag. In a perfect world, our pets always escape the yard with their collar and tags on. If they have a tag, call the owners to let them know their pet is safe, and arrange to meet in a safe and public location to reunite them.
If you can’t catch the animal, do not chase them! This will only frighten them and make getting them home safe that much harder. Plus, you need to keep yourself out of harm’s way. Running after an animal through traffic, unfamiliar areas or through private property can be dangerous. Take a picture, then post it to social media. Facebook offers a variety of local lost pet pages, as well as organizations like Nextdoor, Rover and PetPals. Be sure to post specifics about the animal and where they were last seen. It is also important to update the post with any news or if they have been found.
There are things we can do to protect our four-legged family members. Besides relying on a collar and ID tag, microchips are small tracking systems that are injected under the skin, usually right between the front shoulders. These chips carry an ID number registered to the owner and are read by a microchip reader. Almost all vets, shelters and rescues have these microchip readers.
Here are the links to our local lost pet Facebook pages!
Somethings to keep in mind…
Cats
Cats are adventurers! Most of the time when you see a cat wandering around it is not lost, only exploring. If the cat looks in good condition, then its home may be just around the block.
If the cat is malnourished, hanging around for days at a time, begging for attention or trying to sneak into your home, then it may need some help!
Always be careful when handling an unfamiliar feline. Cat bites and scratches are easily infected and can vary from mild to severe. Take steps to protect yourself and your own pets when interacting with a strange animal.
Dogs
Keeping an extra leash or two in your glove compartment is a great way to stay prepared, just in case there is a dog who may need your help!
Dogs tend to stay with their families, but can easily become lost or distracted when the chance to explore presents itself.
Be careful when approaching a strange dog, no matter what size or breed.
Make sure to keep them separated from your family and your own pets, just to be on the safe side.