If you are applying for a pet in the shelter: Please come visit the shelter! Check the profile of the pet you're interested in to see which shelter they are staying at, then visit us during our open hours listed below. Your application will be kept on file. Please note that your application does not reserve the pet or your place in line. Pets in the shelter are adopted on a first come, first serve basis.

Open Hours

	Redwood City	Palo Alto
Sunday	Closed	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Monday	Closed	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday	12:00pm - 5:00pm	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday	12:00pm - 5:00pm	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Thursday	12:00pm - 5:00pm	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Friday	12:00pm - 5:00pm	12:30pm - 6:00pm
Saturday	10:00am-5:00pm	10:00am - 6:00pm

 

If you are applying for a pet in a foster home: These pets are not at the shelter. An adoption counselor will reach out to you within 48 hours to talk to you about the pet and schedule a meet-and-greet.

Contact Information

This application MUST be filled out by the head of household and/or the primary leaseholder. Applications submitted by underage persons will not be accepted. 

Questionnaire

By signing below, I certify that the information furnished above is true and accurate to the best of my knowldge. I understand that providing false information may void the adoption and preclude me from future adoptions from Pets In Need.