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Our mission at BJC Animal Control Services is to preserve, protect, and enhance the health, safety, and comfort of the citizens of Jefferson County, by humanely removing injured, abandoned, or at-large animals.
We strongly advocate responsible pet ownership.
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BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE ADOPTION PROCESS, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1) You will be required to complete a visitor registration form stating your interest in adopting an animal.
2) You will be escorted to the adoption area by a BJC staff member.
3) If you find an animal you wish to adopt, you will be required to complete a Foster Care/Adoption Application form. You will then be interviewed by a BJC staff member and a decision will be made to accept or reject your application. A ten dollar ( $10.00 ) non-refundable application fee is required prior to filling out the application.
Please note: WE ACCEPT CASH ONLY. Click
here for information on adoption and other service fees.
4) If your application is accepted, you will be required to sign a Foster Care/Adoption Contract with BJC and pay an eighty dollar( $80.00 ) adoption fee. You will receive a
spay/neuter certificate valued up to $80. For the adoption fee,
the animal will receive a thorough examination by the Staff
Veterinarian, a rabies vaccination and other important health
screenings. In addition, BJC has a list of participating
veterinarians that will accept the certificate as full payment for
spay/neuter surgery. Click
here for a list of participating veterinarians. Please note: WE ACCEPT CASH ONLY
5) You will then be required to take the animal to a licensed veterinarian of your choice within three working days of signing the contract to have the animal thoroughly examined and have a rabies vaccination
administered if applicable. At this time you must schedule to have the animal spayed or neutered with your veterinarian. The animal must be spayed or neutered within ten days of signing the Foster Care/ Adoption Contract..
6) Once the animal has been vaccinated for rabies and has been spayed or neutered and this has been verified by the attending veterinarian, your status will change from Foster Care Provider to Adopter of the animal.
Click
here for a listing of adoptable pets at BJC Animal Control Services.
(A) If the veterinarian determines that the animal's health does not make it suitable for adoption, you may return the animal to BJC for exchange or for a refund of the adoption fee.
(B) You must provide documentation from the attending veterinarian as to why the animal is not suitable for adoption.
(C) BJC is not responsible for any veterinary costs which you incur as a part of this adoption process.
(D) The adopter understands that
BJC does not guarantee the age, sex, health or temperament of animals
adopted through this program.
Come Visit Us!
Phone: (205) 591-6522
Fax:(205) 595-5014
Click here
for the business hours and location of our facility.
BJC Animal Control Services
6227 5th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35212
Phone: 205-591-6522
Email: bjcadoptions@hotmail.com
The following essay was written by Colton
Jones. Colton is 10 years old and wrote this essay as part of a
school assignment.
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Colton Jones
Mrs. Jones' Class
5-Paragraph Persuasive Essay
Why People Should Adopt a Pet from BJC Animal Control
There are many reasons why people should adopt a pet from BJC Animal Control. Although many people think of dogs as just pets, they are our companions and friends. One reason why you should adopt a pet is they get saved and not put to sleep. Also, many times mixed breed pets are healthier than purebreds. Finally, there are many adult animals to choose from and you do not have to go through that terrible puppy or kitten stage. Clearly, adopting a dog from an animal shelter can be very rewarding.
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The first reason we should adopt a pet is so they get saved from death. If they are adopted they do not get
euthanized. Putting animals to sleep is senseless. Some people believe that it is actually painful. Every year over 90% of the animals that come to shelters die. Many of these would make great pets.
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Another reason we should adopt pets from shelters is because mixed breed dogs are usually healthier. Many purebreds have genetic problems such as allergies and hip
dysplasia. These problems can cause expensive vet bills and can be painful to the animal.
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Last but not least, you can get an adult dog. Adult animals are easier to teach. Some even have obedience training.
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When you get ready to adopt a pet you should go to your nearby animal shelter. If you live Birmingham got to BJC Animal Control. They have a large selection of pets to choose. My dog Claude is the best.
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