Dogs/Cats

Providence Animal Center

Media, PA 19063

About

At Providence Animal Center (formerly known as the Delaware County SPCA), we offer life-affirming rescue, medical care, treatment, protection and placement of companion animals that forever upholds the critical importance of the human-animal bond. We have an unwavering commitment to this mission and will always strive to deliver the most optimal, advanced care to our animal friends – and their owners. Providence Animal Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable organization registered with the Pennsylvania Department of State. We are not affiliated with any local or state government or federal agency or any other animal welfare organization. Our work is supported entirely by private donations.

Pets available

Dogs Cats

Adoption process

Step 1. Adoption application screening, which requires the following information: A completed adoption application. A driver’s license or a state-issued ID with your current address showing you are at least 18-years-old. Residency: The owner of the home must consent to the adoption of the animal. If you rent, we require a copy of your lease stating that you are allowed to have pets. If you own your home, please bring a copy of your deed, mortgage payment book or tax bill. All members of the household may be required to meet and approve of the new furry family member. If you are planning to adopt a dog and presently have a dog(s), all dogs must “meet & greet” at the Adoption Center under the supervision of a trained Providence Animal Center Animal Care Associate. For safety purposes, meet & greets must be performed with a 6-foot clip-on leash. Retractable leashes will not be accepted. Veterinary records for current or previous pets, if applicable. Step 2. Once through the adoption screening process, which takes about 15 minutes, we move right along to the match-making process. This part could take up to 60 minutes. Our trained counselors will review your application and conduct an interview to ensure: The age and energy level of the animal you chose is a good fit for your current lifestyle and home environment. Your plan for acclimating the new pet to your home is sufficient for that pet. Any expectations you have of your new pet are satisfied. Any behaviors quirks noted about the animal are reviewed with you and a mutual agreement between you and your counselor is made that the pet is a good fit. Counseling for behavior, exercise, acclimation and training needs of the pet is thoroughly reviewed and understood. In some cases, it’s determined the chosen pet may not be the best match for your home and lifestyle, based upon our expert counselors’ assessment from the application and interview. In that case, we will do our very best to guide you available pets that would be a better match for you and your family. Step 3. The last step in the process takes about 20 minutes and involves an adoption associate reviewing all medical information we have on the chosen pet with you. Additionally, you will sign an adoption contract and other policies and procedures will be reviewed with you, such as our post-adoption veterinary care policy. Payment is required at this time unless the adoption fee of the pet is sponsored or waived! In all cases, we appreciate additional donations to support the lifesaving work done by Providence Animal Center every day. Every penny counts, so please give what you can for our other homeless pets.