Here you can find all the benefits of adopting an animal from Madera County Animal Services Department, the adoption fees, additional fees, and frequently asked questions and our responses.

It's never easy to give up a family pet, but unexpected life changes sometimes necessitate these hard decisions. Please view our list of resources and options for surrendering a pet.

In addition to helping reduce our community's pet homelessness problem, studies have shown that spayed/neutered pets are typically healthier, less territorial and less aggressive.                                                                                                                                                       

Making the decision to end the suffering of your beloved pet is one of the most difficult decisions a person will ever make. Please inquire your veterinarian for medical options or euthanasia services.