Adoption & Foster Policy

Adoption Terms & Conditions

Blue Mountain Humane Association (BMHA) staff are not veterinarians nor are they certified
veterinary technicians or assistants. Animals available for adoption come from a variety of
sources, often as strays or surrendered by their owners. All animals are examined upon entry
and their health monitored routinely, however there is always a chance that an animal may be
incubating a disease or have an undetected pregnancy without presenting any clinical signs or
symptoms.
The dogs and cats available for adoption have been observed for potential temperament issues.
While the staff has seen no sign of aggression from this animal, realize that animal behavior is
unpredictable and there is no guarantee that the animal will not bite, scratch, or exhibit
destructive behavior.
You will be provided with the medical records and behavior assessment at the time of adoption.
BMHA does NOT test any animals for rabies, feline upper respiratory infection (FURI), feline
leukemia virus (FeLV), feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), feline calicivirus, distemper, parvo,
or any other diseases.
As a pet owner, you are responsible for the time and money necessary to provide adequate
food, proper shelter, medical treatment, and appropriate long-term care for your pet. The
Adopter is encouraged to have the animal examined by a veterinarian within two weeks of
adoption. If the animal has not been spayed or neutered, the Adopter agrees to have the
procedure done within 30 days and will provide proof of this to the Shelter. The animal is
adopted as a pet and will not be used for breeding, medical experimental purposes, or animal
fighting. Should BMHA deem that said animal is NOT receiving adequate care, we reserve the
right to rescind your ownership of the animal.
The Adopter will ensure that the animal wears proper identification at all times, including a collar
and tags with current contact information. The Adopter will take precautions to ensure the
animal’s safety and prevent it from becoming lost. The Adopter will comply with all licensing
and registration obligations for the animal, to obey all leash laws, not allow the animal to run at
large, and to comply with all other local and state obligations and laws.
BMHA now provides rabies vaccination and microchipping for your newly adopted dog or cat.  If
the animal is microchipped, the Adopter agrees to register the microchip with their contact
information within two weeks of adoption. Newly adopted dogs must be licensed, as mandated
by Oregon State law and Union County ordinance.

If the Adopter is unable to keep the animal the Shelter will make reasonable efforts to re-home
the animal via advertisement but does not guarantee re-adoption or shelter space. Surrender
fees will apply. The Adoption fee is non-refundable.
The Shelter will not be held liable for any injuries or damages caused by the animal after
adoption. The Adopter assumes full responsibility for the animal’s actions and any
consequences thereof.


The Shelter is not responsible for Landlord permissions to add a pet to your household.

The adoption fee paid at the time of adoption is non-refundable.

foster Terms & Conditions-Please Contact the Shelter Staff for more infromation

Updated information coming soon.

SURRENDER FEES

  • It will be assumed that you are the legal owner of the animal you wish to surrender. You may be asked to provide proof of ownership.
  • You must be able to provide accurate information about the animal being surrendered,
    including medical history, behavior, and any relevant documentation (e.g., vaccination records,
    microchip information).
  • You must agree to sign a surrender form and pay the surrender fee, relinquishing ownership of the animal to Blue Mountain Humane Association.
    Blue Mountain Humane Association will not accept feral cats or obviously sick animals.
  • Owners must sign a surrender form provided by Blue Mountain Humane Association,
    acknowledging the transfer of ownership and providing consent for any necessary medical
    assessments or treatments.
  • Owners must schedule an appointment with Blue Mountain Humane Association for the
    surrender of their animal. Walk-in surrenders are not allowed. An appointment must be made to
    surrender your animal.
  • Depending on available resources, space, and local market absorption rates, Blue
    Mountain Humane Association will decide whether to accept the surrender of the animal.
  • In cases where Blue Mountain Humane Association cannot accept the surrender, alternative
    options and resources will be offered to the owner.
  • A surrender fee will be charged to cover the cost of caring for the surrendered cat(s), including
    medical assessments, vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and housing. The surrender fee is
    per animal and is non-refundable.
  • The surrender fee may vary depending on factors such as the number of animals being
    surrendered, their age, their medical condition, and market absorption rates.
  • Blue Mountain Humane Association reserves the right to waive or reduce the surrender fee
    based on individual circumstances and need. Surrender fees are due and payable at time of
    intake.

For inquiries or to schedule a surrender appointment, please contact Blue Mountain HumaneAssociation at 541-963-0807 or Staff@BMHumane.org.
By adhering to this policy, Blue Mountain Humane Association aims to facilitate the responsible
surrender of animals while promoting their health, safety, and welfare.
Updated as of 10/17/2024

Dog adoption Fees

All dogs available receive Rabies, Parvovirus and Bordetella vaccinations as well as deworming medicine. All dogs will be microchipped at the time of adoption.

Cat adoption fees

All cats available receive Feline Rhinotracheitis-Calici-Panleukopenia-Chlamydia Psittaci vaccinations as well as deworming medicine. All cats will be microchipped at the time of adoption.

Fees help to offset the cost of running the shelter, caring for animals awaiting adoption, and future spaying and neutering of animals brought into our care. 

Without your support, we wouldn’t be able to stay open and every penny counts. Please call if you have any questions about the fees or if there is a particular animal of interest.

Other Services offered

  • Dog/Cat food for low income families
  • Live traps
  • Vet referrals
  • Boarding referrals
  • Rabies Vaccination
  • Chipping