Adoption Event Information
Monthly Adoption Events in the DMV Area!
Join us each month at various locations around the DMV to meet a variety of adorable animals looking for their forever homes.
This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the animals in person and find your perfect match!
🐾 Please note:
Only pre-approved applicants will be able to take an animal home from the event.
You’re welcome to attend without submitting an application ahead of time—just come and enjoy meeting the pets!
Event Information can be found under the events tab above.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I attend the adoption event if I have not submitted an application?
Yes! Everyone is welcome to attend our adoption events!
Can I bring my dog/dogs to the adoption event?
Yes! If your dog/dogs are friendly, they may join you at the event.
I submitted an application prior to the event but I haven't heard back. Is my application approved?
In short, if you have not had a phone interview and virtual home visit, you are not approved to leave with a dog or cat from the event. Our rescue is solely run by a dedicated team of volunteers. Depending on the volume of applications received, we may not have had time to process your application but that doesn't mean you are denied or should not be considered. Sometimes we simply run out of time—we truly appreciate your patience and understanding.
If I am pre-approved for a specific dog/cat, can I change my mind at the event?
Our volunteer team ensures that each dog and cat is placed in the right home and environment for that animal to thrive and be happy. You may still be eligible for other animals in attendance but it is not a broad approval and would not apply to an animal that has specific criteria that doesn't match your home.
I am unable to attend your next adoption event but I want to adopt. How do I meet the dog/cat?
All of our animals live in volunteer foster homes or at our partnership cat cafe. Applicants must have a phone interview and home visit prior to visiting a foster home. Once approved, your family and current pets will make an appointment with the foster parent and have an in person meeting.
Cats located at Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe may have visitation during regular business hours. You do NOT have to submit an application prior to your visit. Applicants will be held to the regular standards for adoption; vet check, interview (in person at cafe or phone call) and a virtual home visit. Please visit their website for hours of operation and visitation policies: Mount Purrnon Cat Café and Wine Bar