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Adoption First Animal Rescue KY

Dog rescue in Covington, KY

We are a branch of the NC Adoption First Animal Rescue. We are completely foster based. We opened a Kentucky branch to expand and help more areas and dogs in need.

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Email adoptions@adoptionfirstanimalrescue.com
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Covington, KY 41017
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Adoptable pets at Adoption First Animal Rescue KY

We'll also keep you updated on Mila's adoption status with email updates.
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Mila

Pomsky

Female, 5 mos
Covington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Loki's adoption status with email updates.
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Loki

Pomsky

Female, 5 mos
Covington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

Labrador Retriever/Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Covington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Louie's adoption status with email updates.
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Louie

Maltese

Male, 8 yrs 7 mos
Covington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Sofie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sofie

Rat Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Covington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Tibby's adoption status with email updates.
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Tibby

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 11 mos
Covington, KY
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Rescue FAQs

All of Kentucky and surrounding states.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Puppies under 1 year old: $325

Dogs over 1 year old: $300

Dogs over 10 years old: $150

Some Dogs may have a Special Adoption Fee: $400 or $500

Adoption fee includes:
Spay or Neuter
Microchip (additional registration fee may be required to transfer ownership to adopters)
Up to date on vaccinations, any future vaccines is the responsibility of the adopter
All animals have been examined by a veterinarian
Fecal Test
Heartworm Test for dogs
Heartworm Prevention/Treatment for dogs
Deworming as needed
Any other medical recommended by the veterinarian during the exam.

adoptions@adoptionfirstanimalrescue.com

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https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTcyNzE2

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Adoption First Animal Rescue KY

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6958 Plainfield Road,
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Kenton County Animal Shelter

1020 Mary Laidley Drive,
Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017

Purrfect Friends Cat Rescue

Cincinnati, OH 45251

We'll also keep you updated on Phoebe's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoebe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Korma's adoption status with email updates.
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Korma

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Cotton JuM*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Cotton JuM*

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Lizza Mindy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lizza Mindy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Osgood, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut

Pig (Potbellied)

Male, Adult
Goshen, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Absinthe's adoption status with email updates.
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Absinthe

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Cincinnati, OH

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