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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 Ernie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ernie

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
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 6 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, 10 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
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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

Adoption application

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

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Luna's adoption status with email updates.
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Luna

Husky/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Leona's adoption status with email updates.
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Leona

Domestic Shorthair

Female 2 yrs 2 mos
Loveland, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Sharky's adoption status with email updates.
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Sharky

Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Colby's adoption status with email updates.
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Colby

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Newport, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Keeley's adoption status with email updates.
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Keeley

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
Germantown, OH

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