MA, PAWS, & ME PET RESCUE INC.

MPM’s adoption policies are outlined below. All criteria must be met for an application to be approved.

MPM reserves the right to deny any adoption application. While we do not provide specific reasons for denial, we encourage applicants to carefully review the policies below to better understand our requirements.

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Applicant & Household Requirements

• All applicants and adult household members will undergo a background check.

• All adults living in the household must give consent to adopt an animal.

• You must have a valid government-issued ID with a current address.
  (Please email us prior to applying if you believe an exception may apply.)

• Applicants must be at least 25 years of age.

• No children under the age of 4 may live in the home.

• You must never have surrendered or rehomed an animal.

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Housing Requirements

• We verify home ownership or require written approval from your landlord.

  One of the top reasons animals are surrendered is that landlords do not allow pets. Please confirm with your landlord that pets are permitted and verify any restrictions before submitting an application.

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Veterinary Care Requirements

• A working relationship with a veterinarian is required for any currently or previously owned pets. This helps demonstrate your commitment to providing medical care for your new pet.

• Please contact your veterinarian in advance and give permission for them to release your pet’s records to MPM.

• All current or previously owned pets (dogs or cats) must have been:

  • Up to date on rabies and distemper vaccines

  • Spayed or neutered

  • For dogs: annual heartworm testing and kept on heartworm prevention (year-round or seasonally, per veterinary guidance)

• We will verify that veterinary recommendations for:

  • Heartworm testing and prevention

  • Vaccinations

  • Spay/neuter
    have been followed.

  Please note: All MPM dogs are required to remain on year-round heartworm prevention.

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Location Requirements

• You must live within Southeastern or Central Wisconsin.
  MPM foster homes are located throughout this area. Depending on foster location, this adoption range may be expanded.
  (Please email us prior to applying if you believe an exception may apply.)

Home Visit Requirement

• A required in-person home visit (not virtual) must be completed for final approval of your application.

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Note: Depending on the age of the adopter and/or the dog, a co-signer may be required.