2019 Adoption Fee Increase Effective January 1, 2019, our adoption fee to cover the rising costs of caring for our dogs is as follows:Puppies up to 6 months old = $3956 months–4 years = $3755–8 years = $2959 years and over = $17560% of the adoption fee is considered a tax-deductible donation. Adoption fees include, a wellness exam, spay and neuter, necessary vaccinations, microchipping, and all medical treatment for dogs while they are in our care.