Adopting from the APL

If you’re considering adopting an animal, here are some important steps to take:

• Family Discussion: Talk about adopting a pet with everyone in your household to ensure everyone is on board.
• Financial Preparedness: Evaluate the financial commitment involved in properly caring for a pet.
• Landlord Approval: If you’re a renter, make sure to get permission from your landlord to bring a pet onto the property. Many pets are surrendered due to landlord restrictions.
• Local Regulations: Check your local ordinances and laws regarding pet ownership. In Kenya, relevant regulations include:
• The Animal Welfare Act, 2010: This law governs the treatment of animals, ensuring their welfare and prohibiting cruelty.
• The Dogs Act: Regulates the ownership of dogs, including licensing requirements and responsibilities of dog owners.
• County Animal Control Ordinances: Different counties may have specific regulations regarding pet ownership, including the number of pets allowed and noise control.

Feel free to explore our adoption centre, spend time with our animals, and find your new best friend. Once you’re ready to adopt, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with a knowledgeable member of our staff who can provide information about the animal’s history, needs, and care requirements. You can ask your adoption counsellor any questions you may have regarding house training, training classes, behaviour issues, veterinary care, flea management, and more!

Adoption Process

• Meet with one of our Adoption Specialists to review the animal’s medical and behavioural history and schedule a meet-and-greet.
• Present your Driver’s License or State Issued Identification at the front desk (you must be 18 years or older to adopt).
• Read and sign the Adoption Contract.

Adoption Package

Adoption fees vary based on the animal’s species, breed, and training. When you adopt a feline or canine from Mr. Black, your Adoption Package includes:

• Spay/Neuter Surgery
• Initial Vaccinations
• Initial treatment for worms and fleas
• Microchip (for dogs and cats)
• Post-Adoption Health Exam, donated by one of our partner vets within two weeks of adoption
• Species-specific Portfolio filled with valuable information about your new pet

Dog License: If you live in Nairobi, you’ll need to purchase a dog license annually as required by local regulations. We’ll take care of licensing your new canine companion before you leave, adding the fee to your final adoption cost.

Blacktique: Our retail shop offers essential supplies for your new pet, including:

• Leashes and collars
• Quality dog and cat food
• Bowls and dishes
• Pet beds and mats
• Litter and litter pans
• Grooming supplies
• Toys and treats
• Mr. Black merchandise for pet lovers!

Our trained staff is available to assist you with your selections and answer any questions about our products.

Enjoy a Free Follow-Up Veterinary Exam!

You’ll receive a list of participating local veterinarians who offer one free health exam for your new pet if the appointment is made within two weeks of adoption. This offer covers the initial office visit and health exam only. Any follow-up exams, rabies or other vaccinations, diagnostic testing, treatment for illness or injury, or elective procedures will be the responsibility of the pet guardian.

Get a head start on the adoption process by printing our Cat Adopter Survey, Dog Adopter Survey, Small Animal Adopter Survey, or Barn Animal Survey, completing it, and bringing it with you when you visit us!