Central Vermont Humane Society 4.4 ★ 116 reviews Start an adoption application

A nonprofit humane society in East Montpelier, Vermont, taking in homeless cats and dogs and placing them in adoptive homes. It serves Washington and Orange Counties, Vermont. Visiting hours: Tue-Fri 1-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm (by appointment). Adoption fees: Kittens (under 7 months): $200 - includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming, FeLV/FIV testing and microchip. Adult cat fees vary; contact the shelter for current pricing.

Adoption fee From $200
Hours Tue-Fri 1-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm (by appointment)
Areas served Washington and Orange Counties, Vermont
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $200
  • Kittens (under 7 months): $200
  • includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming, FeLV/FIV testing and microchip. Adult cat fees vary; contact the shelter for current pricing.
Requirements

Adopters must be 18+ and schedule an appointment in advance. All adopters complete an Adopter Information Form and a brief compatibility survey before meeting animals.

How it works

Adoptions are by appointment only. Complete the Adopter Information Form online or in person, then call (802) 476-3811 or email info@centralvermonthumane.org to schedule your visit.

Location

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The area

Washington County at a glance

Population 60,017
Housing units 31,004
Est. households with a cat 8,299

Estimated by applying the AVMA's 2024 national cat-ownership rate (32.1% of households) to the county's real household count from the Census Bureau — a national rate applied locally, not a local survey. Population and housing figures are from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Reviews

What adopters say

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 116 Google reviews . See the full rating above.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I schedule an adoption visit?

All adoptions at CVHS are by appointment only. Call (802) 476-3811 or email info@centralvermonthumane.org to schedule a time to meet an animal.

Is there a fee to surrender my pet?

No - CVHS has no required intake or surrender fee, though a minimum $50 donation is appreciated if you are able. No animal is turned away for inability to pay.

How do I become a foster?

Email foster@centralvermonthumane.org to get started. CVHS provides all supplies and support for animals in foster care, from a week-long stay to several months of medical or behavioral recovery.

Get involved

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Surrendering a cat

Call (802) 476-3811 to schedule an intake appointment. There is no required surrender fee - a minimum $50 donation is suggested, but no animal is ever turned away for inability to pay.

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