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PAWS of Promise Sanctuary - Pops

Hyde Park, VT

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Paws of Promise Sanctuary is a foster-based animal rescue based in Hyde Park, Vermont, dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs and cats who have suffered neglect or abandonment. Operating without a physical facility, they place animals into loving foster homes across Lamoille and Washington counties while providing safe housing and essential veterinary care. Through community education and shelter support, they work to ensure cats, kittens, and barn cats find well-matched, permanent homes.

Adoption fee From $50
Hours Foster-based rescue; no public shelter facility or walk-in hours. Adoptions and visits are by appointment only.
Areas served Hyde Park, Lamoille County, Washington County, and throughout Vermont / New England

PAWS of Promise Sanctuary - Pops has adoption fees starting from $50.

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $50

Kittens (under 1 year): $250; Young adults (1 to 3 years): $175; Adults (3 to 8 years): $100; Seniors (8 years +): $75; Barn Cat: $50 (10% discount for seniors 60+, veterans, and law enforcement personnel with ID)

Requirements

Adopters must be at least 18 years old, complete an adoption application, and bring a hard carrier to the adoption appointment for cats.

How it works

1. Submit an online adoption application. 2. Application review by volunteers (allow 5–7 days). 3. If approved, an adoption coordinator contacts you to discuss the pet and arrange an appointment. 4. Meet-and-greets are arranged when possible. 5. Finalize the adoption (adopters must bring a hard carrier for cats).

Location

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to adopt a cat from Paws of Promise?

Adoption fees for cats are: Kittens (under 1 year) $250, Young adults (1–3 years) $175, Adults (3–8 years) $100, Seniors (8+ years) $75, and Barn Cats $50. A 10% discount is available for adults aged 60 and older, veterans, and law enforcement personnel with proper identification.

What is the minimum age to adopt a pet?

The minimum age to adopt from Paws of Promise is 18 years old.

Can I adopt if I have surrendered a pet in the past?

Yes. Paws of Promise understands life circumstances change; when you are ready to welcome an animal again, you are eligible to adopt as long as standard adoption requirements are met.

What should I bring to the cat adoption appointment?

For cats, approved adopters must come prepared with a hard carrier to the adoption appointment.

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Surrendering a cat

Paws of Promise accepts surrendered pets and notes that individuals who have surrendered a pet in the past are still eligible to adopt once their circumstances have improved, provided standard adoption requirements are met.

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