Looking for a new beginning — this 柴犬 dog is at Taoyuan City Animal Protection Education Park and ready for adoption. Appearance: yellowish white coat and a medium-sized build. He is male. Interested in adoption? Please reach out to Taoyuan City Animal Protection Education Park.
⚠️ The following is compiled from the shelter's official FAQ and guidelines. Requirements may vary depending on the individual animal or policy updates. Contact the shelter to confirm before visiting: (03) 486-1760.
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Before you visit
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a government-issued ID (ID card or driver's license)
- Prepare photos or video of your home environment — indoor and outdoor. If multiple people want the same animal, photos are mandatory on the spot for the draw
- For cats: document your escape prevention measures (window screens, safety latches, etc.) and bring a hard-sided carrier
- For dogs: bring a leash or harness and arrange private transport — car or taxi. Public transit is not recommended
- Renters: bring written proof of landlord consent (rental contract or chat records)
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Visit and choose your animal
- Arrive during open hours and browse adoptable animals in the viewing area
- Once you have chosen an animal, go to the office and notify a staff member
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Application and home review
- Complete the adoption application at the office and present your home environment photos
- Staff will conduct a brief review interview to confirm your living situation and care plans
- If multiple applicants want the same animal, a draw will be held
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Complete paperwork and take your pet home
- Adoption is free of charge
- Complete pet registration paperwork at the office
- Transport your pet home by private car or taxi — public transit is not recommended
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Legal obligations after adoption
- Spay/neuter: required by law unless a licensed vet provides a medical exemption. Fine up to NT$250,000 for non-compliance
- Annual rabies vaccination: required unless a vet certifies the animal is unfit. Fine up to NT$150,000
- Microchip registration: must be completed within 4 months of adoption
- Dogs must be leashed in public at all times. Fine up to NT$15,000
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30-day trial period
- Within 30 days of adoption, if you are unable to continue caring for the animal, you may return to the shelter to complete a surrender process
- After day 30, apply at the shelter for a pet insurance subsidy — up to NT$1,500 for standard adoptions, up to NT$3,000 for special needs dogs such as amputees or mobility-impaired animals
Sources: taw.tycg.gov.tw · animal.moa.gov.tw. If anything is incorrect or outdated please contact hello@pawsumes.tw.
⚠️ Hours are sourced from the shelter's official website and the Ministry of Agriculture animal protection portal. They may change due to national holidays, typhoon days, or special notices. Call ahead before visiting: (03) 486-1760.
- Adoption visits: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday — 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Reclaim / lost and found / surrender: Monday to Sunday — 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Closed: Every Monday and Wednesday, national holidays, and government-declared typhoon days
- Note: Animal shelter viewing is suspended daily from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
- Emergency rescue (Taoyuan residents): 1999
- Emergency rescue (outside Taoyuan): (03) 218-9000
- General enquiries: (03) 486-1760
- Email: tyadcc@mail.tycg.gov.tw
Sources: taw.tycg.gov.tw · animal.moa.gov.tw. If anything is incorrect or outdated please contact hello@pawsumes.tw.
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