⚠️ The following is compiled from the Taipei City Animal Protection Office's official website. Requirements may vary by animal or policy update. Contact the shelter to confirm before visiting: (02) 8791-3254.

1. Complete the online pet owner course (required for dog adoptions)
   • Anyone adopting a dog must first complete at least 1 hour of online education covering owner responsibility, animal welfare, and pet care at Taipei E-University's Fur Baby Academy (elearning.taipei/mpage/)
   • This requirement is not mandatory for cat adoptions but is recommended
2. Visit the shelter and choose your animal
   • Visit the shelter during open hours and browse the dog kennel or cat room freely
   • Select an animal you'd like to adopt from the candidates available
3. Pre-adoption consultation
   • Receive a consultation with shelter staff covering the animal's habits and care requirements
   • Staff may arrange a home visit if deemed necessary
4. Complete the application and ID verification
   • Fill out the Taipei City Animal Adoption Application form
   • Present government-issued ID for verification — applicants must be at least 18 years old
5. Veterinary health check
   • A vet will conduct a health check on your chosen animal
   • For dogs: microchip implantation, pet registration, and rabies vaccination are completed at this step
   • The vet will brief you on the animal's health status before you leave
6. Take your pet home safely
   • Dogs: secure with a leash or place in an appropriate carrier for transport
   • Cats: use a hard-sided carrier to prevent escape or injury during transport

🛡️ Taipei Happy Pets Adoption Welfare Program
Taipei City offers a welfare benefits program for adopters. Ask shelter staff on the day of adoption or visit tcapo.gov.taipei for current details.

Sources: tcapo.gov.taipei · animal.moa.gov.tw. If anything is incorrect or outdated please contact hello@pawsumes.tw.