Become a Petfinder Member Organization
Why Petfinder?
Petfinder is the first & largest adoptable pet search, averaging 6.5 million unique visitors monthly!
Petfinder Pro!
Member organizations have access to thePetfinder Proweb site of shelter & adoption resources
Member-Only Grants
Members are eligible for medical, disaster, and enrichment grants from the Petfinder Foundation.
Petfinder is where Adoptable Pets Find Great Homes!
Petfinder is a powerful pet search where dedicated and reputable adoption organizations list their rescued pets.On Petfinder your pets will reach our large animal-loving audience of people who are choosing adoption first!
Who can post pets on Petfinder?
Municipal Public Shelters
Private Shelters
Rescues with pets in their direct care
Veterinary Clinics who rehome pets
Who is not eligible for Membership?
Networking or Referral-Only Groups
Pet guardians rehoming their own pet
Show or Hobby Breeders
Any for-profit pet placement
Organizations outside of the United States, Canada, or Mexico
Organizations without an adoption contract
Review thePetfinder Member Code of Conduct and Terms of Servicebefore proceeding
What to Expect in the Membership Application Process
1.Complete our Veterinary Verification Form
Complete the form with your veterinarian.Email the form toregistration@petfinder.comthe same day you complete your online application.
2.Create a personal user account & complete form online
You will first be prompted to create a user account or to log in if you already have one.Complete all application fields as directed, with correct spelling and correct upper and lowercase.
3.Petfinder will review & get back to you
You will be contacted by the Petfinder Outreach Team within 3-5 business days.
What You'll Need to Apply
Veterinary Verification Form (Vet Form)
Download the form below and complete it with your veterinarian before submitting your online application.After applying, email it toregistration@petfinder.com
If you are a Federally approved Charity: Your Federal Tax ID Number
If you are a United States 501(c)(3) charity, or Canada or Mexico charity, you will need your EIN (US), Charitable Number (Canada), or Business Number (Mexico).US organizations, if you are unsure you are a federal 501c3 charity, verify you appear in the US Internal Revenue Service charity search here:https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/tax-exempt-organization-search
Important!Your application will not be reviewed until the Veterinary Verification Form is received atregistration@petfinder.com
Let's Get Started!
Need help with your application?Email us atregistration@petfinder.com