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Liberty Shelter Raises Adoption Fees After 20 Years

10/12/2025

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Liberty Animal Control and Shelter raised adoption fees for the first time in 20 years, increasing dog fees to $175 and cat fees to $150.
Staff believe higher costs won't deter adopters, who understand ongoing pet ownership expenses.
KC Pet Project's dog fees range from $75 to $300 and cat fees from $50 to $125.
Animal Control Officer Madison Harris emphasized the rewarding outcomes of adopting animals.

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Story summary

Liberty Animal Control and Shelter raised adoption fees for the first time in 20 years, increasing dog fees to $175 and cat fees to $150.
Staff believe higher costs won't deter adopters, who understand ongoing pet ownership expenses.
KC Pet Project's dog fees range from $75 to $300 and cat fees from $50 to $125.
Animal Control Officer Madison Harris emphasized the rewarding outcomes of adopting animals.