Adoption fees, reservations and payment methods: what to know
Part of this check will come after the legal review: Published average adoption cost.
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What it checks
- The indicative average cost Purina publishes for dogs by age, as information only.
- What to know if you are asked to pay before seeing the animal.
- Which document you can always ask for.
What it does not check
- Anything about the particular person or organisation.
- Whether an amount is fair: we do not judge prices.
- Whether the payment is refundable: that depends on the contract.
What you can always ask for
- A written adoption or handover contract with the organisation’s and the animal’s details.
- A receipt or invoice in the organisation’s name, with its tax ID.
- A breakdown of what the fee covers.
Frequently asked questions
Is an adoption fee normal?
Yes, it is common and usually set out in the contract. You can always ask what it covers.
Where does the average cost come from?
From Purina’s page on the cost of adopting a dog in Spain: about €180 for puppies under 4 months, about €100 for adults up to 7 years, and dogs over 10 are often given free. It is a brand’s average, not a maximum price, so we never use it to flag anything.
Why is €400 mentioned?
Because the Spanish Criminal Code (art. 248) treats deceptions of up to €400 as a minor offence. If you pay that amount or less, keep the receipt and the full conversation anyway.
Can a Bizum payment be cancelled?
No. According to the Banco de España and Bizum itself, the payment is immediate and cannot be cancelled once sent.