I can't remember ever paying for any of my pets. Somehow they show up when least expected. After cleaning them up, getting the knots out of their fur, taking them to the vet, getting them healthy & naming them they adopt us & fit right into the family. Right now we're down to 2 cats (Smokey & Bandit). Bandit has only been a part of the family about 3 months, but has made himself right at home. I have the feeling a dog will be in our future before the summer's over. We live in the country so we have lots of room outside & inside our house & hearts. I've loved them all!