Canine Adoption Program

Thank you for your interest in the TSA Canine Training Center Adoption Program. Dogs available for adoption are ones that do not meet the TSA Canine Training Center criteria for government work. These dogs are highly active and in most cases, untrained and not house broken, but with proper training and care, they can be a great addition to families. On occasion, there are dogs that have been retired from government service.

Applications are processed on a first come first served basis. Every effort is made to pair applicants who meet all requirements with dogs that suit their home, family and lifestyle.

If you are a law enforcement or a non-profit service agency interested in obtaining a dog from the program please send an email for additional information.

Home Requirements

• You must have a fenced in yard at the time of applying.
• There should be no intentions of moving within six months of adopting a dog.
• Homes must abide by all local pet ordinances.
• You must agree to provide the dog with appropriate medical care, exercise, training and companionship.
• All existing pets in the home must have current vaccinations and preventive care.
• The age of children in the home will be taken into consideration when selecting a dog.

Location

Approved applicants must travel to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas where the dogs are located. The dog cannot be shipped to you and you may need to make multiple visits. There are no same day adoptions.

Application Process

1. Applying: TSA will only consider applicants who meet the minimum requirements listed above. If you are interested in adopting one of the dogs, please email the adoptions coordinator at adoptatsacanine@tsa.dhs.gov. We will email you with further information.
2. Meeting the dogs: Approved applicants will be emailed photos and profiles of the dogs available for adoption. You will be given an opportunity to schedule an appointment to travel to the facility in San Antonio, Texas, to meet the dog(s). Please note we cannot hold a dog for an extended period.
   We will check references and ask to interview individuals living in the home, your veterinarian and for photos of your home and/or yard.
3. Selecting the right dog: It is important that we match each dog with the best suited family. To do this, you may need to make multiple visits to our facility before a final match is made.
4. Finalizing the adoption: Processing the adoption may take a few days or weeks depending on the dog’s status. Once a pick-up date is set, you must bring a leash, collar and appropriate-sized dog shipping crate to the training center. To complete the adoption, you will be required to sign and notarize a “Covenant Not to Sue with Indemnity” agreement and complete a microchip registration prior to pick-up. You will be provided a copy of the dog’s medical records for the past six months, one month’s supply of flea and heartworm preventive, three-days-worth of dog food and copies of the adoption forms.

TSA has the right to refuse any adoption at any point. Dogs cannot be returned once adopted.