How much does it cost to adopt a relative child from Vietnam?
Q. My husband is Vietnamese and we live in the U.S. He is a resident alien and I am a citizen. My husband's sister in Vietnam wants us to adopt her son and raise him here in the U.S. Does anyone know how much it costs to adopt a relative from Vietnam or where we would even begin?
Asked by Jenel - Tue Jan 12 03:51:38 2010 - Other - Family & Relationships - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Go to immigration centre and adoption centre in US they will help yu how to adopt yu sister son.It does not cost much if yu are US citizen.Only some papers and nominal fees to be paid to the US government.
Answered by prem - Tue Jan 12 04:57:04 2010

How much would it cost to adopt from over seas?
Q. I've been doing a little research on how much it'd cost to adopt domestic and the price to adopt an infant is outrageous, and a little disturbing in my opinion. I was wondering if adopting an infant from over seas be less... My wife and I can't conceive a baby and we aren't the richest people but still would love to start a family. Any information would be great.
Asked by Someone Random - Fri Oct 7 19:52:09 2011 - Adoption - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Hello. My husband and I adopted a sibling group of 3 last year. International adoptions cost around $40 K on average. That is figuring in agency fees, foreign fees, travel, food, etc. The cost greatly depends on the country and length of time you are in the country. For example, China, a one-trip country, is not going to have the same costs as Russia, a two-trip country. Keep in mind too that you do not pay this all at once; fees are stretched out over a period of time. You do not have to be rich to adopt internationally, but you do have to plan and be financially sound. You need to save, you can take out loans and there are grant programs as well (hard to come by, but they do exist). Adopting an infant overseas is however, becoming less… [cont.]
Answered by K - Sat Oct 8 22:46:07 2011

How to adopt a child if you live in Kazakhstan?
Q. I am planning to move to Kazakhstan next Summer. I was wondering if it is possible to adopt from there if you live there. Ive been researching but al I can seem to find are things for Americans adopting from there. What are the requirements (age, income, permanent residency) if you live there. Please help me as this is something I extremely want to do. Also if you could list some agencies that are in that country I would be most grateful. thanks sooo much!
Asked by Kendall W - Tue Dec 8 22:17:29 2009 - Adoption - 2 Answers - Comments

A. I'm assuming you are a U.S. citizen? And I am also assuming when you move to Kazakhstan, you will still be a U.S. citizen? You say you can only seem to find things for Americans adopting from Kazakhstan. Well, if you are an American now, you will still be an American whether you move to Kazakhstan or France or Mexico. I would research adoption agencies here and talk to them about your situation. WACAP is a reputable agency that does Kazakhstan adoptions. And I know they work with people living internationally, such as military personnel.
Answered by Black Orchid - Wed Dec 9 22:10:05 2009

Is it safe to adopt a full grown german shepherd?
Q. I want to adopt a German Shepherd from the shelter. I'm just wandering if they make sure hes behaved or has mental problems at the shelters. And when do you adopt is it hard for the dogs to get used to a new owner?
Asked by marco G - Sun May 25 03:59:53 2008 - Dogs - 9 Answers - Comments

A. A dog's temperment is primarily formed by its treatment and raising by previous owners. Any breed dog can be aggressive. I agree that any GSD needs an experianced owner, someone with plenty of time to spend with the dog, and someone who is a natural pack leader. GSD's can be very willful and destructive when bored. A GSD will normally be owner centric---meaning they don't run up to strangers and slobber happily all over them. They are guardians. This can make some difficult to adopt...they really mourn from missing their previous owners. Unfortunately GSD's have in some cases come from inexperianced breeders. These animals can have many back/hip/eye problems that many new owners can't afford to fix. Also poorly bred GSD's can have serious… [cont.]
Answered by Chrissy V - Sun May 25 05:17:39 2008

How much easier is it to adopt an older child compared to a baby?
Q. I'm interested in adopting a child. My sister didn't have any children and ended up adopting identical twin girls from Eastern Europe, they are 13 and have cerebral palsy and both can't walk. They are very beautiful and sweet and my sister is very close to them...Is it generally easier to adopt an older child? What about an older child with a physical disability? (I'm not interested in those with low mental function though). How hard is it compared to adopting a baby?
Asked by Shelly - Thu Mar 12 01:05:07 2009 - Adoption - 9 Answers - Comments

A. I am a foster mom, and have adopted three. One was actually in my oldest daughter's foster home (she and her husband were a group foster home). I knew him well from birth, he became my adoption placement when he was a year old, and we finalized when he was eighteen months old. We had gotten a foster/adopt license when we adopted him, so we began fostering for the state again. One week after we finalized our sons adoption, the little girl who became our adopted daughter came to live with us, she was two and a half, and we finalized her adoption when she was four. Six weeks after her adoption was final, we were asked to take her five month old baby brother, and we did. We finalized his adoption when he was three days from eighteen months old… [cont.]
Answered by farm mom of 10 - Thu Mar 12 08:10:03 2009

How much is it to adopt a baby in garden grove california?
Q. Ok i was thinking around next summer to adopt a baby, but how much is it, and what would be a good age to adopt the baby?
Asked by Lynneal - Mon May 10 10:00:25 2010 - Adoption - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Ummm I Used Live In Garden Grove, Ca. LOL A Lot Of Money, As The Cost & Expenses In The Trafficing & Peddeling Of Human Flesh Have Really Gone Up Around The World. Gods Speed !
Answered by ManInTheMoon - Mon May 10 12:56:36 2010

Where to adopt or rescue or get a free St Bernard in michigan?
Q. I want to adopt, rescue or get a free st bernard in michigan! I realy love this breed and have always wanted to get one and ad him to our family. Where can i get one? Does anyone have experience with this breed what is it like to own one. How affectionate are they? If anyone wants to give one away please send me a message!
Asked by stbernard@rocketmail.com - Tue Jul 15 18:22:20 2008 - Dogs - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Saints can certainly be affectionate. I've had them sit in my lap! While the dogs aren't free, you save a ton of money as everything is included in the adoption price that you would need to pay for with a "free" dog, but at a much lower cost. So, essentially a shelter pet is cheaper than a "free to good home" dog. Also, by supporting rescue, you aren't supporting a backyard breeder or puppy mill by taking away their giveaways. if you're interested in adopting a dog but live too far away from it, there is often the option of having a dog transported to you/closer to you. Google "dog rescue transportation."
Answered by Angry Y!A Nerd, Meaghan Edwards - Tue Jul 15 19:19:30 2008

If I adopt a child from a different religion should I have her practice my religion or her own?
Q. I want twins, but im probabally not gonna have them so i was thinking about adopting one. And then this random question popped in my head. If i adopt one its not gonna be about race and religion, i wanna adopt a girl who catches my attention. So should follow my culture or grow up and follow hers. Btw im not really a religious person but i do follow my religion, and worship gods of other religions.
Asked by La_La_La - Mon Jun 20 00:20:19 2011 - Religion & Spirituality - 10 Answers - Comments

A. Don't coerce them into ANY religion. Lay out all the facts and let them decide when they are at an appropriate age. Whether you believe God exists or not I think we can all appreciate the fact of letting them decide.
Answered by Ezekiel Fernando - Mon Jun 20 00:21:59 2011

How to Adopt and Chances of experiencing a sucessful adoption?
Q. In the future I plan on adopting four children. Doesn't matter where they are from or what nationality they are or their age. I just want two boys and two girls. I'm going to have a nice career. I doubt I will have a mate and I'm not religious. What can I expect when I go to adopt. How difficult is it to adopt? I'm still in highschool, I just want to know the details now.
Asked by Kyos girl - Sat Jan 3 18:41:41 2009 - Adoption - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Many African countries offer fairly painless (as far as adoptions go) adoptions; Ethiopia is an example. Most countries require that you are at least 25 and some require that you are 30 (China). You will have mounds of paperwork and home studies, but it's not all that bad from what I understand.
Answered by Esther - Sun Jan 4 20:18:21 2009

How much is it to adopt a dog from Little Shelter Animal Rescue?
Q. I live on Long Island, and Little Shelter in Huntington is where i'm thinking about adopting a puppy. I have been there before when i was little and only adopted a cat. How much is it to adopt a PUPPY from there? Anyone who has adopted from there please tell me. And how much is it to adopt a pure breed from there? Usually its more expensive. Thanks. I want to get a small dog. Does that change the price? And i can't find the prices on their website.
Asked by Megan B. - Sun Jul 25 12:33:08 2010 - Dogs - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Well It depends but usually it's around 100-200 but it depends on the size and the breed but it costs money as well because they neutered the dog and gave it shots.
Answered by Whatever!! - Sun Jul 25 12:39:57 2010

How much is the average to adopt a child?
Q. We have one child and lost one due to heart complications. I had a tubal ligation and cannot have any more babies. We have talked about adopting. How much is the average to adopt a child?
Asked by Courtney - Mon Nov 15 15:31:01 2010 - Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Foster Care Adoptions$0 - $2,500 Licensed Private Agency Adoptions$5,000 - $40,000+ Independent Adoptions$8,000 - $40,000+ Facilitated/Unlicensed Adoptions$5,000 - $40,000+ Intercountry Adoptions$7,000 - $30,000 While the overall figures may seem daunting, prospective adoptive parents should explore all adoption options and the associated costs for each. In some cases, the total cost may be much less than the maximum figures cited here; resources may also be available to help offset costs.
Answered by Matt7812 - Mon Nov 15 15:40:58 2010

How can I adopt a child and how do I get approved to adopt?
Q. My wife and I want to adopt an African American or Hispanic child. We have 4 other children, but we don't want to go through another pregnancy.
Asked by I'm wearing REDSOX - Mon Oct 1 08:34:11 2007 - Adoption - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. OK, you can do this I think this is wonderful to adopt a baby without a home..Make sure you finances are right and you have enough room at the home..or have some one have a baby for U...My Dear
Answered by oneglook - Mon Oct 1 08:55:56 2007

What is it like to Adopt a child from the foster care system?
Q. Is it any easier or harder than regular adoption with a baby. What are the kids usually like, I have read about some of them being harder to handle. Have you had experience with a hard to handle kid? What are the older ones like? I am kinda interested in adopting siblings, is this a good idea. How do you look for a child to adopt? Do you get to meet them or do anything with them to see if you are a good match?
Asked by JC Forever - Tue Jul 5 15:32:24 2011 - Adoption - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Foster care adoption, unlike infant adoption through a private agency, has basic requirements to ensure the safety and stability of the child but are not interested on your religion, in many states they do not care about your marital status and it is more economical. In my opinion, it is a much simpler and open process to adopt through foster care. Not all children in foster care have "issues" but many do since they have survived difficult situations that would alter the personality of the most stable adult. However, in many ways they are just regular children with unique personalities and needs. Beneath the complexities there is always a child. If you approach the foster care system you will be given tools and support to care… [cont.]
Answered by DeliCinq - Tue Jul 5 15:56:06 2011

How do you adopt a road? Are there civic organizations or individuals in your community who have adopted roads
Q. How do you adopt a road? Are there civic organizations or individuals in your community who have adopted roads for cleanup? How does a person or organization qualify to adopt a road? What procedures are followed during clean-up? (How often does clean-up occur, how are the workers protected from traffic along the roadway, what do they do with the garbage they collect, etc) If civic organizations or individuals don t adopt roads, who does the cleanup, and how is it paid for?
Asked by ken - Thu Aug 30 22:20:14 2007 - Law & Ethics - 1 Answers - Comments

A. I think it depends on which county's road you want to adopt. Each government agency has different requirements, but for most "adoptions," it's really a matter of keeping it clean. Here's some information from King's County's (Seattle, WA) Adopt-A-Road program: About the Adopt-A-Road Program The King County Adopt-A-Road Program is a litter-reduction campaign designed to remove litter and debris from county roads and improve the quality of the environment. The first Adopt-a-Road cleanup took place in September 1991. Since then, 185 groups now participate in this effort to cleanup county roads. The program establishes a partnership between volunteer groups and the King County Department of Transportation Road Services Division by… [cont.]
Answered by Princess Leia - Thu Aug 30 22:28:14 2007

How do i adopt a hamster from a shelter?
Q. Well, i am getting a hamster. But me and my mom are trying to figure out how to adopt. Do you have to sign papers? Do you do it online and pick the hamster up at the shelter? How does it work?
Asked by fergieferg189 - Tue Aug 14 20:26:26 2007 - Rodents - 9 Answers - Comments

A. I volunteer for a local humane society shelter that does get smaller animals like g. pigs, hamsters, and rabbits. There are different policies at different shelters, but I can tell you how ours works. You do have to physically come in to the shelter where you will fill out papers, pay fees, etc. You will have to go through some meeting where they ask you questions and give you information so you know what you're getting into. You are also required to be at least 21 years old in order to adopt. So you may want to bring your Mom with you, because your local shelter will most likely have a similar policy. Good luck!
Answered by tmc0037 - Tue Aug 14 20:32:15 2007

How to adopt a nephew from the Philippines?
Q. Hi! My mom wants to adopt my cousin who is in the Philippines, My mom and I are both permanent resident(green card holders) here in the US. My question is how can my mom adopt my cousin who is in the Philippines? His parents doesn't about him anymore and my mom feels bad for doing nothing so she asked me to do a research. Its kind of sad but anyway I wish someone can give me the step-by-step or at least a website in which I could find information about this kind of stuffs. Thanks in advance.
Asked by Con-con - Tue Aug 25 12:49:44 2009 - Adoption - 2 Answers - Comments

A. All Phillipine adoptions must go through ICAB - This is a link to their FAQ While the information is geared toward non-relative adoptions, they do mention in a few places that relative adoptions will be treated slightly differently. Spend some time at the site and use their contact information to contact someone there who can help you. You're also going to have to check with US Immigration about bringing your cousin to the US as the adopted child of permanent residents. I looked into it very quickly for you and the easiest summary of the rules that I can find is here:
Answered by rat - Tue Aug 25 13:18:54 2009

How much does it cost to adopt a kitten?
Q. I really would like to adopt a kitten, (I have an older female cat and a female shih tzu already) but i was wondering if anyone could tell me how much adopting a kitten from a shelter would cost?
Asked by ~The stars in the sky are all that keep her alive~ - Sat Feb 21 13:06:11 2009 - Cats - 8 Answers - Comments

A. here in NY, it costs about $50 to adopt a cat from a shelter
Answered by Amanda is MARRIED! - Sat Feb 21 13:20:29 2009

How to adopt a child from florida if I live in another state?
Q. Hi I live in Washington and I would like to know how to adopt a child from Florida. How am I suppose to attend orientation and MAPP classes if I don't live their? What are Florida's requirements regarding age, singles, and religion? And what are the steps I take to get approved. All answers are greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Asked by Kenny - Fri Jul 3 17:53:43 2009 - Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 1 Answers - Comments

A. If the child is your relative, then contact Social Services in Florida and ask them how you can do these things either locally or in one day seminars in Florida. Expect to make one or 2 trips to Florida. As far as requirements, if you are a relative, age, marital status and religion aren't usually considered that strongly. It is usually better for the child (and the state of Florida) if a child is raised by relatives. If you are adopting a stranger's child, then I would suggest contacting the agency involved and ask how to do this long distance. Local problems for the classes are usually acceptable if similar.
Answered by TotalRecipeHound - Fri Jul 3 19:09:43 2009

How much does it cost to adopt a child in California?
Q. My husband and I just got married a year ago. We don't plan to have kids for a few years, but we both think adoption is a wonderful thing and would like to adopt a child in the future. Where should we go to look for a child to adopt? How long does the process usually take? I've heard it is expensive. Do you know, about how much does it cost?
Asked by Athena - Tue Oct 2 19:13:36 2007 - Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 1 Answers - Comments

A. It depends on a lot of factors- whether you want to adopt domestically or internationally, an older child or an infant, etc. The cost ranges from very cheap for foster care adoption to thousands of dollars for international adoption. But of course cost is only part of the picture, there are lots of pros and cons to each. I suggest mining through this site for a while: Best wishes to you and your growing family! <3 Kelsey
Answered by Kelsey H - Tue Oct 2 20:24:16 2007

How can I find places that are offering children to adopt for Christmas?
Q. I live in Florida and am interested in "adopting" needy children (giving them new clothing, toys, etc.) for Christmas. I know the Salvation Army is offering an Adopt a Child for Christmas program at our local mall, but I've adopted six children from this program this year and would like to perhaps find other programs/children that are in need of something for Christmas. Does anyone know of any websites I could check out that would point me in the right direction as to how to locate programs that are offering adults the ability to "adopt" a child for Christmas?
Asked by forever.devoted - Sat Nov 18 14:47:17 2006 - Community Service - 6 Answers - Comments

A. Check with local battered womens shelters and if you have Hospice in your area check with them. Hospice is an organization that provides care to the terminally ill and grief care to the familys of ill patients, you might be able to help out children who have recently lost a parent or someone close during the holidays. also look into adopting an senior citizen. thats what I did last year and got her some slippers and a phonecard to call her family cuz she couldnt afford to. I also must say kudos to you for making such a wonderful difference! :) oh and I forgot to meantion that I found the senior citizen adoption at a local department store on a christmas tree display where you would buy the present at the store and give it to the store to… [cont.]
Answered by Mayor McKim - Sat Nov 18 14:53:55 2006