We adopted 2 animals this year through a 501C3 organization. I have heard that animal adoption is considered a donation and is tax deductible. I have also heard that since I walked away with something in return for my money, there is no tax break there. Can anyone give me the correct answer? Thanks.
2007-01-23 04:57:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ Other - Taxes
My understanding is that the adoption fees are not tax deductable. Any donation to the shelter on top of that is.
2007-01-23 05:00:57 · answer #1 · answered by Tiger by the Tail 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You paid the adoption fee, got a pet - no deduction. If you gave them a contribution but did NOT get anything for it, then that would be deductible.
2007-01-23 17:09:30 · answer #2 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you cannot deduct the adoption fees. you can deduct any separate donations.
2007-01-23 05:47:58 · answer #3 · answered by Ovrtaxed 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋