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Take Me Home

We took care of them. Now let them take care of you.
Here we take care of animals rescued from evacuated areas in Minas Gerais and we want to share all this love with more people through adoption.
Having a pet brings physical and mental health benefits. It’s an exchange of love and affection that’s good for everyone. Take one home, look after it and let it look after you too.
A dog dressed as a veterinarian, with a stethoscope around its neck, is sitting on an orange paw-shaped background. Surrounding the dog are four circular images of other animals: two cats (one black and one tabby) and two dogs (one with black fur and another with mixed fur).
A dog wearing a white bandana with a red heart and a white cross in the center.

Who we are

Take Me Home is the adoption program created by Vale to find new families for the animals rescued in the areas affected by the failure of B1 Tailings Dam in Brumadinho and in other evacuated areas in Minas Gerais.
While they wait to be adopted, the animals are cared for with a lot of love and affection by our team of specialists at the farms maintained by Vale in Brumadinho, Barão dos Cocais and Itabirito, as well as at partner pet hotels.
A dog with a blurred face in an outdoor setting, with greenery and a tree trunk in the background. The word "Blue" is written in the top left corner. In the bottom left corner, there are icons for comments and likes.
Close-up of a tortoiseshell cat with green eyes, named Esmeralda. The background features a chain-link fence. At the bottom of the image, there are three icons: a heart, a speech bubble, and an arrow.

Meet the pets

Our spaces are home to an enchanting diversity of animals: from the smallest to the largest, from the youngest to the most experienced, from the calmest to the most playful. Browse below, click on the photos to find out more about each animal and choose one to take home.
Find your next best friend.

Adoption is an act of love

Check out the testimonials from some of the many people who have found a best friend to take home and now live with more love and affection.
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We know that adoption is an act of love done responsibly. That’s why we’re here to support you throughout the process, ensuring that adoption takes place in a well-planned way.
Our team will be by your side to provide you with all the information you need to make this decision. We want this to be a rewarding experience for you and your new pet.

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A black dog lying on the ground, chewing on an object that appears to be a bone or stick. The background consists of dry grass and dirt.

Top 10 reasons to adopt your pet from Take Me Home

Castration included: Adult animals are delivered neutered, while puppies will be castrated by our team at the appropriate age for the procedure.
Vaccines and deworming: All animals are delivered vaccinated and dewormed, and follow-up antiparasitic medicines are included.
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Convenient delivery: We will take the pet to you! If you’re up to 150 km from Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, don’t worry – we’re ready to deliver.
Veterinary follow-up: All animals receive veterinary follow-up care for at least six months after adoption, guaranteeing their health and well-being.
Guaranteed examinations: If necessary, examinations are also guaranteed during the follow-up period, ensuring that your pet remains healthy.
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Important tests: Every dog is tested for leishmaniasis and every cat is tested for feline immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia virus.
Access to information: we offer educational materials and information on animal care to help new owners provide the best environment for their new friends.
 Perfect match: We help find the best match between adopters and animals, considering their preferences and lifestyle.
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Guaranteed identification: all the animals are microchipped, which is important for their correct identification.
Guaranteed examinations: if necessary, examinations are also guaranteed during the follow-up period, ensuring that your pet is always healthy.

Having a pet is great​
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Many studies have proven that having a pet has significant benefits for physical and mental health. Rest assured, while you’re looking after them, they’re also looking after you!
Pode ter certeza, enquanto você cuida deles, eles também estão cuidando de você.

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It’s good for the heart.

We’re not just talking about love! Having a pet can help improve blood pressure, reduce stress and even lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. What’s more, going for walks and having fun with pets can contribute to an even better quality of life.

It’s good for the mind.

Living with pets releases endorphins, creating a feeling of well-being, peace and improved self-esteem. Our pets can offer companionship and emotional support in times of stress and anxiety, making life lighter and happier.

Yes, I want to take one home!

Have you found your new best friend? Then see what the next steps are to take it home:
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Fill out the Responsible Adoption Interest Form for any species with the name and ID number of the animal you want to take in.
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Wait for our team to get back to you within seven days. We look forward to getting in touch with you!
A black and white cat with green eyes looking upward. The cat is wearing a collar and is outdoors, with a blurred background that includes some fencing and possibly trees or poles. In the top left corner of the image, there is an icon of a computer monitor.
Prepare for the virtual interviews. You’ll receive all the information you need about your chosen animal and the adoption process. Once everything is in order, all you have to do is wait to welcome your new best friend at home!

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Two children are in a garden or backyard area with four dogs. The children's faces are blurred. One child is wearing a blue shirt and holding one of the dogs; the other is wearing a tie-dye shirt and denim shorts, interacting with another dog. The background includes greenery, trees, and a brick wall.
Two children are playing with a brown dog in an outdoor setting. Another brown dog is in the background. The scene appears to be a grassy area with some trees and plants around.
Two people with blurred faces are standing behind a table. On the table, there is a blue bowl from which a tabby cat is drinking. The setting appears to be indoors, with various objects and furniture visible in the background.
A group of five people — three children and two adults — sitting or kneeling outdoors with four dogs. The people's faces are blurred for privacy. The setting appears to be a garden or backyard with trees, plants, and a house in the background.
Three people and two dogs are on a wooden deck. On the left, a child is holding a toy; in the center, a person is sitting with a dog on their lap; on the right, another person is petting a dog lying down. There is also a red, white, and blue ball on the deck near the right side of the image.
A person holding a black and white dog. The person is wearing a brown sweater. The background includes some greenery and part of a building or structure.
A family scene with three people and two dogs. One person is sitting on the floor holding a small white dog with a blue collar. Another person is sitting cross-legged holding a black and white dog wearing a red bow tie. A child stands between the two adults, holding a colorful ball. The setting appears to be an indoor or semi-outdoor area with wooden flooring and some toys scattered around.
Two people are sitting on the floor against a textured wall, with a black dog between them. The person on the left is wearing a dark grey t-shirt with colorful text that says "FIND YOUR LIGHT" and has long hair tied back. The person on the right is wearing a dark blue t-shirt with an orange and white graphic design. The black dog in the middle is wearing a pink collar and is looking at the camera.
Two people sitting on chairs with a black dog on their laps. The person on the left is wearing a dark t-shirt with colorful faces printed on it, and the person on the right is wearing a gray t-shirt. In the background, there are bookshelves filled with books, and a keyboard is partially visible on the right.
A man holding a black dog. The man's face is blurred, and he is wearing a black t-shirt with colorful graphics of two faces. The dog is wearing a collar with a pink and white decorative piece attached to it.
Two people sitting on a couch with three dogs. The people's faces are blurred. Behind them, there are two framed artworks hanging on the wall. The couch has yellow pillows on either side.
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Talk to us​

Our customer service team is available to answer any questions you may have. Just call one of the numbers below:
Adoption team: ‎+55 (31) 99534-2991

Do you recognize any of these animals?

If you recognize any of the animals recorded here, please contact our service center: 0800 031 0831
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