Adopt a dog

Meet the dogs waiting to find their forever home. Our adoptable dogs are updated regularly and new dogs become available for adoption frequently, so check back often to see who’s available. 

If you would like to adopt a dog from Animal Services, view adoptable pets online or on our social media pages:

What to bring

  • Photo identification
  • Rental agreement (if applicable)
  • Any other dogs who will be living with your new companion
  • A leash and collar

Process

  • Screening
  • Matchmaking
  • Meet-and-greet
  • Adoption paperwork

Adoption fees

All adoption fees include:

  • A $46 non-refundable deposit
  • Mandatory spaying/neutering 
  • First year of pet licensing 
  • First vaccinations and full health check 
  • Tattoo 
  • Microchip  
  • Six weeks of free pet insurance 
  • Sample bag of dog food 

Dogs

  • Over 4 months: $323
  • Under 4 months: $363
  • Senior dog (8 years and older): $171

Other animals

  • Exotic animal: $180
  • Commercial animal: $180

Payment

  • Debit, Visa Debit, Debit Mastercard 
  • Visa, Mastercard, American Express 
  • Cash In person only
  • Cheque In person only 

Adoption fees include:

  • Mandatory spaying/neutering
  • First year of pet licensing
  • First vaccinations and full health check
  • Tattoo
  • Microchip 
  • 6 weeks of free pet insurance
  • Sample bag of dog food
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