The Town of Whitby provides animal care, sheltering and adoption services through the Whitby Animal Services Centre.

Adopt a pet

If you are interested in adopting a pet, please complete our Adoption Form.

Animals available for adoption

See list of animals available for adoption below. To make an appointment to meet an animal or get more information, call 905.655.0283.

Meet Malloy! [2496A]

Malloy is a 5 year old mixed breed in need of a forever home. He is an absolute sweetheart and loves everyone he meets.

He is extremely active! He will need an active family that is willing to provide adequate exercise to allow him to burn off some of that energy.

Malloy knows some basic obedience skills. He gets so excited he tends to jump on people therefore, he should not go to a home with any young children.

He enjoys the company of other dogs but can be forward with his play. He would be suitable to go to a home with another energy comparable dog.

Malloy is used to having someone home often and does not do well in a crate. He is an escape artist both inside and outside. He should only go to a home with a fenced in backyard. 

Once you meet Malloy, you can’t help yourself but to fall in love with him. He is as handsome as he is sweet. He is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed and given a flea and tick treatment. If you are interested in him please fill out the application online. We will be accepting multiple applications. We will be in contact with a few applicants for further phone interviews.

Meet Apple! [2487]

Apple is a 5 month old female spayed kitten. She is full of energy and can’t wait to spoil you with love. She loves everyone she meets and is very social.

If you are interested in Apple please fill out the online adoption application. 

 

 

 

 

Meet Clyde! [2458]

Clyde is an 8 year old male neutered cat in need of a forever home. He is a kind and gentle soul that would be happy with going to a quiet home.

Clyde can be shy at first and would not be recommended to a home with young children.

If you are interested in Clyde please fill out the online adoption application. 

 

 

 

 

Book a meet and greet

Animal meet-and-greets at the Animal Services Centre are by appointment only. Call 905.655.0283 or send us an email to schedule a visit.

Location and hours

Adoption fees

Adoption fees for cats and dogs include spaying or neutering, vaccination and a one-year animal licence. All fees are subject to HST:

• $250 for a kitten (under one year)
• $150 for a cat
• $500 for a puppy (under one year)
• $250 for a dog
• $50 for all other animals

Choosing the right pet for your family

Adopting an animal is a long-term commitment. Before deciding to adopt, think about what you and your family are looking for in a pet. Every breed has unique characteristics and each individual pet is different. Here are some questions to consider with your household:

• Why do I want a pet?
• What characteristics do I want my pet to have?
• How much time will I need to spend caring for my pet?
• How much of my income can I spend on a pet?
• Am I willing to work patiently to train a pet?

The cost of owning a pet

Ensure you are prepared to take on these expenses when you submit an application to adopt a pet:

• Annual vaccinations, check-ups and veterinary care
• Obedience classes
• Flea control, deworming and grooming
• Boarding
• Food and treats
• Other supplies, including toys, beds and litter

Six reasons to adopt an adult cat

1. 

   An adult cat's personality has already developed, so you'll know if he or she is a good fit for your family.
2. Adult cats have longer attention spans which makes them easier to train than kittens.
3. Adult cats are often already litter trained and are less likely to forget where the box is.
4. Adult cats are often content to just relax in your company, unlike kittens, who may get into mischief.
5. Adult cats often know that scratching posts (not furniture) are for scratching and toys (not hands or feet) are for biting.
6. Adult cats are the hardest to find homes for, so when you adopt a mature cat, you're saving a life.