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Town of Whitby
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 Coco [5967]
Coco is an 11-year-old Retriever x Chow mix with a heart as golden as her fur. This special girl is on the lookout for her forever home where she can thrive and enjoy her golden years. While Coco has her quirks, she's truly a sweetheart when given the space and understanding she needs. Coco is not a fan of other dogs and has a history of aggression towards them, so she needs to be the sole canine in her household. She thrives in an environment where she can soak up all the love and attention, making her the perfect companion for someone who can offer her a calm and peaceful home. Coco has been spayed, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Bella [5996]
Bella is a 4 year old German Shep that was taken from a very bad situation and is now looking for a better chance at life! Bella is very friendly, but because of her previous history we would like to place her in a home with a female owner so she can feel most comfortable. Bella enjoys her fenced in yard where she spends most of her day running and playing around - living her best life! She has previously lived with children and loves to play all day long! Bella has been vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. She will be spayed at a later date. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Beethoven [5698A]
Beethoven is a 2 year old St.Bernard that was found as a stray and never claimed. Sitting at 115lbs, Beethoven is quite the strong pup. He doesn't quite understand being on a leash and was likely use to roaming a rural property. We would like to find Beethoven another property or livestock herd to manage. He seems to be okay with dogs his size. Although he can be shy at first, Beethoven quickly warms up and especially loves being spoken to like a baby. He has a big bark and often warns us when someone is pulling into the shelter, he would be a great addition to any farm! Beethoven has been neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Tommy [5853]
Tommy is an 8 month old domestic kitten that was found as a stray and never claimed. He is an extremely friendly guy that loves to cuddle! He seems to not mind having other kitty friends around, making him a great addition to any family! Tommy loves the laser toy and will definitely need an owner that will keep him mentally stimulated with toys and lots of activity. Tommy has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Remi [5764]
Remi is a 2 year old Cane Corso that was unfortunately dumped by her previous owner. This sweet lady took a while to catch, but thankfully to Team Chelsea and a few employees on the property she was dumped at, she was brought to safety. Remi took a few days to decompress from the situation and started to show her very sweet, docile and calm side to her. She gets extremely excited to see the staff every morning, looking to play in the backyard and roll around for belly rubs! Remi seems to be okay with most dogs, and was very excited to meet the cats here at the shelter! She will require someone with corso experience and a fenced in backyard! Remi has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Mama [5182A]
Mama is a 2 year old cat that was found with her kittens earlier this year. She has been a surrogate mom to 9 additional kittens during her stay with us and without her help those kittens would not have had such an amazing start to their lives! We would love to place this sweet girl in a quiet home where she can now soak up all of the attention she deserves! Although she can by shy with strangers, Mama does warm up - especially with some convincing if you have a churu treat in hand! Mama has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Willie [5804]
Willie is a 6 year old domestic cat that was surrendered in medical distress. Thankfully Team Chelsea took this boy on right away so that he could receive treatment! Willie was blocked and in a lot of pain. Now that he is feeling better, he is on his quest to find his forever family! Willie is extremely loving, demands head butts and chin scratches all day long. He will require to be fed a urinary diet for the remainder of his life to prevent another blockage. Willie has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Orangie & Sassie [5093A&B]
This adorable duo are bonded sisters that are looking for a forever home! Unfortunately their owner is moving out of the Country and can not take them with her. Orangie and Sassie are very independent but randomly come up for some love and attention. They are use to other cats and are obsessed with scratching posts! They have been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in them please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Vester [5769]
Vester is a 5 year old domestic cat that was found in very rough shape. This handsome man was barely alive, full of injuries out in the hot sun - suffering from maggot infestation in his open sores. Luckily, Team Chelsea took him on and rushed him in for around the clock life saving medical care. Vester had multiple lesions all over his poor little body. The insects almost chewed off his entire paw. He will still be in recovery for the next few weeks but we would love to get a head start on finding him a comfortable - extra loving home to call his own! Vester has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Kiko & Martini [5024]
Kiko and Martini are 1.5 year old budgies that are looking for their forever home, together! They are quite tame and are use to humans so they would be a great addition to any home! If you are interested in them please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Gwen [5327]
Gwen is a 7 year old cat that was surrendered to us by her previous owner who could no longer care for her. She is a very independent cat who would do best in a home with no other animals as she would rather have all of the attention to herself! Gwen enjoys being pet and having her chin scratched, but when shes had enough she will let you know! She has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Boo & Chip [2329]
Boo and Chip are 3.5 year old dwarf bunnies that were surrendered by their previous loving home. These buns are very friendly and have been pre loved - looking for another lap to cuddle up to! Their favorite veggie is brussel sprouts but they wont turn down a snack - ever! They would do great as a pair, or separate as long as they are getting attention from their new family! If you are interested in either of them please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Peaches, Cream, Eenie, Meenie & Miiny
[5932A-E]
This group of kittens were transferred in from a partnering shelter in the hopes of finding their forever families! All of them were picked up as strays but we are sure they were raised in a house as they are all super friendly! These kittens have been spayed / neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in either of them please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Lokie [4374]
Loki is a 2 year old long haired handsome man. Loki is the main man and wants to be tended to accordingly, so being the only pet in the household is ideal! Loki is an incredibly playful guy who would like to be played with daily and receive lots of stimulation. In his current home he has begun clicker training and absolutely loves it! He knows sit, paw, high five and to come to his name. He purrs whenever training sessions start and looks forward to it every morning. He loves all of the puzzles and snuffle mats that we have given him and would love if he could have some in his new home. We have not come across a food that he doesn’t like! Treats and food alike, he is very food motivated and will always want a piece of your meals (you will need to pay the cheese tax). He does seem a bit food insecure, so consistent feeding times would be best. He is a very chatty man and loves to tell you when he needs something. He is a very snuggly boy once he warms up but he knows his boundaries and if you understand cat body language you will be able to tell when he has had enough. This goes for combing as well which he seems to enjoy but will let you know when enough is enough. Overall, Loki would do best in a home where he can be the king of the roost. somewhere he can receive lots of stimulation both physically and mentally! With more exposure he may even be a great adventure cat! Loki has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Harper, Dill, Marley & Morgan [5154A-D]
This adorable litter of kittens are now ready to find their forever homes! They are very well socialized, thanks to their foster family! If you are looking for constant laughs, nightly snuggles or a friend for your other feline family member consider adopting one of these kittens! They have been vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. They will be spayed/neutered at a later date. If you are interested in either of them please fill out an Adoption Form.
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
The Animal Services Centre is located 4680 Thickson Rd. N., and we are open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our office is closed on Sundays and Statutory Holidays.
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)
- $309.74 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
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An adult cat's personality has already developed, so you'll know if he or she is a good fit for your family.
- Adult cats have longer attention spans which makes them easier to train than kittens.
- Adult cats are often already litter trained and are less likely to forget where the box is.
- Adult cats are often content to just relax in your company, unlike kittens, who may get into mischief.
- Adult cats often know that scratching posts (not furniture) are for scratching and toys (not hands or feet) are for biting.
- Adult cats are the hardest to find homes for, so when you adopt a mature cat, you're saving a life.
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