Pet Adoption

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 Mac! [2612]

male short hair white cat with black accents and green eyes

Mac is in desperate need of a forever home! He is 8 years old and easily brightens everyone's day.

Mac unfortunately arrived with us due to needing emergency surgery and dental work. Thankfully to Team Chelsea who funded the surgery he is doing better than ever. He will need to be on a prescription diet (urinary s/o) for the rest of his life. Don't let this deter you from this kind soul.

Otherwise he is a happy healthy guy. He is shy at first but it only takes a couple pets to steal his heart. He seems to enjoy the company of other cats.

Mac is vaccinated, neutered, dewormed and microchipped.

If you are interested in Mac 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)
$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

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.