The Town of Whitby provides animal care, sheltering and adoption services through the Whitby Animal Services Centre.
If you are interested in adopting a pet, please complete our Adoption Form.
See list of animals available for adoption below. To make an appointment to meet an animal or get more information, call 905.655.0283.
Rudi is a 7.5 year old Pug x Bulldog that was surrendered by her previous owner who could no longer care for her. Thanks to Team Chelsea, Rudi was surrendered in a time of need for urgent medical attention. This sweet lady had multiple stones and underwent a surgery to have them removed. Rudi has been in foster for a few weeks now and has recovered well! She is a spunky girl who loves to go on walks, cuddle up to her people and be involved in everyday activities! She will bark at other dogs and people on walks but only for more attention, this girl can't get enough! She will need to remain on a prescription diet to ensure she doesn't suffer from stones again. Rudi has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
These adorable girls are 8 week old Lab x Beagle x puppies that were born and rescued from living outside underneath a trailer. They have been in foster for a few weeks now where they are learning new tricks, cuddling up to their foster parents and keeping them on their toes! Sadie and Ivys foster mama reports that they are a dream to host; they are smart, easy going and fit in nicely at the Zoo! They have been socialized with other dogs, birds and lots of people! Sadie and Ivy love to play in the backyard, they would benefit from being placed into a home with an older pup to learn from! They have been vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. They will be spayed at a later date. If you are interested in either of them please fill out an Adoption Form.
This 3 month old Pyrenees pup is ready for work! She is looking for a job on a farm where she can excel at what she was born to do, guard her herd and happy home! Kiera is a sweet little love who would be an amazing companion for any farmer, she loves being outside and enjoys the company of other animals! Kiera is growing like a weed and should top out around 100lbs full grown, so some acreage would be ideal for her! She is a gentle giant looking for cuddles and possibly a companion who will show her what it’s like to be on a farm. We are looking to place her in a spot with Pyrenees experience to set her up for success! Kiera 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.
Oliver is a 10 week old beagle x lab mix puppy we believe. He has been flourishing in foster care! Potty training is very much in the works and is accident free overnight in his kennel. He likes to talk...alot. He likes to be the center of attention and that's okay! He is doing well in a home with another dog to show him the ropes. His foster mom said he is extremely smart and easy to train, who doesn't love that. He is very food motivated which will make training a breeze for his new adopter. Oliver has been vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped and will be neutered at a later date. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Grizelda is a 1.5 year old domestic cat that was abandoned with Anastasia by her previous owner. This lovely girl may seem shy at first but once she's comfortable she will be your shadow! She loves affection, playing with toys and is obsessed with hiding under blankets / towels! She is a great cat that would benefit from a quieter home that will give her the time she needs to feel comfortable! Grizelda has been spayed, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Zoey is a 10 week old beagle x lab mix puppy that is looking for a comfy place to land for a lifetime! This sweet girl is the calmest little love, although she does have puppy bursts of energy she is one of the most well behaved pups we have come across! Zoey is an intelligent pup that aims to please, she knows a few commands and does well with her overnight potty runs! Zoey loves attention so finding someone who is home most of the time would be ideal as she truly is attached at her foster mamas hip! She has been vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. She will be spayed at a later date. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Wilma is a 5 year old domestic cat that was found as a stray and never claimed. She was very scared on arrival and spent some time hiding underneath her towel hoping for her family to come. Wilma is now at the front of the cage and accepting pets but any loud noise will still scare her back into her bed. Wilma would do best in a quieter home where she can take her time to come out of her shell. Wilma has been spayed, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Fiona is a 2 year old domestic cat that was found as a stray along with her baby Finn. They were placed into foster together for a couple of months and are now ready for their new adventures! They are both super sweet, Finn really loves his mama and is always by her side looking to play and cuddle in. Finn is a tiny boy who took an extra few weeks in foster to reach his growth goals - he will likely be a smaller sized cat. We hope to place them in a home together as they are quite bonded! They have been spayed / neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in them please fill out an Adoption Form.
Tom here is an extremely friendly and playful 5 month old kitten. He came in as a stray and is ready to find his home! He does well with other cats and doesn't seem to mind a cat savy dog. He is very lovable and will give you a laugh! He would do well in any home really, kids, other cats etc. A more active home would be good as he may get bored if he doesn't have people or other cats to play with. He has been Neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form
Sookie is a 2 year old domestic cat that was found as a stray with her kittens. The little family was placed into foster where they all thrived and were super spoiled! Sookies kittens have since been adopted and now this sweet girl is looking for a soft place to call home! Sookie lets you know when she wants attention, walking right up to you meowing until you notice her. She is affectionate and loyal - she would be a great addition to any family! Sookie has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Sebastien is a 10 week old kitten that was found outside with quite severe injuries. This little boy had to have his tail amputated but that doesn't stop him from being a playful happy kitten! He is shy at first, understandable from what he has gone through in such a short life, but once he's comfortable he will steal the show! He is such a cuddle bug, nuzzling his head deep into your arm and chest looking for a spot to keep warm. He loves playing with other kittens and is becoming quite the trusting boy! Sebastien has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Sue is a 9 year old domestic cat that was in a life or death situation when she was surrendered. Because Sue was never spayed, she was suffering from a bacterial infection called Pyometra - this infection took over her Uterus and her entire body was shutting down. Upon arrival it was also noted that she had a 3 inch laceration on one of her legs. Sue was rushed into emergency surgery, with the miracle of Team Chelsea and prayers this strong lady survived! Sue is still in recovery but so deserves to be in a home where she can continue to progress! She is a very sweet girl that loves chin scratches and head rubs. She would do well in a quieter home, and deserves the VERY BEST - so please come willing to spoil!! Sue has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Benny and Jax are 2 month old kittens that were found as strays and placed straight into foster! They have been spoiled during their stay in foster, and are ready for that to continue in their new home! Both are extremely loving - they are a great mix of zoomies and cuddle bugs! They are use to other cats and fluffy animals! Benny and Jax have been vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. They will be neutered at a later date. If you are interested in them please fill out an Adoption Form.
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.
These little lovers are 2 month old kittens that were dumped at the shelter, not old enough to be away from their mama. Our foster generously took them on right away and have cared for them for weeks getting them to the point where they can be adopted! They are all use to other cats and large breed dogs. 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.
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.
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 for cats and dogs include spaying or neutering, vaccination and a one-year animal licence. All fees are subject to HST:
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:
Ensure you are prepared to take on these expenses when you submit an application to adopt a pet:
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