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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 Poppy [5485]
Poppy is a 4 month old domestic kitten that was found as a stray and never claimed! This sweetie was skin and bones on arrival, spooked of the sight of everything - including food! She has been in foster for a few weeks now and has made a lot of progress! She gets along well with other cats and really comes out of her shell once she trusts you! Poppy has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Jinx [5894]
Jinx is a 1.5 year old terrier x that was surrendered by his previous family. He was quite a sheltered puppy and not socialized at all. He has been in foster for a few weeks now and is making strides, but still has a few triggers we are working through. He would do best in a quiet home, with no other dogs or small kids. Jinx is a great dog once he is use to his people, he will cuddle up and beg for belly rubs. When he gets excited he makes the strangest faces, you have to see them. Jinx has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Stevie [5591B]
Stevie is a 3 year old domestic cat that was suffering from a blockage. Thankfully, he found his way to Team Chelsea who immediately brought him in for care! Stevie was in a lot of pain, but after his stay at the clinic he's an entirely different cat! He LOVES people, begs to be held and kneads in the air non stop while getting his belly rubbed! Stevie seems to be okay with other cats. He has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Tanker [5465]
Tanker is a 2 year old cat that was found as a stray and never claimed. He is a talker, and will get the other cats going -all of them requesting some more temptation treats! So we love the choir he starts for us. Tanker was very scared on arrival but is now always demanding more pets and chin scratches! He seems to be okay with other cats. Tanker has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Ford
Ford is a very social 1 year old gerbil looking for another friend or pack to join! He is a friendly guy that is always looking for a snack! Gerbils are great pets, they're very clean and give off little to no odour compared to other little furry friends. If you are interested in him please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Pumpkin [5734A]
Pumpkin is a 10 month old kitten that was taken from an abuse case in the hopes of finding an amazing forever home. Pumpkin was very shy on arrival, curled up in a ball for weeks. With some patience, churus and TLC Pumpkin has turned a leaf and is coming around! She enjoys being pet and will even drool now looking for more! She will require a quiet home where she can take her time in coming around. She has been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in her please fill out an Adoption Form.
Meet Jingle & Bell [5538A&B]
Jingle and Bell are 4 month old domestic kittens that were found as strays and never claimed. They are quite the hand full, looking for every possible piece of furniture to climb and claim as theirs! An active home that will play with them all day is ideal! Jingle is more of a cuddler than Bell but she does calm down for a bit in between play! They have been spayed / neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in either of them 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 Denver [5596A]
Denver is a 1 year old domestic cat that was surrendered to us by his previous home who could no longer care for him. He lived with other cats and dogs and seems to like his new friends here at the shelter. At first he can be shy, but after some rubs and temptations he will be your bestfriend! Denver loves to purr and gives head bumps looking for more attention! He has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. If you are interested in him 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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