Pet Adoption
We are committed and make every effort to re-unite all lost pets with their owners. In cases where this is not possible, the animal is placed up for adoption in the hopes of finding a new home. Thank you for considering pet adoption.
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| Fees for Pet Adoption | ||||
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Cats and kittens are $150 plus H.S.T. Dogs are $250 plus H.S.T. In addition, as with all Durham municipalities, Oshawa residents are required to purchase a lifetime pet licence for $40. Pet adoption includes spay or neuter, vaccinations, flea treatment, deworming, microchip, rabies immunization and a 4 week pet insurance trial. Methods of payment accepted for adoption and licensing are: cash, debit, Visa, MasterCard or American Express. |
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| Animals Available for Adoption | ||||
| View animals available for adoption. | ||||
| Return Policy | ||||
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Since Animal Services cannot predict the health or disposition of each animal, there is a return policy in effect. Each case is considered on an individual basis and refunds are at the discretion of the City. Concerns regarding the health or disposition of an animal should be reported promptly to Animal Services. In many instances we are able to provide support and guidance to assist in keeping the animal in the home. |
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As most of our animals are stray, very little is known about their past history. Veterinary technicians on staff and a regularly-visiting veterinarian assess each animal's health, documenting any treatment and medical care provided. We encourage you to take your adopted pet to your veterinarian within 3 days of adoption to have it examined. Animal Services does not knowingly adopt out unhealthy animals, however, it is possible that animals may have been exposed to diseases and not have shown symptoms while in our care. |
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| Adoption Resources | ||||
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View dos and don'ts video showing dog safety for young children View tips for the first 30 days of dog adoption View tips for housetraining a dog or puppy View keeping the peace between cats and dogs View helping your adopted cat and existing pets to accept each other |
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| Small Animal Resources | ||||
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Rabbits Litter box training your rabbit Guinea Pigs
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Visit our off-site adoption partner locations:
By using off-site adoption partners, it helps get animals out into neighbourhoods where people can easily visit them. Our partners really care about the animals and find them great homes.
If you are interested in a particular animal we strongly recommend calling the location directly:
- To ensure the animal is still available for adoption
- For adoption hours - they vary by location
- For methods of payment available - the majority of our off-site adoption partners only accept cash payment for adoptions
| Adoption Partner | Location | Phone Number | |
| Duke's Pet Foods | 20 Broadleaf Ave. Whitby, ON L1R 0B5 |
905-425-3364 | |
| PetSmart Ajax (PMARTA) | 100 Kingston Rd. Ajax, ON L1Z 1G1 |
905-427-7073 | |
| PetSmart North Whitby (PMARTWN) | 5-340 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby, ON L1R 0H4 |
905-655-8386 | |
| Pet Valu (PVH) | 1445 Harmony Rd. N. #400 Oshawa, ON L1H 7K5 |
905-725-9225 | |
| Pet Valu (PVK) | Kendalwood Park Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E. #0002 Whitby, ON L1N 7C5 |
905-433-5533 | |
| Pet Valu (PVC) | Townline Centre 1414 King St. E. #18 Courtice, ON L1E 3B4 |
905-433-1822 | |
| Pet Valu (PVB) |
East Bowmanville Mall |
905-697-3523 |
Photo Gallery: Adopted Animals will appear here on the public site.