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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Pet Adoption Process

​​Animal Services always has a variety of pets looking for homes. You may visit ​animals at the shelter during our adoption viewing hours​ and ask staff about pet ownership responsibilities and the needs of a new pet. Alternatively, you can view adoptable pets on our website.

If there is a particular pet you are interested in adopting, you will need to fill out a short questionnaire. These can be filled out in person during our adoption viewing hours​ or completed at home using the links below under Adoption Forms. You may print off your completed application and bring it or email it to us during your visit.​

After your questionnaire is approved, some steps are ​required to bring the new pet home.

  • You must provide valid government-issued identification with proof of your current address.
  • All residents of your household will be required to meet the animal.
  • If it is a dog you are looking to adopt, any current household dogs will be required to have a meet-and-greet session with the prospective dog.

Once all the required steps are completed, the new pet will be ready to go home and start its new journey in life. This ca​n happen on the same day if you come ready.

Please note we are unable to place holds on potential new pets.

What's included when adopting, associated fees and adoption forms

  • Fees - $120.00 plus license fee if applicable
  • FVRCP va​ccine
  • Rabies vaccine provided at least 3 months of age
  • De-worming treatment
  • Microchip identification
  • Six weeks complimentary pet insurance
  • Free veterinary exam
  • Cats are spayed/neutered before departing to their new forever home.
  • Pet food sample and pet food coupon
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  • Fees - $200.00 plus license fee if applicable
  • DHPPC vaccine
  • Rabies vaccine provided at least 3 months of age
  • De-worming treatment
  • Microchip identification
  • Free veterinary exam
  • Dogs are spayed/neutered before departing to their new forever home.
  • Collar and leash
  • Pet food sample and pet food coupon
  • “Training Your Adopted Dog”, which includes information and advice on obedience training and common issues such as crate training, house training, chewing, jumping and more.
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Brampton Animal Service​​s offers six full weeks of free, no-obligation pet plan health insurance with all adoptions. The insurance will be activated upon adoption, and will not auto-renew. The insurance company will be in contact with you. The plan insures your pet for many common illnesses and accidents. For more information, call Animal Shelter staff at 905.458.5800.​​​

  • Fees - $5.00 and up
  • Adoption fees may vary depending on the type of small animal or bird. For inquiries, call 905.458.5800.