Adoption

Animal Shelter now open

The Clarington Animal Shelter is now open Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., to purchase animal licences, drop off adoption applications, and drop off stray/unwanted animals.

To adopt an animal, fill out an online application with the animal ID and name of the animal you would like to adopt. We will contact you to discuss the animal’s needs, personality and ideal forever home. We may also provide a video of the animal. Before you arrive to pick up your adopted pet, you must book a date and time, and the handover will be contactless. Please call the animal shelter when you arrive to allow for COVID-19 screening before you enter the shelter. No one is allowed past the locked doors in the lobby unless an appointment is made to visit an animal and your application is approved. Only one member of the household may attend a meet and greet.

Adoption hours are Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Adoption fees

Adopt a dog: $95
Adopt a cat: $130

If cats or kittens are too young to be spayed or neutered, we will provide a $75 rebate certificate once the  owner provides proof of the spay or neuter within 120 days of the adoption date.

Both cats and dogs will be micro-chipped and have their first vaccine. You will also receive a free Clarington municipal pet licence.

Use the adoption search tool below to find pets at the Animal Shelter that are available for adoption. Please include the animal ID on your adoption application. Applications can only be submitted for animals at the Animal Shelter. We do not keep applications on file.

Application to adopt a dog  Application to adopt a cat

Meet and greet

We encourage all family members, including dogs, to participate in the meet and greet portion of the adoption process to ensure your chosen pet is the right fit for your entire family. Once you meet the dog of interest, you can bring your dog in for a second visit.

Featured Pet

Meet Matty. Matty is a stray who was dropped of at the Animal Shelter severely matted. Animal Shelter staff removed his matted hair, but he will need regular brushing to prevent mats from forming again. Matty was scared and unsure when he arrived at the Shelter, and with time became more confident and outgoing. He is very sweet and enjoys attention. He will need patience while he adjusts to a new home. Please call the Animal Shelter and talk to the staff about Matty if you are interested in adopting him and giving him a home. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, only approved applications will be contacted.

Search for animals available for adoption

Use the tool below to help you find the right pet and companion, and start your adoption process today.