Ready to Meet Your Match?

You've seen the data, now make it personal. Whether you're looking to adopt, foster, or just learn more, here's everything you need to bring a Toronto pet home.

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Adopt from the City

Toronto Animal Services runs shelters across the city with dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds ready for a new home. Browse available pets online or visit in person.

Dogs $185 – $215 (big dogs free until July 26!)
Cats $75
Rabbits $40
What to bring Valid ID with current address
Browse Available Pets →
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Adopt at PetSmart

PetSmart Charities Canada partners with local rescue groups to host in-store adoption events. Over 400,000 pets have found homes through their program since 1999. That's about 50 pets a day.

When Adoption events all week (July 20–26)
Where PetSmart locations across the GTA
How Walk in or browse online first
Find an Event Near You →
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Foster a Pet

Not ready to commit forever? Fostering gives animals a safe home while they wait for adoption, and it frees up shelter space for more rescues. The city provides food, supplies, and veterinary care for foster animals.

Duration A few weeks to a few months
Animals Dogs, cats, kittens, rabbits & more
Cost Free (supplies & vet care provided)
Learn About Fostering →
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Quick Links & Contact

Everything else you might need, from licensing your new pet to finding a vet.

Toronto Animal Services 416-338-PAWS (7297)
PetSmart Charities 1-289-313-6400
City info line 311
Browse All City Pets PetSmart Adoption Portal Toronto Animals & Pets Hub

Adopting a pet is a commitment of up to 20 years. Make sure you're ready for daily exercise, veterinary costs, food, and licensing. If your situation changes, Toronto Animal Services accepts returns. Call 416-338-7297 to arrange.