If you consider adopting a pet, you should realize that it is a huge commitment and responsibility.
But right now is the best time to adopt if you embrace your role as a pet parent and want to welcome a pet into your family and home.
We’ve compiled a list of the best animal shelters in Oakville.
How much does it cost to adopt an animal from the shelter?
Generally, An administrative fee ranges between $6 and $25 — sales tax depending on the province applies to all adoptions. This fee covers some of the costs associated with processing adoptions and provides revenue that supports the animal Shelter.
Standard adoption fees
- Dogs and puppies:
$115‒$660 - Cats and kittens:
$35‒$280 - Birds, rabbits, and other small mammals:
$15‒$180
The adoption fee includes:
- Spay/neuter surgery for dogs, cats and rabbits.
- Recommended vaccinations.
- Microchip and registration.
- Initial worming.
Here are The Best Animal Shelters in Oakville
1. Oakville & Milton Humane Society
The Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) has space for approximately 300 animals. These animals come to us because their owners can no longer care for them because they are lost, abandoned, or abused.
Throughout the years, OMHS has retained its primary mission of addressing animal welfare issues as well as providing food, shelter and care for the many stray and unwanted pets in our communities. In addition, the shelter offers an increasingly wide range of support services including:
- 24 hour emergency service
- Lost and found
- Animals for adoption
- By-law enforcement
Address: 445 Cornwall Rd, Oakville, ON L6J 7S8, Canada
Website: http://omhs.ca/
Phone: +19058451551
2. The Dog Rescuers
The Dog Rescuers Inc. Is a non-profit organization based in Oakville, Ontario. We are run by a group of dedicated volunteers with a passion for rescuing and re-homing all breeds of dogs.
We have over 25 years of rescue experience to draw from. Not one of our volunteers is on payroll.
Address: 115 George St, Oakville, ON L6J 0A2, Canada
Website: https://www.thedogrescuersinc.ca/
Phone: +14165676249
3. Niagara Dog Rescue
Niagara Dog Rescue is a non-profit registered charity, dedicated to helping homeless and unwanted dogs find a new home.
We focus on dogs at immediate risk of being put down at high kill shelters. Any potential dogs are fully screened through vet, reference and home checks.
Address: 1500 Upper Middle Rd W #6, Oakville, ON L6M 0C2, Canada
Website: https://niagaradogrescue.com/
