Adoption Fees

With so many animals in need of loving homes, the adoption option has never been easier!

In addition to giving an animal a second chance with a new family, it is a financial benefit for YOU to adopt! Did you know that on average, a “free” cat or dog will cost you anywhere from $550-$800 just in initial fees such as spaying/neutering, microchipping and initial vaccines? At the Guelph Humane Society these services and procedures are included in the adoption fee, for only a fraction of the price! By adopting you also have the added benefit of having a support system in place that if you need any advice on your new family member, we are only a phone call away!

How to Adopt View All Available Animals

Kittens – $325
Adult Cats – $295
Senior Cats (8 years and older) – $125
Adoption fees include more than $550 worth of services! See below:

• spay or neuter
• vaccinations – age appropriate/up to date
• rabies vaccine for all pets 4 months of age or older
• FIV/FelV testing (for cats over the age of 6 months)
• deworming
• flea treatment
• ear mite treatment (if needed)
• break away collar (subject to availablity)
• nail trim (if needed)
• microchip identification implant and tag
• 7 day home trial
• 1 month supply of Royal Canin Pet Food (if applicable)

Please note that cat owners in the City of Guelph are responsible for purchasing a Cat License.

Puppies (<6 months old) – $500
Adult Dogs (>6 months old) – $400
Senior Dogs – $300
Adoption fees include more than $750 worth of services! See below:

• spay or neuter
• vaccinations – age appropriate/up to date
• rabies vaccine for all pets 4 months of age or older
• deworming
• flea treatment
• ear mite treatment (if needed)
• nail trim (if needed)
• microchip identification implant and tag
• 7-day home trial
• 1 month supply of Royal Canin Pet Food (if applicable)

Please note that new dog owners are responsible for purchasing a Municipal Dog License.

Rabbits  – All rabbits are spayed or neutered prior to adoption – $160
Guinea Pigs – $25, 2 for $35, 3 for $40
Hamsters, Mice, Gerbils, Rats, Degus – $10 or 2 for $15
For birds & other exotics – please call the Guelph Humane Society for details 519-824-3091

Adoption Gift Certificates: Varies!

Are you considering getting a pet for a loved one? Consider our Adoption Gift Certificates! We carry adoption gift certificates for dogs, cats, and small animals. Your loved one gets the chance to come to the shelter to pick their out their new friend, and when everything is settled we contact you to cover the adoption fee! For more information or to pick up your adoption gift certificate, please contact adoptions@guelphhumane.ca!