Pet Adoptions

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The animal shelter has an adoption program to help unclaimed pets find their forever home!

View animals currently in our shelter waiting to be claimed or adpoted, or visit the Parkland County Animal Shelter Facebook Page.

Adoption Process

If you are interested in adopting a pet, please schedule a visit with the Animal Shelter by phone 780-968-8888 or drop by anytime during business hours to meet the animal in person. Please read choosing a pet below to ensure the furry friend will be a good fit for you and your family. If it is a good match, adoption papers will be made available upon your visit.

For questions, please call the animal shelter directly at 780-968-8888.

Spay/neuter adoption program (Policy C-PE09) fees

Spay/neuter adoption program (Policy PE 009)	Fees/charges
Un-altered female dog	$225.00
Un-altered female cat	$175.00
Un-altered male dog	$175.00
Un-altered male cat	$140.00
Altered female or male dog/cat	$75.00

*Adoption fees include a certificate to bring your new pet to our contracted Veterinary Clinic for a check-up, first set of vaccination(s), microchip implantation and spay or neuter (if applicable). Prices are subject to change.

Choosing a pet

Looking to bring a pet into your home?

Consider the following when selecting your new furry friend:
Size	what role will the dog play in your family?
Age of family members	some dogs may not be suitable for young children or seniors.
Activity level	some breeds, regardless of size, require significant ammounts of exercise.
Lifestyle	do you spend alot of time at home or are a family on the go?
Puppy or adult	do you have the time and patience to spend training a puppy?
Grooming	some breeds, regardless of coat length, may shed and/or require regular grooming.
Dog or cat	consider your lifestyle, activity level and age of family members to know if a dog or cat will work best to join your family.
Allergies	take all household members to visit the dog before considering adoption - even hypoallergenic breeds can cause an allergic reaction.

Remember to research the breed(s) you are considering, discuss the breed(s) with those who know about them: veterianarians, kennel owners, dog trainers and/or Parkland County animal shelter staff.

Responsibilities of Dog Owners in Parkland County

Ensure your dog is not running at large within the County.
Ensure your dog does not enter into or remain in or on a school yard or cemetery within the County.
Ensure your dog does not howl or bark excessively in such a manner that interferes with other’s use and enjoyment of their property
Do not allow your dog to bite, attempt to bite, bark at, chase or attempt to threaten people, pets or livestock.
Do not allow your dog to bite, bark at or chase bikes, OHVs, or other motor vehicles.
Do not allow your dog to upset and scatter the contents of garbage cans and other waste receptacles on other people’s properties.
Confine your female dog when it is in season and for the duration of the season.
If your dog is suffering from a communicable disease, do not allow it to come into contact with other animals or people.

Did you know?

Dogs over the age of six months living in Parkland County must be registered and wear a Parkland County dog licence tag. Learn more on the animal licences page.

Animal Shelter Hours:

The Animal Shelter is closed to walk-ins. Appointments can be made between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for animal intake and release. For services outside these hours, please call 780-968-8400.

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Pet Adoptions

The animal shelter has an adoption program to help unclaimed pets find their forever home!

Adoption Process

Spay/neuter adoption program (Policy C-PE09) fees

Choosing a pet

Size

Age of family members

Activity level

Lifestyle

Puppy or adult

Grooming

Dog or cat

Allergies

Responsibilities of Dog Owners in Parkland County

Did you know?

Animal Shelter Hours: