Notice:
Our upcoming “Fall Pet Fair” has been canceled due to inclement weather. We will notify you of the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe!
Notice:
Our upcoming “Fall Pet Fair” has been canceled due to inclement weather. We will notify you of the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe!
Curious about the price to adopt? Here’s a breakdown of adoption fees for dogs, cats, rabbits, small animals, and more at HSOMH. Each adoption fee is set based on the type and age of animal, and helps us serve more pets in need.
Disclaimer: Fees are subject to change.
Your adoption fee is more than just a payment. It is an investment in your pet’s health and well-being. Here is everything your adoption cost covers, including exams, vaccinations, spay or neuter surgery, and more to help your new family member thrive.
(plus a case of food for dogs)
Adopting from HSOMH provides significant value. Our animals receive a number of health and wellness items that are included in the adoption fee.
Here’s what you’d typically pay if you arranged these services privately:
Spay or Neuter Surgery
Exam, Vaccinations & Deworming
Microchip ID
Estimated total if arranged privately
Source: Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, annual cost of owning a kitten/cat, puppy/dog in 2025.
No, each shelter is typically operated independently. Across Ontario, you will find humane societies and SPCA’s (registered charities) or municipal-owned and operated shelters. Each shelter will set its own adoption fees.
Absolutely! Thank you for paying it forward to other animals in need.
No, adoption fees only cover a part of the cost of care, typically. Being a registered charity, we receive no government funding for our charitable programs and services, and as a result, we rely on donations and fundraising to cover the remaining cost of care for our animals.
No, we will fundraise to help cover their cost of care. This does not impact their adoption fee.
Adoption events or promotions are sometimes run to encourage adoption of harder-to-place animals or to make space for incoming pets, but the animals still receive the same level of care.
Our team is here to support you and your new pet every step of the way—before, during, and after adoption.
