Pet adoption

Pet adoptions

The City of Calgary adopts cats and dogs at the Animal Services Centre to help find furever homes fasater and to ensure Animal Services has the space to help other pets in need. Reduced adoption prices are available when a pet qualifies for the Hidden Gem or Senior for Senior adoption programs.

Adoptions are available by appointment only by calling 311 or by visiting Animal Services. Adption appointments are available from:

  • Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Please note that hours may change and are subject to availability.

Adoption fees include:

  • spay or neutering surgery
  • microchip for identification
  • a six-month City of Calgary licence
  • first set of vaccinations
  • de-worming
  • a bag of pet food
  • an adoption kit

Animal Services also offers a Seniors for Seniors adoption program with special pricing options. Learn more about the benefits of adopting a senior cat or dog.

Please note: Adoptable animals are not available for adoption viewing in the last 30 minutes before the Centre closes. The adoption list is updated every 15 minutes during business hours.

  • Adopt a cat

    Adoption fee: $169 + GST

  • Adopt a dog

    Adoption fee: $225 + GST

Hidden gems

We're rolling out the red carpet for some very special stars - our Hidden Gems! These are the wonderful cats and dogs who've been with us for a little longer than most and while they've been patiently waiting, we think it’s time they got their moment to shine.

To help these lovable animals find their forever homes, we're offering them at a special adoption price:

Cats - $84.52 + GST
Dogs - $100 + GST

No matter what you are looking for, one of these hidden gems may be your new best friend. Keep an eye out for "hidden gem" on their profile.

Adoption partners

Check out our partners to learn about more pet adoption options.

  • AARCS

    Check out adoptable pets from Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society!

    Learn more

  • Calgary Humane Society

    Calgary Humane Society has animals looking for new homes!

    Learn more

Additional information

  • Responsible pet ownership

    ​Pets and owners, living in harmony.

    Learn more

  • Programs and volunteering

    ​Investing in the community.

    Learn more

Help us reunite impounded pets with their owners in our Animal Services Facebook Group.

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