Thinking of ADOPTING a pet?
There are several factors to consider before choosing a pet as it is a long-term commitment.
Given that dogs often live twelve years and indoors cats fifteen, you need to be prepared for several years of costs and effort.
Check out the sections below to give you a realistic idea of the responsibilities and costs of adopting a dog, cat or other pet.
Adopt a DOG
Take the time to think about what type of dog is best suited for your situation and what you can offer it. This discussion should take place with everyone whom will be involved in the dog’s life (children, roommates, extended family members, your boyfriend/girlfriend, etc.).
In order to make an informed choice, it is important to ask yourself the right questions and to be well informed about the costs and equipment involved in adopting a dog.
Avoid love at first sight, choose an animal that suits your lifestyle!
Once you have established and carefully considered your list of criteria, visit Our animals for adoption page to see if one of our residents meets your requirements!
Fill in the application form in the file for the dog you want. If a dog has the word “EN ATTENTE” on its picture, it means we have received enough applications. It is therefore no longer possible to fill in the application form.
Bringing home your dog for the first time is an exciting moment! Let your dog freely explore his new living space. It is normal that at the beginning it will be very fearful, so do not rush things. Understand that he may have been staying at the shelter for some time, where there was noise, other animals, comings and goings, etc. He will need rest and a lot of love from you!
Consult our blog post on How to welcome a new dog at home to get some tips.
Remember that your pet’s ID tag de must be placed around his neck at all times.
If you already have pets at home, it’s important to properly introduce your new dog to the dog in the house or to the cat in the house in order to establish a harmonious relationship!
Also introduce him to your neighbors; they will be able to recognize him and, if he runs away, help you find him.
Don’t forget : we’re there for you!
Feel free to refer to the guide we gave you when you adopted your dog. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact our team.
Adopt a CAT
Take the time to think about what type of cat is best suited for your situation and what you can offer it. This discussion should take place with everyone whom will be involved in the cat’s life (children, roommates, extended family members, your boyfriend/girlfriend, etc.).
Check whether you or any members of your family have allergies by taking the time to do a test, for example by welcoming a friend’s pet into your home for a few days. If you discover that you have allergies and still decide to adopt a cat, you must be aware of your responsability to ensure the well-being of this companion throughout its life, even if your allergies do not go way…
In order to make an informed choice, it is important to ask yourself the right questions and to be well informed about the costs and equipment involved in adopting a cat.
Once you have established and carefully considered your list of criteria, visit Our animals for adoption page to see if one of our residents meets your requirements!
Come meet them in person. If you live with family or roommates, try to come together to make sure the animal is comfortable with everyone and vice versa!
Ask our adoption staff questions : they know our animlas very well and wil be able to guide you and understand your needs.
A meeting room is also available for you to get to know your future companion.
Plan to stop by our store to get equipped. We have foods, bowls, leashes and collars, toys, treats and more. You’ll have everything you need when you leave for home with your new companion.
Bringing home your cat for the first time is an exciting moment! Let your cat freely explore his new living space. It is normal that at the beginning it will be very fearful, so do not rush things. Understand that he may have been staying at the shelter for some time, where there was noise, other animals, comings and goings, etc. He will need rest and a lot of love from you!
Take the time to properly introduce your new cat to your existing cat or dog.
Remember that your pet’s ID tag should be placed around their neck at all times, even if they live indoors.
Don’t forget : we’re there for you!
Feel free to refer to the guide we gave you when you adopted your dog. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact our team.
