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If you are ready to adopt a new pet, you can find a happy, healthy pet from the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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Steps

  1. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 1
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    Decide what type of pet your family is looking for. Keep your living conditions in mind when deciding.
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  2. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 2
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    Go to the web site www.ontariospca.ca to find your local OSPCA.
  3. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 3
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    Once you find a shelter near you, you can either go to their web site or go to the shelter in person.
  4. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 4
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    Once you decide on the animal you want to adopt, you will have to fill out an Adoption Application form.
  5. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 5
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    The application will be reviewed by the shelter manager, who will let you know whether or not the adoption has been approved.
  6. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 6
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    If successful, there will be adoption fees. These fees will cover general animal health assessment, vaccinations, de-worming, first year dog license, microchip, and a spay-and-neuter voucher for $25 off.
  7. Adopt a Pet from OSPCA Step 7
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    After the fees are paid and everything is done, you will be asked to come pick up your new family member.
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