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Animal Services fees

Effective January 1, 2026

GST will be applied where applicable.

Adoption fees

All Adoption Fees include a $46 non-refundable deposit.

Dogs

  • Over 4 months: $323
  • Under 4 months: $363
  • Senior dog - 8 years and older: $171

Other animals

  • Exotic animal: $180
  • Commercial animal: $180

Kennel fees

(per day or portion thereof)  

  • Dog kennel fee: $38
  • Cat kennel fee: $11.25
  • Exotic animal kennel fee: $14.10
  • Commercial animal kennel fee: $29

Impound fees

Dog impound fees (per current licence year)

  • First impound: $73
  • Second impound: $212
  • Third and all subsequent impounds: $328

Cat impound fees (per current licence year) 

  • First impound: $22
  • Second impound: $71
  • Third and all subsequent impounds: $72

Other animals

  • Exotic animal impound fee: $71
  • Commercial animal impound fee: $68

General service fees 

  • Dog micro-chipping: $50
  • Surrendered animals: $105
  • Vaccination fee: $37
  • Veterinary examination charge: $49
  • Grooming fee: $66
  • Home quarantine fee: $113

Licence fees

Pet licence fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. 

  • Replacement tag: $7  

Dogs (12 month term)

  • Sterilized: $41.50
  • Intact: $138
  • Dangerous dog: $110

Cats (12 month term)

  • Sterilized: $15.75
  • Intact: $69

Permit fees

  • Breeding permit: $262
  • Excess animal permit - annual inspection fee: $109
  • Excess animal permit - initial application fee: $272
  • Prohibited dog identification fee: $46
Last update: December 31, 2025

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