Our Adoption & Resource Centre takes in cats and dogs that fall into three categories: Owner Surrenders/Abandoned Animals/Stray Animals. The intake process for each type of animal is slightly different, so please read below to make sure you’re following the proper procedures for the animal you wish to bring in to us.
If you’re no longer able to care for your animal, we may be able to help, please email info@spcastjohns.org and we will send you a link to a tell us about your pet form. The more information you provide us, the better chance we’ll have of finding your pet a suitable new home.
During the extremely busy few months, which tends to be July – October, we may ask you to continue caring for the pet temporarily. You will be given a date and time to bring your pet into our center. We have a limited number of kennels on site, this is why we take owner surrenders by appointment only. Animals that are injured, sick, or stray kittens are top priority and are taken into care very quickly.
Kindly note that we ask for a $30 surrender fee. This fee will go directly towards caring for your surrendered pet and the other animals in our care.
For issues of aggressive or unwanted behavior, please contact us to discuss options. We can provide you support and recommendations on what could be the best resource for your pet. We may not be able to take in pets with certain behavioral issues that are beyond our ability to rehabilitate but strive to leave you with options. Please email us at info@spcastjohns.org for more information so we can talk through the situation.
Please note: the SPCA St. John’s is a non-judgmental space. We understand that circumstances arise where you may no longer be able to provide your pet with the care you once could. We want to work with you to make sure your pet’s transition into our system is a smooth one.
Please do not leave your pet at our Adoption & Resource Centre after hours. This is not only illegal, but it is also extremely unsafe for your pet.
| Monday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Tuesday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Wednesday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Thursday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Friday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Saturday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
| Sunday | APPOINTMENT ONLY |
