Peterborough Humane Society

Animal shelter in Peterborough, Ontario

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Address

385 Lansdowne St. E., Peterborough, ON K9L 2A3

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Adoptable Pets at Peterborough Humane Society

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Charlie

Shih Tzu/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Senior

Peterborough, ON

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Scooter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten

Peterborough, ON

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Maleficent

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult

Peterborough, ON

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Shelter FAQs

Peterborough Humane Society's Mission is to advocate for the welfare of animals by improving their lives, alleviating suffering, rescuing, providing shelter, healing, facilitating adoption, and reducing pet overpopulation.
Peterborough County Peterborough City Twp. Selwyn (agents, impound) Twp. Douro/Dummer (agents, impound) Twp. Trent Lakes (agents, impound) Ennismore/Lakefield Curve Lake (impound) Cavan Millbrook (impound) Asphodel/Norwood (impound)
  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Our Adoption Centre is currently closed to the public, but we have implemented a limited contact adoption process.

Due to COVID-19, Peterborough Humane Society has introduced a low contact adoption process. Please read through the adoption guidelines outlined below prior to reaching out to us to help keep you and our team safe.

Note: We are only accepting applications or inquiries for the animals showcased below. ALL adoption inquiries must be sent to adoptions@ptbohs.com

Pets at shelters and rescues near Peterborough Humane Society

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Tigger

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos

Lindsay, ON

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Hozier

Boxer

Male, 7 yrs 5 mos

Lindsay, ON

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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Dumbo

Rat

Male, 2 mos

Lindsay, ON

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