To order one of these wonderful Activity books, please go to simoneattheshelter.com
We have created an emergency page that can be filled out in the event that you need someone to help your pets. It is recommended that it is posted on your fridge. There is an empty box on the left to add a photo. Also, speak to your emergency contacts to make sure that they can help and send them a copy of your pets’ information.
You can print a copy at My Pet Emergency Page
Who we are
We are a registered charity, operated by a group of volunteers, with the sole purpose of caring for lost, mistreated and abandoned animals. The organization is operated by a VOLUNTEER Board of Directors.
WE RECEIVE NO GOVERNMENT FUNDING OF ANY KIND.
WE SURVIVE SOLELY ON DONATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC.
We Care
We feature a NO KILL policy. All the animals in our care are boarded/fostered until a secure, loving home is found. We do not just give our animals away to anyone willing to take them. All of our prospective pet owners are screened very carefully. Adoption papers must be signed and a donation for adoption is required (see Adoption Donations).
All of our animals receive a medical wellness check-up, inoculations, microchip, deworming, test for FIV/Feline Leuk. and are spayed or neutered and kept warm, feed and sheltered. We feel that the best treatment they can receive is love and care.
What happens to your contributions?
All contributions go directly to the care of the animals and any related costs. We must pay rent/boarding fees, veterinary fees and of course, food and litter. Your contributions are necessary to take care of the many animals that are abandoned and alone. These animals require not only medical treatment but your love and care.
Adoption Policies
Adopting a pet into a family is a commitment for the lifetime of the animal. It is so important to make sure that the match is right between people and pet. Both we and potential adopters take the time and care that is so vital to making the adoption decision. For example, we never allow pets to be adopted as gifts for other people because we believe people should meet a pet first before starting start such an important, long-term match. When it’s time to consider adopting, let’s talk about finding the right pet for you.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU AT OUR SHELTER!
Adoption Fees
To help cover a portion of the veterinary costs for the animals in our care, the following adoption amounts are required:
KITTENS $280
CATS up to 5 years old $245.
CATS 6 years old up to 10 years old $200.
CATS over 10 years old or with Special Needs $150.
Bonded pairs of kittens: $480
Bonded adult pairs: Variable depending on age
DOGS: Variable fee dependent upon the dog and circumstances. Contact us for information.
We now accept cash, cheque, debit, e-transfer, and credit cards.
WE DO NOT DO SAME-DAY ADOPTIONS.
Our Adoption Process:
Please fill out our (Click link here) Cat and Dog Application Form
Your application form wait time can require 2 to 3 days while your application is being reviewed by staff.
A phone interview takes place.
Once approved, a MEET AND GREET WITH POTENTIAL PETS IS ARRANGED AT THE SHELTER AT A PRE-ARRANGED TIME.
MEET AND GREETS TAKE PLACE FROM 1 TO 4 PM, 7 DAYS A WEEK.
After the Meet and Greet, you take the pet home for a one to two-week trial.
At the end of the trial period, you come back to the shelter and complete our adoption contract, and the microchip transfer form as well as pay the fees.
WHY SPAY OR NEUTER?
If you have a dog or cat that produces litter after litter, please speak to your veterinarian about spaying or neutering. Millions of dogs and cats are put to death every year because no one wants them.
Included here is a link to Hamilton/Burlington SPCA that offers a Community Assistance Program for anyone who needs financial support to have this procedure performed on their pet.
Financial Assistance
We receive no financial assistance from any government body. We operate solely on private donations, membership dues and continual fundraising efforts. All areas of Animal Adoptions of Flamborough rely on the participation of volunteers.
Lost a Pet or Found a Lost Pet?
We will take your name and a short description of your pet in case someone calls us with a stray animal. Stray animals do not come straight to the shelter. They must be vet-checked and also examined for a microchip. If you have found a lost pet, any local vet will read the animal for free.
Please speak to your neighbours, and post pictures near your home and on social media. To assist you, here is a link to HELPING LOST PETS.
Your local animal control is also available to help you.
We cannot accept pet surrenders at the door of our shelter. All pet surrenders need to go through the application and interview process. Please see the request form and information on the ANIMAL SURRENDER FORM tab.
AAF has a zero-tolerance policy for profanity, intimidation, lying, or hostile behavior towards any staff member, volunteers, or the organization.
