Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre

Providing care, comfort and compassion to animals in need.

Five kittens of various colors, including orange, gray, tabby, and black, sitting together on a person's lap
Brown lop-eared rabbit sitting on a wooden box inside a small animal enclosure with an orange background.
Smiling family of four poses with a black and white dog inside an animal centre; a young girl kneels beside the dog, while a woman, man, and baby crouch close together behind it.

  • Join us for the sweetest day of the year!

    Cupcake Day is Monday, February 23rd, 2026. Get out those mixing bowls and pre-heat your oven for Cupcake Day, a fundraiser for the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society to help animals in need. Changing the life of an animal in need is a piece of cake.

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  • Excited puppy mid-leap towards the camera in an outdoor fenced area, with several other puppies playing in the background on dry grass.

    Adopt

    Open your heart and home to a furry friend! The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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  • Smiling woman wearing glasses and a yellow protective gown holds a black and white cat with gloved hands inside an animal care setting.

    Volunteer

    Make a difference by volunteering at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre! Your time and compassion directly impact the lives of animals in our care and in our community.

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  • Small black kitten lying on a grey cat tree, stretching one paw downward while looking directly at the camera.

    Donate

    Your compassion changes lives. With your generosity, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre provides urgent care, shelter, and hope to vulnerable animals in our community. Every donation makes a difference.

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Our Purpose

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity that has been operating for over 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario. We value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. The Society strives to keep pets and families together and does so through a variety of community support services.

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Pawsitive Words About the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre!

Grateful for two happy adoptions

“Fantastic experience adopting my two cats (separate adoptions approximately one year apart). The staff are caring, responsive, and helpful. My boys have brought so much happiness into my home. Will apply to adopt in the future. Thank you for allowing me to adopt!”

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Amanda L

They truly care about the animals and adopters

“The staff were absolutely a pleasure to deal with. They care so much for the animals and to make sure they go to a good caring home. They make sure that you are ready and have everything you need. The facility is well laid out and is kept clean. Thank you for all your help and guidance with bringing home Lawrence, our new addition to the family.”

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David G

Great experience bringing home our newest family member

“The professional staff guided us through the steps to adopting our newest family member. They were very transparent with his needs and areas to be worked on so we had the full picture of the dog we were bringing into our home. Overall, an excellent experience. Now, six months later, everyone is happy and life is great at our home.”

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Joanna C

Excellent service and fantastic facilities

“It's quite the process to adopt a pet these days, but dealing with the Ontario SPCA was a complete pleasure. All of the women I dealt with during the process were extremely pleasant, knowledgeable, patient, informative and clearly caring. Plus, the facilities were fantastic.”

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Sarah B

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Animal Centre FAQs

Which community support services does the Ontario SPCA Durham Region Animal Centre provide?

The Durham Region Animal Centre offers a variety of community support services on site, including:

  • Animal adoptions
  • Pet rehoming
  • Reuniting lost pets with their families
  • Emergency boarding
  • Pet food distribution
  • Humane education
How can I become a foster parent?

As a foster volunteer with the Ontario SPCA, you’ll help young, sick, injured, or under-socialized animals who aren’t yet ready for adoption. With your love and care, you can help them heal, grow, and prepare for life in a forever home.

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What is the process for rehoming an animal?

We are here to support individuals and families who need to rehome their companion animals.

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How does the adoption process work?  

Adopters are welcome to visit the animal centre seven days a week between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. We encourage visitors to arrive 30-45 minutes before closing time to ensure that we can send you home with a new furry friend on the same day if you meet the perfect match.

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Do you accept strays?

If you find a stray animal, please first contact the municipality’s animal control services for assistance. If there are no animal control services in place in the area where the animal was found, please reach out to our animal centre. When space allows, we accept stray animals from areas without municipal coverage. If we are at capacity, we will do our best to connect you with alternative resources.

How can I report animal cruelty? 

The Ontario SPCA does not have the legal authority to investigate concerns for the welfare of an animal. If you see an animal in distress, please contact the Government of Ontario’s Provincial Animal Welfare Services team at 1-833-9ANIMAL (1-833-926-4625) or your local police services. If the animal’s life is in danger, call 911 immediately as this is an emergency.

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