The Value
of Adoption
It is important to understand that the value received by adopting a pet through the KWSPHS more than offsets the cost of adoption.
Vet Services Included in Our Adoption Fees | Cat | Dog |
Veterinary Health Exam | $75 |
$75 |
Spay / Neuter |
$250 - 290 |
$350 - 500 |
First Vaccines |
$85 | $85 |
Deworming | $25 | $25 |
Microchipping | $65 | $65 |
Pet Insurance 30 Day Trial | $45 | $45 |
Total Value of Vet Services Included in KWSPHS Adoption Fees | $545* | $645* |
KWSPHS Adoption Fees | $210 | $300 |
Savings By Adopting at KWSPHS | $335 | $345 |
*Denotes average minimum costs and does not include Dog Behaviour assessments included in KWSPHS adoptions. The KWSPHS reserves the right to adopt specific dog and cat breeds at a higher fee.


If you have any questions at all regarding the value received by adopting a pet through the KWSPHS, please ask for our Senior Manager of Animal Care, Amanda Hawkins.