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Adoption Fees

Adoption fees are: 300.00$. (Seniors 8yrs + is 200.00$)
This fee includes: vet exam, sterilization, vaccination, anti-flea treatment and de-worming.

The following chart shows the relative costs of adopting a dog through Animatch vs. buying a dog in a pet store. Prices for veterinary procedures are taken from an average of three West Island veterinarians and are based on a dog weighing 20 pounds.

Adoption VS. Purchase

¹All prices quoted were in effect on May 1, 2007.
Please note that adoption fees are subject to change.

We are proud to bring you our new skin for 2010. Animatch made some changes and hope that you like the new look. Now with bigger images, bigger fonts and a cleaner look Animatch will keep working hard to bring our loved dogies news and pictures.

Give us your feedback and your suggestions. In the comments below. Our members are important and we really like knowing what you think.

Our Policies

• Animatch, is a registered charitable organization that offers canine adoption services
• Our Goal is matching the proper pet with the appropriate home
• It is the quality of our adoptions and not the quantity that makes for an enjoyable family experience. We offer advice and assistance.
• An evaluation in a home environment, with the aid of our founder's family members, gives us the opportunity to properly assess the pet.
• Adoption fees include an examination by a qualified veterinarian, vaccination, sterilization, a treatment against fleas and a earthworm test, if required. Please see our FAQ for more information on the adoption fees.

We are always looking for volunteers. We greatly appreciate support - be it financial or donated pet supplies.

Our "Waiting List"

Animatch is pleased to offer the service of a waiting list. We are proud to offer this service, and do so to encourage waiting for the "right match" between dogs and applicants.

Some things to note:

• All screened and approved applicants will be kept on file for a period of 2 months.
• After this time, it is up to the applicant to re-contact us should they wish to remain on our waiting list.
• Because of the very high percentage of abandoned dogs not being fully house trained, we regret that we cannot consider anyone as a potential guardian of one of our dogs if they are not willing to work on some house training.
• Due to the high volume of applicants, once on our waiting list, applicants will not be contacted again until we find a suitable potential match-up.

We thank you for your understanding.

The Adoption Option

Why are these dogs at Animatch?

Our dogs become homeless for various reasons. Some have been neglected and simply discarded by their previous owners. Others become unwanted as their previous guardians become separated in divorce, gravely ill or are moved to where their pets are not welcome.

The average age of our dogs is under 2 years. Most of our dogs are small to medium sized of mixed heritage, though purebreds do appear occasionally. Their average stay at Animatch is one month before a home can be found.

These dogs are evaluated for their temperament with regards to other animals and children. All our dogs are neutered or spayed before adoption. We have a written adoption contract with details of Animatch's expectations and requirements. Our Centre offers ongoing support and lots of ready advice and experience to share with adopting guardians. We are committed to refund the adoption fee within the 15-day trial period if the adoption does not meet expectations. Animatch will take back any dog that cannot remain in its adoptive home at any point in its life with the new family.

These animals have been through the stress of separation and upsetting changes in their home environment. For a dog that has lost its beloved guardians or who has been through a rough life, you can make an incredible impact on its life by providing healing and love.

Adoptive owners of rescued dogs describe time and time again the incredible bonds formed with older companion dogs.

Animatch is exactly what the name implies:
Matching Dog to Guardian & Vise Versa.

Why adopt from us?

Helen, founder of Animatch, has ideas and concepts that are quite visionary. She has a caring way for treating these dogs. The animals mingle together in a “Living room” setting, have access to a nice big yard and are crated during the night to sleep.

Each dog is evaluated over a period of time at the center. They are checked to see how they interact with other dogs, cats and even children. A Veterinarian examines each dog that enters the center and NO dog may leave unless they are neutered/spayed and all vaccinations are up to date.

We offer a unique 15-day trial period.

Once a dog is adopted, an Animatch volunteer will do a follow-up to make sure everything is going well and to see if there are any questions or comments the new family has in regards to their new family member.

Animatch is not in a rush to place a dog;
we take the time to find the right home for all candidates.

For these and many other reasons, the success rate at Animatch is near 98%.

Animatch, is a proud member of the CFHS - the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies.

Animatch FAQ

Where can I find information on the Adoption fee for dogs?

The Animatch Adoption fee is $300 per dog, male or female. For senior dogs (8+ years), the fee is $200 per dog. Please note that our price includes a unique 15 day trial period during which the adoption fee is fully refundable. This includes the cost of the dog, spaying or neutering (if required), vaccinations, heartworm blood test, flea prevention, and de-worming.

Although we generally do pediatric sterilizations before a puppy leaves the center, please note that there is also a $100.00 refundable spay/neuter deposit if adopting a puppy that has not been sterilized. Money is refunded after the surgery is performed.

We invite you to check out the comparison chart on our donations page for more info.

What about the Adoption fee for a cat?

Cats are $160. (includes vaccs, sterilization, flea prevention and deworming).

What is the Adoption process?

Step 1) Fill out our Prospective Guardian Form. Yes, we ask many questions! It is through your answers that we are best able to determine if a particular dog is a good match for you and your family.

Step 2) Within the next few days, a volunteer from our Placement Department will contact you, to review your answers, fill in any blanks, and provide you with more thorough details on the animal you are interested in. At this point you will be advised if the match is a good one or not.

Step 3) If the match you have selected is appropriate, you will be asked to come to our center, by appointment, to meet the animal, one on one. If you wish to adopt this animal, you will be asked to sign an Adoption Contract, and also to pay an Adoption Fee. This fee only partially covers the cost of food, housing, spaying or neutering, veterinary care, deworming, and vaccinations your new pet has received while at Animatch.

Step 4) If the animal you have chosen is determined to be not an appropriate match, you may go on our Waiting List, so that you will be considered for another animal we have for adoption in the future. Your name will automatically be kept on file for 6 months, and you will have priority over those not yet on the Waiting List. We offer this service to discourage "spur of the moment" adoptions based solely on looks or breed.

A Few Things to Note

Please understand that an immediate match/adoption will not always be possible.

It is DEVASTATING-for the animals, for our staff, AND for you, when an adoption doesn't work out, and the animal must come back to us.

For this reason, we ask for your patience and understanding of our procedure.

A positive adoption experience can change the world for both you and an animal in need!

About Animatch

The Option is Adoption

Animatch has humble beginnings. It was founded in 1999 by Helen Lacroix, a busy wife and mother.

Her grassroots movement started around her kitchen table. Helen credits her parents with instilling in her their love and concern for animals. Today, Animatch boasts a centre with accommodation for a dozen dogs and a dedicated team of volunteers.

Helen Lacroix and her dogs - by MARCOS TOWNSEND, The Gazette

The Animatch Center

Animatch, the all inclusive Canine Adoption Center

Animatch is a well-organized intimate center with a limit of 15 adoptees at all times. All our dogs are socialized with humans (adults & children), other dogs and, of course, the resident cat!

Our center includes several amenities:

• Private playground
• Lounging area
• Fur Stylist/Groomer
• Comfortable sleeping accommodations
• Daily activity programs (walks, runs & outside play)
• Medical services
• 24 hour surveillance

All dogs have access to the numerous items above, all the while savoring meals tailored to their dietary needs.

The Animatch center exudes love, compassion and understanding. We have found that our environment allows for Animatch to best evaluate the personalities and special needs of our adoptees.

The perfect setting to find the perfect match!

We would like to emphasize that, although our center is well organized and maintained for the comfort of our Adoptees, this is not where they are meant to be. Upon entering the center many animals are often confused, stressed and in some cases, badly undernourished.

We need to make their transition to a regular environment as simple as possible.

Although Animatch does its utmost to help alleviate most of the factors traumatizing the pets, we are not the final solution. These dogs need permanent, understanding and loving homes. The sooner these animals find their "forever home", the easier it will be for them to adapt, accept and begin living normally again.

Courrier des fans

Nous adorons recevoir vous courriels. Si vous désirez nous raconter une histoire cocasse ou simplement nous donner des nouvelles de vos adoptés, faites-le maintenant ! Cliquez ici pour utiliser le formulaire d'envois de courrier des fans.

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  Nouvelles

  Bonjour, je voulais vous donner des nouvelles de Lacey, adoptée en décembre dernier.  On la surnomme aussi Laceylou, Germaine et Berthe la blette.  Germaine parce qu’elle gère et elle mène son... Lire la suite

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  Deja 9 ans

  Bonjour! Je m’appel Svonek et moi aussi j’ai fais un petit séjour chez Animatch.
  Mais j’ai eu le bonheur d’etre adopté par mon maitre Bernard depuis maintenant 9 ans!!
  J’ai une merveilleuse famille... Lire la suite

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  Un amour de Guccy

  Bonjour, je vous écris pour vous parler de ma petite Guccy. ET oui presque un an déjà  que nous l’avons adoptéé.
  Elle aime faire du saut a l’obstacle comme moi.
  Elle comprend tellement vite ce... Lire la suite

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  Notre petite Boca (Hazen)

  Bonjour vous tous d’Animatch,

  Je me porte très bien dans ma nouvelle demeure, mes maitres sont très gentils et s`occupent de moi. J`aime dormir sur le dos quand je suis très fatigué... Je suis... Lire la suite

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  Que le temps passe vite lorsque la vie est belle !

  Chers bénévoles d’Animatch, puisque ma maîtresse est absente quelques minutes, je profite de l’occasion pour vous donner de mes nouvelles ! Déjà  plus de trois mois que je suis dans ma nouvelle... Lire la suite

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  Elle semble très heureuse

  Bonjour Animatch. Je vous écris pour vous donner des nouvelles de Cannelle (Rita) que nous sommes, mon mari et moi, allés chercher samedi à votre refuge.
  C’est une très bonne chienne qui est... Lire la suite

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  Nous sommes tombés amoureux d’elle

  Voici notre petite puce Gougouli. Nous sommes tombés amoureux d’elle des les premières heures. Nous avons remarqués quelle adore les jouets qui font pouete-pouete donc elle en a maintenant une... Lire la suite

Blogue Animatch

Bienvenu sur le blogue Animatch. Vous y trouverez des nouvelles de chiens, des images et videos cocasses et tout ce qui concerne les chiens et les animaux.

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  Le nouveau site web Animatch en français

  Hey Oui ! Le nouveau site web d’Animatch a fait peau neuve et il est maintenant disponible en français. Nous doublerons nos efforts pour joindre encore plus de personnes possible à travers le... Lire la suite

Événements

Nous organisons de super événements. Apportez pitou et venez rencontrer les bénévoles Animatch ! Du bon temps pour jaser ou simplement s'amuser entre pitoux !

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  Bark N Brunch Animatch

  Nous revoici à cette époque de l’année !!  Le Bark-n-Brunch annuel Animatch sera le 14 février au Bourbon Street West !  Cette année, Java U s’est... Lire la suite

Adoption de chiens

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  Butch, Mâle Rottweiler X Lab

  En periode dessaie (0)

  Hey, ici Butch et je vais très bien, merci.  Comme vous le savez, j’ai eu de la malchance.  J’ai été frappé par une auto et ma patte a été fracturée.  Le fabuleux vétérinaire d’Animatch, Dr. Plasse, m’a réparé et je suis presqu’aussi bon qu’un sou neuf !  J’ai passé...

  À propos de Butch

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  Comic, Mâle Lhasa x Schnauzer

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Comic, qui est mieux décrit étant un chien heureux et exubérant, nous est arrivé errant.  Lorsque Comic est arrivé au Centre, il était un fouillis emmêlé et nous pensions qu’il était un Lhasa croisé.  Maintenant qu’il a visité le toiletteur, il se pourrait que Comic...

  À propos de Comic

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  Romeo, Mâle Pekingese

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Roméo est un beau Pekingese plein de dignité, âgé de 3 ans, qui a été donné parce qu’il avait des accidents dans la maison.  Roméo n’avait pas été stérilisé jusqu’à ce qu’il arrive chez Animatch et c’est une des raisons que Roméo marquait son territoire.  De la...

  À propos de Romeo

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  Theo, Mâle Shih Tzu

  En periode dessaie (0)

  Bonjour, ici Théo !  J’ai l’honneur d’être le premier chien à être adopté en 2010.  La vie n’a pas été facile jusqu’à date, mais Helen et les bénévoles me disent que je peux mettre le passé derrière moi et aller de l’avant.  Ma dernière famille (et il y en a eu...

  À propos de Theo

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  Candy, Femelle Shih Tzu

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Candy est une chienne âgée de 12 ans qui est un placement compatissant.  La raison qu’elle est en adoption chez Animatch a très peu à avoir avec Candy, étant donné qu’elle était bien-aimée par son gardien précédent.  Malheureusement, le gardien de Candy est mort et...

  À propos de Candy

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  Ryder, Mâle Epagneul

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Allô, je suis Ryder et j’ai été amené chez Animatch parce que mon gardien n’était pas capable de prendre soin de moi pour des raisons de santé.  Je m’ennuie de ne pas avoir mon propre foyer ... mon foyer à toujours !  Si vous connaissez ma race ou si vous avez fait des...

  À propos de Ryder

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  Sam, Mâle Chihuahua

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Sam est de retour !  C’est la seconde fois que Sam est chez Animatch en adoption.  Sam avait trop d’accidents dans la maison et sa famille a décidé qu’elle ne pouvait plus faire face à ce problème.  Sam est un des meilleurs Chihuahuas qui n’a jamais traversé le seuil de...

  À propos de Sam

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  Boca, Femelle Miniature Schnauzer

  Disponible pour adoption (0)

  Allô, ici Boca.  Je suis entrain de m’informer des dernières nouvelles depuis mon départ l’été dernier.  Extra, c’est ma maman.  J’ai été adoptée et c’était magnifique vivre dans mon propre foyer, mais soudainement je suis à nouveau une orpheline.  Ouch .... c’est...

  À propos de Boca

Ryder

Disponible pour adoption

Allô, je suis Ryder et j’ai été amené chez Animatch parce que mon gardien n’était pas capable de prendre soin de moi pour des raisons de santé.  Je m’ennuie de ne...

À propos de Ryder

Boca

Disponible pour adoption

Allô, ici Boca.  Je suis entrain de m’informer des dernières nouvelles depuis mon départ l’été dernier.  Extra, c’est ma maman.  J’ai été adoptée et c’était...

À propos de Boca

Candy

Disponible pour adoption

Candy est une chienne âgée de 12 ans qui est un placement compatissant.  La raison qu’elle est en adoption chez Animatch a très peu à avoir avec Candy, étant donné...

À propos de Candy

Animatch Dog Blog

Welcome to the Animatch Dog Blog. Here you'll find post about dogs in the news, funny dog pictures and other dog related stories found around the web. Enjoy!

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  Surf dog Ricochet’s inspirational video

  Surf dog Ricochet’s inspirational video highlighting her journey from birth, to service dog training, to turning disappointment into a joyful new direction, to surfing with quadriplegic surfer,... Read more

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  Why Did You Adopt your Dog?

  This is a great story of a student named Sonny Heflin from Florida who recently adopted his dogs from a rescue group. His main reason for adoption really touched me:

  “... My girlfriend and her dog... Read more

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  Animatch is doing some renovations

  This is great! Animatch is finally doing some renovations! The dogs will be having a nice new living room and the volunteers are going to have a lot more space and organization. A bit of fresh paint... Read more

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  10 Best iPhone Apps for Dog Lovers

  Every one knows about the iPhone. But did you know that some of the iPhone applications are perfect for dog owners?
  Yes, some of these apps are great for finding dog parks in your area, others teach... Read more

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  Animatch’s New Website for 2010!

  We are proud to bring you our new skin for 2010. Animatch made some changes and hope that you like the new look. Now with bigger images, bigger fonts and a cleaner look Animatch will keep working... Read more

Animatch Events

We organise great doggy events! Bring your dog(s) and come meet the Animatch volunteers, have a chat and simply have a good time with your pups.

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  Bark-n-Brunch

  It’s that time of year again!!  The annual Animatch Bark-n-Brunch is set for February 14th at Bourbon Street West!  This year Java U has partnered with us to... Read more

Animatch Fan Mail

We love receiving your Fan Mail. If you would like to tell us some funny, happy or crazy stories about your new Animatch Dog, please do so! Use our Fan Mail form to send us your message and picture!

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  Cannella sends her love

  Hey Animatch ... it’s me Cannelle.  (actually I have a new name “Cannella”.  Close enough - I know when my new family is talking to me.)

  So ... what’s new with me?  Everything!  I’m working at... Read more

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  Update from Tank and Tazz

  Hello all, the brothers are doing great and have become part of the family. We have all fallen in love with them and them with us. They still take care of each other a lot which is adorable to see.... Read more

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  Noodle

  Just wanted to let all of you know that I am enjoying my new family.  They love me so much and are taking good care of me!  I have a nice new hair cut and am sporting some new “clothes” to keep me... Read more

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  February 2010 Update On Kismet

  Greetings and Happy New Year! Kismet is a Bouvier des Flandres I adopted from Animatch just before Christmas 2009 and soon to celebrate her second birthday in March.

  For Kismet’s many fans please... Read more

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  Yoda’s Birthday!

  Hi!  I got Yoda from Animatch when he was a puppy in 2002.  Yods (as he is referred to - or the Yodler, little guy, or Yodie) has been the most amazing companion, and I can’t even begin to picture my... Read more

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  FARRAH

  Its been just 3 weeks for Farrah at her new home in Ontario and I just love being here, Had a haircut and my new family just loves me so much. Thanks Helen & the gang at animatch for giving me a... Read more

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  Update from Toby

  To all my fellow volunteers – those who cared for Toby until he came into our lives in May 2008, we thank you.  Words cannot describe what this little guy means to us.  He is happy, healthy, sweet,... Read more

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  Dixie And Jazz

  I wish for the new year a Fur Ever Home for each and every of my doggy friends at Animatch !!!
  From Dixie (chocolate lab adopted at Animatch in 4-2008).  Dixie is doing very well.  She has a new... Read more

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  Maggie May a.k.a. Tinsel

  Hi all, This is Maggie May. I have been at my fur ever home for just over 1 month now. I have to say I so happy. I live with a family of 5 people. And there are lots of other people who come and go... Read more

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  Truffle will be 7 months old on Wednesday!

  We adopted Truffle September 2009 and we love her so much! She is beautiful, healthy, very spoiled and a joy to have her in our lives! Truffle wants to say thank you so much to Helen Lacroix and... Read more

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  Truly our Baby

  Hi everyone at Animatch,
  Just a quick note to let you know that Stitch, now known as Bébé, is truly our family’s baby. He’s been with us for already 6 and a half months and gets along wonderfully... Read more

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  Buddy (Patchy) doing Great!

  Hello Team Animatch! Thank you all for allowing us to adopt Patchy, who now sports a new name “Buddy” as well as a brand new blue collar.  He’s the hit of our house, our neighborhood, our vet and... Read more

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  Xmas Buddies

  Hi, We wanted to share a recent picture of our dogs Sandy also known as Sandbox & Ms Wiggles (but really she responds to everything said in a cheery voice) and Blue. 

  We adopted Blue 3 yrs ago from... Read more

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  Update from Bella

  Just wanted to let you know that Bella (Cocotte) is doing great; she is a wonderful addition to our family and even Midnight, our cat, enjoys having her around. She loves to run and play with her red... Read more

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  Nouvelle de Sunny

  Sunny est tres heureux il aime se faire peigner il dort beaucoup il adore la neige et aime une petite couverte pour dormir

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  Almost 2 years after!

  Almost 2 years after adopting the big girl, Lola fits in as a farm dog AMAZINGLY!! She gets along with the chickens and horses and the rest of the gang. She’s been my “horse show” dog, I bring her... Read more

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  Murphy

  Merry Christmas from me and my new family. I like it here. We go for walks a lot. They thought that I needed to go to obedience school so I went along with it.
  Thank you Animatch for taking such good... Read more

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  Happy Holidays!

  Hi everyone.
  Just letting you know that all is well with me. My new family is head over heels in love with me…I’ve made friends with one feline friend…still working on the other! I’ve attached a... Read more

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  Bella greets the winter

  Since our first winter with Bella she has put on some much needed weight and has settled into her new life with us.  She loves to spend her afternoons lying in the sun or sitting, in almost praise... Read more

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  Kismet Wishes You A Merry Christmas!

  Greetings Care Givers and Fans of Kismet!
  Please know our girl is settling in just fine here at her new home in Toronto and is such a sweetheart!
  I have posted additional photos and video clips on my... Read more

Animatch Adoptees

By adopting from Animatch, you will be helping to rescue another dog, by making space at our Centre for another homeless dog. If we have no space, the future of some dogs is pretty bleak. By adopting rather than buying, you will reduce the demand that drives the commercial breeders (puppy mills) of puppies. The Adoption Option: Let's make it the first option.

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  Butch the Male Rottweiler x Lab

  Presently On Trial (10)

  Hey, Butch here and I am doing very well.  As you all know I had some back luck.  I was hit by a car and busted my leg.  Animatch’s great Vet, Dr. Plasse, patched me up and I’m nearly as good as new.  I spent quite a few weeks at the Vet Hospital.  Much as everyone was really...

  More about Butch

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  Romeo the Male Pekingese

  Presently Available for Adoption (8)

  Romeo is a dignified and handsome, 3-year-old, Pekingese who was given up because he was having accidents in the house.  Romeo was not neutered until he arrived at Animatch and that is one of the reasons that Romeo was marking his territory.  Patience and consistency will be...

  More about Romeo

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  Comic the Male Lhasa x Schnauzer

  Presently Available for Adoption (6)

  Comic, who is best described as an exhuberant and happy dog, came to us as a stray.  When Comic arrived at the Centre, he was a matted mess and we thought that he was a Lhasa mix.  Now that he has had an appointment with the groomer, Comic looks like he may have some Schnauzer...

  More about Comic

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  Theo the Male Shih Tzu

  Presently On Trial (13)

  Hey, everybody.  Theo here and I have the honour of being the First Adoptee of 2010.  Life has not been a piece of cake so far but I’ve been told by Helen and all the Volunteers that I can put my past behind me and better days are ahead.  My last family (and there have been a...

  More about Theo

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  Candy the Female

  Presently Available for Adoption (0)

  Candy is a 12-year-old dog who is a compasionate placement.  The reason she is an Animatch Adoptee has little to do with Candy, as she was well-loved by her former owner.  Unfortunately, Candy’s owner died and she was left behind.  There are many misconceptions about senior...

  More about Candy

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  Ryder the Male Cocker Spaniel

  Presently Available for Adoption (2)

  Hi, I’m Ryder and I was brought to Animatch because my owner was not able to care for me due to health reasons.  I do miss knowing that I am in the home where I belong ... and will belong forever!  If you know my breed or have done your research, you’ll know that Cocker...

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  Sam the Male Chihuahua

  Presently Available for Adoption (5)

  SAM is back!  This is Sam’s second time as an Animatch Adoptee.  Sam was having too many accidents in the house and his family decided that they could no longer cope with this problem.  Sam is one of the best little Chis that has ever come through the Animatch doors and we all...

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  Boca the Female Schnauzer

  Presently Available for Adoption (2)

  Hey everbody, Boca here.  I’m just catching up on all the news since I left the Centre last summer.  I am one of Extra’s puppies.  I was adopted and it was great living in my very own home, but suddenly I’m an orphan again.  Ouch .... that hurt!  You see my family thought that I...

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  Caesar the Male Lab-X

  Presently Available for Adoption (0)

  Caesar, believe it or not, started out his life as a stray.  He was found, along with his mother and littermate, by a good samaritan who brought them to safety.  Despite the bad start in his short life, Caesar is one of the lucky pups.  He will soon be a well loved and loyal...

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Caesar

Available for Adoption

Caesar, believe it or not, started out his life as a stray.  He was found, along with his mother and littermate, by a good samaritan who brought them to safety.  Despite...

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Candy

Available for Adoption

Candy is a 12-year-old dog who is a compasionate placement.  The reason she is an Animatch Adoptee has little to do with Candy, as she was well-loved by her former...

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Boca

Available for Adoption

Hey everbody, Boca here.  I’m just catching up on all the news since I left the Centre last summer.  I am one of Extra’s puppies.  I was adopted and it was great living...

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Hi, We wanted to share a recent picture of our dogs Sandy also known as Sandbox & Ms Wiggles (but really she responds to everything said in a cheery voice) and Blue. 

We adopted Blue 3 yrs ago from Animatch and he has been a dream, the only issue we have is that he is a Chocoholic. We have to stash chocolate up and away because he has a nose for it, he even pulled open dresser drawers to get it!  He is a character who fit in very nicely from the beginning.

We adopted Sandy in Sept, we changed her name from Truffles because standing at the back door yelling for Truffles just seemed weird   She is a clever pup & starts basic training in January.  She also has fit in very nicely, she loves to chew on Blue’s tail and they play together very well.

Happy Holidays from our home to yours.

Just wanted to let you know that Bella (Cocotte) is doing great; she is a wonderful addition to our family and even Midnight, our cat, enjoys having her around. She loves to run and play with her red frisbee, and can’t wait to meet any new dogs that cross her path.  Just like when she was at Animatch, she loves to curl up in her bed under a blanket. She is also a real cuddle bug and loves to snuggle on people’s laps. After a month and a half with us, she is settling well in her new home and neighborhood which she loves to explore. Thanks for all you do and happy holidays!

Sunny est tres heureux il aime se faire peigner il dort beaucoup il adore la neige et aime une petite couverte pour dormir

Almost 2 years after adopting the big girl, Lola fits in as a farm dog AMAZINGLY!! She gets along with the chickens and horses and the rest of the gang. She’s been my “horse show” dog, I bring her when I go to local horse competitions and EVERYONE loves her! It took me LITERALLY 5 minutes to teach her the “Jesse James Draw” trick: I saw “pow pow!” and she drops on the floor and rolls over dead. She’s a great pup to have

Merry Christmas from me and my new family. I like it here. We go for walks a lot. They thought that I needed to go to obedience school so I went along with it.
Thank you Animatch for taking such good care of me and all of the others. I am really happy here.

Hi everyone.
Just letting you know that all is well with me. My new family is head over heels in love with me…I’ve made friends with one feline friend…still working on the other! I’ve attached a picture of me meeting my BIG brother Lucifer at the farm…not much of me in the picture because he is so tall and takes up so much of the picture frame! He was not at all bothered by my puppy barks though. Looking forward to trail rides in the spring together. We are heading off to Vermont soon for the holidays to meet the rest of the family…apparently I have a couple of “lab cousins” anxious to meet me
Thank you Animatch and happy holidays to all of you back at the center!
Love, K.C.

Since our first winter with Bella she has put on some much needed weight and has settled into her new life with us.  She loves to spend her afternoons lying in the sun or sitting, in almost praise like fashion, by the floor heater.  She has made some new friends including her bestest friend of all Nikita the Jack Russel.  Together they wrestle and run for as long as we want to watch them.  Bella loves her visits to the West Island where she can play with her other friend Pete in his big Pierrefonds backyard.  The first day of snow has become an even greater adventure as Bella discovers that the thing that makes her so cold is also a real treat to eat!!!

Greetings Care Givers and Fans of Kismet!
Please know our girl is settling in just fine here at her new home in Toronto and is such a sweetheart!
I have posted additional photos and video clips on my weblog announcing Kismet’s arrival. Here is the web address:

http://paddymadden.blogspot.com/2009/12/welcome-kismet.html
I will keep you up to date here and on my blog with Kismet’s progress.
A very Merry Christmas and a huge thank you to Kismet’s foster mom Lori for entrusting me with Kismet’s care.

Hello to my friends at Animatch,
Dropping in for another little update. Phew, am I pooped! Last night was my graduation at Obedience Training. I ALMOST was chosen as one of the top three dogs of my class, but my friend Ceasar beat me. Apparently, the judge “agonized” over the decision, which made me and mom very proud! Now, I am just going to relax for a little bit with my favorite feline sister, (the one that I still chase around the house!) However, mom has advised me that our work is still not done…so what can I say? My new family has very high expectations of me and I know that I can meet them. I know that lately, there is alot of joy and laughter around the house, because they can’t believe what a good girl that I have become! On that positive note, Happy Holidays to all my friends at Animatch!

Just a word to let you all know that Frankie lost his battle with lymphoma on Nov 11th, 2009. He was with us for just a year but he will be missed and always remembered. He was the finest example of man’s (and woman’s) best friend. I’m just happy to know that all Labs go to heaven.

Hello Helen, Hello Joanne, Hello Sherri, I’m writing you to tell you about my new home.
It’s so cool! I have a lot of places to run and lot’s of stairs to go up and down. I have my own bed and lot’s of cushions to lie on. Jocelyne and Frank took me to the store and bought me a new winter coat, lots of toys and some treats. They are so nice. The food is um…um…good. One day I ate too much and too fast and I got sick, now I don’t eat as much and I take my time.

They showed me where to go to the bathroom and now I got there every time, well…..almost. When I do it right they give me a treat.
Every morning I go jogging by the lake with my parents.  They don’t run very fast, I think they’re too old.  When they finish running they untie me and let me run. I run and run and run real fast, it’s so much fun.

I’m sending you a nice picture.

I have to go now because I have to go in the car with Frank to get some gas.
I don’t know what it means but it sounds like lots of fun.

Thanks for taking such good care of me Animatch, and finding me such a great home.
Love

Sofia (alias Purdy)

PS. I will write you again soon

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