The Adopt an Animal program plays a vital role by generating valuable funds that support your Toronto Zoo. When you adopt an animal, you are joining us in the fight to save and protect endangered species from extinction.

  • Choose your Animal

    Big or small, furry or feathered - there are 20 Toronto Zoo animals to choose from, including 4 Canadian species.

  • Choose your level of support

    With four donation levels available, ranging from $25 - $250, find the package that's right for you! You will receive different gifts of appreciation according to the level of your donation.

  • Complete your donation

    Your one-time gift and symbolic adoption supports the ongoing conservation efforts of the Toronto Zoo.

Other Adoption Options

  • Custom Adoption

    Don't see the animal you are looking to adopt? Don't worry - all of the animals at the Toronto Zoo are "adoptable"!

    To view a full list of the Zoo's animals, please click here.

    Please note that custom adoptions do not include a species fact booklet.

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  • Mini Adoptions

    Perfect for lootbag or classroom gifts. 5" x 7" mini certificiate that you can personalize yourself.

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  • Surprise Me!

    Can't decide which animal to adopt? Let us surprise you by selecting an animal on your behalf.

    Adopt Now 
  • Digital Adoption

    Become the proud parent of an adopted animal - digitally!

    Digital adoptions are a paperless alternative to our physical adoption packages.

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  • "Friends at The Zoo: I have been an “Adopt an Animal” participant for over a decade. Best money that I could ever spend! Thank you." - E.C.

  • "From our home to yours, we appreciate what you do to preserve and conserve." - Rebecca

  • "I love the Toronto Zoo and the amazing work everyone does to help preserve some of this world's most precious inhabitants" - Loretta

  • "Thank you as always for being our favourite place to visit. We love the animals!" - Brendon

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