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.
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Choose your Animal
Big or small, furry or feathered - there are a number of Toronto Zoo animals to choose from, including 4 Canadian species.
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Choose your level of support
With three donation levels available, ranging from $50 - $250, plus other adoption options, find the package that's right for you! You will receive different gifts of appreciation according to the level of your donation.
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Complete your donation
Your one-time gift and symbolic adoption supports the ongoing conservation efforts of the Toronto Zoo.
Adoption Special Offers
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Name a Turtle
Name a Headstart Hero
These endangered Blanding's turtles are nearly ready to start their journey back into the wild. You can help us name them before they go!
All Adoptable Animals
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African Penguin, Glen
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African White Lion, Fintan
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Amur Tiger, Mazyria
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Axolotl, Apollo
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Blue Poison Dart Frog, Azure
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Capybara, Tootsie
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Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake, Tobermory
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Grevy's Zebra, Poe
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Masai Giraffe, Mstari
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North American River Otter, Maybelle
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Polar Bear, Juno
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Pygmy Hippopotamus, Harvey
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Red Panda, Poppy
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Snow Leopard, Pemba
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Sumatran Orangutan, Puppe
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West African Dwarf Crocodile, Cleopatra
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Western Lowland Gorilla, Nassir
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White Rhinoceros, Tom
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Other Adoption Options
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Digital Adoption
Adopt NowBecome the proud parent of an adopted animal - digitally!
Digital adoptions are a paperless alternative to our physical adoption packages.
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Champion of Conservation
See DetailsUnlock exclusive benefits by becoming a Champion of Conservation! For your generous support, you'll receive a Platinum Zoo Membership and parking pass, an Adopt an Animal package, an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience and more!
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Surprise Me!
Adopt NowCan't decide which animal to adopt? Let us surprise you by selecting an animal on your behalf.
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Looking for a different animal?
If you're interested in adopting an animal that isn't listed above, please email wildlifeconservancy@torontozoo.ca to inquire about a custom species certificate.
Please note: custom packages do not include a species fact booklet.
Notes from our Adopt an Animal parents
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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.
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"I love the Toronto Zoo and the amazing work everyone does to help preserve some of this world's most precious inhabitants" - Loretta
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"Thank you as always for being our favourite place to visit. We love the animals!" - Brendon
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"Congratulations on your wonderful work and preservation of animals at the Toronto Zoo." - Diane
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"Thank you for your conservation efforts, and for everything you do for all of the animals at the zoo!" - Chelsey
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"We are so lucky to have this Zoo and all its fabulous programs. We are in a second generation of adopting." - Callie