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Where Our Dogs Come From |
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D’Arcy’s A.R.C. provides shelter and care to dogs of all ages, breeds, shapes and sizes. We receive our dogs from several main sources:
- Dogs who are unclaimed and have run out of time at Winnipeg Animal Services
- Free roaming dogs who are turned into the shelter and remain unclaimed
- Animal control services throughout Manitoba
- Veterinary clinics and kennels that receive abandoned dogs
If space allows, we will accept some dogs from people who need to surrender their pets. However, our organization’s focus is on rescuing stray and abandoned animals as well as animals at risk of euthanasia.
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Dog Adoption Guidelines |
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We take the business of animal rescue seriously. We want the dogs and cats that we’ve cared for and protected to end up in happy, for life homes.
Becoming Acquainted
If you’re looking for a dog, we suggest that you visit the shelter regularly or phone to find out who we have available. Sometimes dogs move through the shelter very quickly – especially small breeds and purebreds.
If one of our dogs appeals to you, talk to one of the shelter staff. We will tell you everything we know about the dog.
We can arrange to have you take the dog outside so you can interact with it, without the distractions of the shelter. If you have another pet or other people that should meet the dog prior to adoption, let us know. We’ll help you make arrangements for that too.
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Dog Adoption Costs |
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$179 Dogs one year or older
Price includes
- Preliminary veterinary checkup
- Spay / neuter
- Identification tattoo
- Deworming
- Heartworm testing
- 1st set of vaccinations (parvovirus, distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza)
- 6 weeks of free Pet Plan insurance
- City of Winnipeg dog license
- Dog care information package
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Selecting the right dog for your home |
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Owning a pet is a lifelong commitment. If you choose the right pet, living together can be a lifetime of joyous companionship. If you choose poorly, neither you nor your pet will be happy.
At the ARC, we strongly encourage people to do their research prior to adopting a dog. It’s important to identify the kind of home and lifestyle you can offer a canine companion, and to look for a dog that will thrive in these conditions.
If you are currently looking for a dog to adopt, here are some factors that you will want to take into consideration while making your decision
Energy level
Some dogs have a naturally high energy level... and this translates into a need for a lot of activity. Other dogs are happy with a short walk and lots of naps. A good human / canine match is one where you can meet your dog’s need for exercise.
One good indicator of a dog’s energy level is its breed - or primary breeds if you are looking at a dog of “mixed ancestry”. For example, a border collie or border collie cross will need A LOT of exercise, as well as mental stimulation.
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