Pets For Adoption
Dogs, cats, and other animals are available for adoption from the Shepparton Animal Shelter.
Please note: The Shepparton Animal Shelter closes 12 noon on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and will reopen at 10am on Monday 5 January 2026. See operating hours and changed conditions for Council services during this time.
If you wish to apply to adopt an animal, please submit your Adoption Application online and staff will review applications after 5 January 2026.
Animal adoption process
- Read the adoption process information.
- Complete the Animal Adoption Questionnaire form.
- The Shepparton Animal Shelter will contact you to talk about adopting. If the animal is available, an appointment will be made for you to attend the Shepparton Animal Shelter for a 'meet and greet', which can take about 30 minutes.
The Shepparton Animal Shelter is located at 125 Wanganui Road, Shepparton. Phone (03) 5832 9794.
Animals available for adoption
The following animals are looking for their "forever" homes. If you wish to register your interest in adopting a specific animal advertised on this page, please contact the Shepparton Animal Shelter.
CASPER
Black & White Staffy
**** ADOPTED 02.12.2025 **** Meet Casper (D250590) 🖤🤍 Say hello to Casper, our handsome black and white Staffy with a show stopping feature one bright blue eye and one warm brown! This unique boy turns heads everywhere he goes, and his personality is just as special as his look. Casper is a friendly, affectionate dog who loves his pats and attention.…
BOSTON
White Terrier X
*** ADOPTED 02.12.2025 ***🌪️ Meet Boston (D250551) – Your Very Own Fluffy Hurricane! 🐶✨ If you're looking for calm and quiet… Boston might not be your guy. But if you're ready to bring home a whirlwind of fun, affection, and high-speed tail wags, then buckle up Boston is waiting for you! 💨🐾 Boston is a white, long-haired Terrier X with enough…
KENYA
Black and Grey Mixed Breed
*****ADOPTED 05/12/25***** Meet Kenya! (D250467)🐶💖 This sweet young pup is on the search for her forever family. Kenya is a super loving, playful girl with a heart full of joy and a tail that never stops wagging! ✨ She’s still just a little puppy, so she’ll need some basic training, but she’s very food-motivated 🍖, which makes teaching her new things…
BETHANY
Grey Domestic Short Hair
*** ADOPTED - 11/12/25 ****** Meet Bethany (C250880)— The Sweet, Smoochy Little Weirdo 😺💖 Bethany is a gentle, affectionate kitty with a delightful touch of quirky charm. She’s a lovable little weirdo 🤪 who might do things her own way, but that just makes her even more endearing. Most importantly, she loves receiving pats 🥰. Once she feels comfortable,…
Rosie
Black Domestic Medium Hair
********* ADOPTED - 10/12/25 ************** Meet Rosie (C251116) — Your Gentle and Loving Friend 🐾💖 Rosie is an incredibly sweet and gentle cat with a soft, tender heart 😺✨. She may be a little reserved at first, but once she feels safe and comfortable, she’s a total sweetheart who loves to come up for gentle pats, cuddles, and smooches 🥰🐱. Her quiet,…
Bagel
Tabby and White Domestic Short Hair
*****ADOPTED 08/12/25***** Meet Bagel! (C251157)😺🥯 This super-sweet kitten is ready to find a forever home to call his own. Bagel is as adorable as his name, soft, cuddly, and always ready for affection. He absolutely loves pats and will happily curl up in your lap for snuggles. 💛🐈⬛ Bagel’s gentle nature and playful spirit make him the perfect companion…
TOE
Black Domestic Medium Hair
**** ADOPTED - 12/12/25 **** Meet Toe (C251072) — the tiny panther with a big personality! 🖤🐾 Toe is a stunning black medium-haired boy with a silky coat, bright curious eyes, and a sprinkle of irresistible kitten mischief. He may look elegant and majestic, but don’t let that fool you—Toe is full of cheeky charm and just the right amount of kitten…
Jackson
Black and White Jack Russell
*****ADOPTED 08/12/25*****Meet Jackson (D250625)— the bouncy little Jack Russell with a heart full of love! 🖤🤍🐾 Jackson is a handsome 1-year-old black and white Jack Russell bursting with personality and youthful energy. He may be a little shy when meeting new people, but once he realizes you’re friendly, he warms up quickly and becomes the sweetest…
PATRON
Black Domestic Medium Hair
************** ADOPTED - 10/12/25 **************** Meet Patron! (C251069)🤎🐾 Patron is a charming black, medium-haired kitten with a soft coat, bright eyes, and a personality that’s impossible not to fall in love with. 🖤✨ Growing up alongside his siblings in a foster home with older cats, he is wonderfully well-socialised and confident around other…
CARROT
Ginger Tabby Domestic Short Hair
***************** ADOPTED - 12/12/25 ****************Meet Carrot! (C251180) 🥕😺✨ Carrot is a handsome male ginger tabby with a vibrant, glowing coat and striking markings that make him stand out instantly. 🧡🐅 He’s truly a little work of art! This curious boy loves to explore 🕵️♂️ and will happily trot behind you from room to room just to be part of…
PANDA
Black & White Domestic Short Hair
****ADOPTED 11/12/2025**** Meet Panda! (C251248)🐼🖤🤍 Panda is an adorable 2-month-old black and white short-haired kitten with a super sweet, melt-your-heart personality. With his soft markings and bright little eyes, he’s as cute as his name suggests! Panda can be a bit timid at first, taking a moment to size up new people and new spaces. But once…
MAX
Grey & White Domestic Medium Hair
**** ADOPTED 11/12/25 **** Meet Max! (C251039) ☀️🐾 Max is a fluffy white and grey kitten with the softest coat and a personality that shines just as bright as his colouring. 🤍🐱 He’s an affectionate little boy who absolutely loves human attention and interaction — if you’re nearby, Max wants to be part of whatever you’re doing! One of his sweetest traits…
Milo
Grey Tabby Domestic Medium Hair
*****ADOPTED 08/12/25***** Meet Milo! (C251028)😺💙 Milo is a playful, sweet little purr machine who loves exploring, chasing toys, and bringing joy to everyone around him. He’s full of energy and curiosity, always ready to turn an ordinary moment into a fun adventure. 🎾✨ When playtime is over, Milo becomes the ultimate cuddle buddy. He adores snuggling…
Pet Exchange Register (PER)
The PER is an online database that generates a unique source number for individuals or businesses advertising a dog, cat, puppy or kitten for sale or to give away in Victoria. Learn more about the PER.
Council's Pet Exchange Register Source Number is BR101093.
Domestic Animal Business (DAB) Permit Number: 30