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Shelter adoption at Maple Haven Animal Shelter, where caring animals are ready for a new start.
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Explore pets in need of a steady home and find a companion that fits your life.
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Maple Haven Animal Shelter was created to give rescued animals a calm place to recover, and to help local families and individuals find companions who fit their home and routine. Each day, the team focuses on feeding, cleaning, enrichment, and gentle socialization, while also answering questions from adopters and foster volunteers across Vancouver and nearby communities. We take time to learn each animal's habits and needs so we can make thoughtful matches, not rushed placements. When a pet is ready, we guide people through adoption or fostering with clear, practical support. The work stays grounded in patience, care, and the belief that every animal deserves a safe next step.
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Local work we take on
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From first message to the job
We begin by checking the shelter's current animals, their temperaments, and any special care needs. Staff and visitors can then focus on pets that fit their home, lifestyle, and experience level.
Next, the adoption inquiry is collected so the team can understand preferences, household details, and any other pets at home. A calm meet-and-greet follows, giving both the animal and adopter time to interact in a low-pressure setting.
Once there is a good fit, the shelter walks through feeding, behaviour notes, vaccination details, and any follow-up care. This helps adopters feel prepared for the transition and gives the animal a smoother start in its new home.
After the adoption agreement is signed, the team reviews pickup timing, supplies, and any first-day guidance. The shelter stays available for basic post-adoption questions so the handoff feels organized and supported.
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Our facilities
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Who you reach
Animal Care Coordinator
Adoption Support Advocate
Volunteer and Foster Liaison
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Short updates
Bringing a new pet home is an exciting moment, but the first couple of days can feel overwhelming for them. In this post, we share simple ways to create a calm, welcoming space and help your new companion settle in with confidence.
Every animal at Maple Haven has a unique personality and a story worth sharing. This week’s spotlight features a few of our most lovable residents who are ready to meet the families that will give them a fresh start.
As the season changes, it is a great time to review grooming, enrichment, and routine care for pets in the shelter and at home. We also highlight a few practical steps adopters can take to keep pets comfortable and healthy during springtime transitions.
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Starting prices, quoted on site
Common questions
Maple Haven Animal Shelter helps match animals with suitable homes through an adoption process that includes meet-and-greets, adoption guidance, and basic screening. The shelter also shares information about each animal’s personality, care needs, and any known routines so adopters can make a thoughtful choice.
A visit typically includes time to meet available animals, ask questions about temperament and daily care, and review the adoption steps for a specific pet. Staff can also explain what support is available before and after adoption, such as guidance on settling a new animal into your home and understanding the shelter’s intake and placement process.
Adoption fees are typically based on the animal’s age, species, and any veterinary care already provided while in our shelter. The fee usually helps cover practical costs such as vaccinations, spaying or neutering, microchipping, and routine health checks.
Yes, the final cost can change if an animal needs extra medical treatment, special behaviour support, or other care before adoption. We can explain what is included in the quote and note any factors that may affect the total, so there are no surprises later.
You can reach Maple Haven Animal Shelter by phone at +1 (403) 292-5754 or by email at [email protected]. If you are ready to begin, send a short message with your name, the animal you are asking about, and the best way to reach you so the team can guide you from there.
Hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B8, Canada
Hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
