The Adopt an Animal program generates 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 a number of Toronto Zoo animals to choose from, including 4 Canadian species.

  • 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.

  • Complete your donation

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

Holiday Giving

  • Adopt an Animal

    Masai Giraffe, Mstari

    Bring a little extra joy to wildlife this holiday season by adopting Masai giraffe, Mstari. Your support helps protect this iconic species and comes with a personalized certificate, plush toy, and fact booklet to celebrate your impact.

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  • The Enrichment Giving Tree

    They made a list, and we checked it twice! This holiday season, give a gift to the animals by choosing an item from the Enrichment Giving Tree. From puzzle feeders to climbing ladders, each item is hand-picked by wildlife care staff to encourage natural behaviours like foraging, problem solving, and play.

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Spread joy this holiday season and make a difference for wildlife. Explore our full Holiday Gift Guide page for more meaningful ways to celebrate the season.

Holiday Giving

All Adoptable Animals

Other Adoption Options

  • 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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  • Champion of Conservation

    Unlock 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!

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

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  • Custom Adoption

    Don't see the animal you are looking to adopt? Don't worry - all of the animals at the Toronto Zoo can be adopted.

    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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Notes from our Adopt an Animal parents:

Notes from our Adopt an Animal parents

  • "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.

  • "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

  • "Congratulations on your wonderful work and preservation of animals at the Toronto Zoo." - Diane

  • "Thank you for your conservation efforts, and for everything you do for all of the animals at the zoo!" - Chelsey

  • "We are so lucky to have this Zoo and all its fabulous programs. We are in a second generation of adopting." - Callie

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