How can i adopt an animal?

     In Turkey, there are various ways for individuals to adopt pets. Thanks to government initiatives and the efforts of non-governmental organizations, many stray animals are finding warm and loving homes. Here’s a step-by-step guide to adopting a pet:

1. Adopting a Pet via E-Government Platform

     Some municipalities in Turkey offer the opportunity to adopt animals from their shelters through the e-Government platform. To adopt a pet through this system:

• Log in to the E-Government platform.
• Type “pet adoption” in the search bar and select the relevant service.Dec.
• Select a municipality from the list of available options.
• Click the ”New Application" button and specify the type and desired characteristics of the pet.
• Select the animal you want to adopt and send the completed application form for approval.

Currently, this service is reached through municipalities such as Ankara Keçiören, Istanbul Büyükçekmece and Istanbul Bağcılar.

2. Local Animal Shelters and Associations:

    Animal shelters and animal rights associations in your region play an important role in the process of adopting unclaimed animals. For example, you can get information about the adoption process by contacting organizations such as the Animal Rescue Association in Ankara.

3. Online Ownership Platforms:

    Various online platforms offer ads for individuals who want to adopt animals. Petcim.com and Patievi.com it is possible to reach the adoption announcements of different types of animals through sites such as.

4. Veterinary Clinics and Social Media:

    Veteriner klinikleri, sosyal medya grupları ve gönüllü platformlar da sahipsiz hayvanların sahiplendirilmesine yardımcı olmaktadır. Bu kanallar üzerinden sahiplenme ilanlarına ulaşabilir ve veterinerlerden bilgi alabilirsiniz.

5. Things to Consider during the Ownership Process:

    Animal ownership requires a long-term responsibility. Things to be considered in this process:

• Awareness of Responsibility: Make sure that you can meet the animal's nutritional, health and care needs.
• Ownership Agreement: Many shelters or associations require the signing of an ownership agreement in order to protect the rights of the animal. These contracts guarantee the welfare and rights of the animal.
• Living Conditions: Make sure that you can provide living space and conditions suitable for the type of animal you will adopt.

In the process of animal ownership, the needs and responsibilities of the animal should be taken into account and an informed decision should be made.