Local Shelters

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
5898 Cherry Ave., Long Beach 90805
Phone (562)728-4644
Internet home page: http://animalcontrol.co.la.ca.us

Animal Control Division, Chief Deputy -
Phone (562) 728-4620

Volunteer Services -
Phone (562)728-4572

Animal Licensing Information -
Phone (562)728-4706

Enforces all state and local laws relating to the control, licensing, humane investigations, or rescuing of all animals within the unincorporated areas of the County or within cities contracting for County service. Provides low-cost vaccination clinics throughout Los Angeles County each year.

Animal Shelters :

guardians may redeem impounded animals and may adopt unclaimed animals at each county animal shelter. To request service, please call the shelter directly.

Animal Shelter No. 1 -
11258 S. Garfield Ave. , Downey 90242
Phone (562)940-6898

Animal Shelter No. 3 -
216 W. Victoria St. , Gardena 90248
Phone (310)523-9566

Animal Shelter No. 4 -
4275 N. Elton Ave., Baldwin Park 91706
Phone (626)962-3577

Animal Shelter No. 5 -
5210 W. Ave. I, Lancaster 93536
Phone (661)940-4191

Animal Shelter No. 6 -
31044 N. Charlie Canyon Rd., Castaic 91384
Phone (661)257-3191 or (818)367-8065

Animal Shelter No. 7 - 29525 Agoura Rd. , Agoura 91301 - Phone (818)991-0071

CITY OF LOS ANGELES ANIMAL REGULATION DEPARTMENT

Main Office ( 213) 893-8400
 419 South Spring Street
   Los Angeles , CA   90013

The Department of Animal Regulation provides services that enable people and animals to live together in safety in the City of Los Angeles . The Department houses and cares for lost and abandoned animals in its six shelters located throughout the City, enforces animal-related laws, and acts to prevent cruelty to animals.  The Department issues dog and equine licenses and collects dog and equine license taxes, and participates in the State rabies control program.  The Department also issues cat identification tags and collects cat identification tag fees.  The Department enforces the Leash Law; inspects medical research laboratories; and accepts unwanted animals.

     District Offices:
        8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tues-Sat
       (24-hour emergency service available)

    North Central Animal Care and Control Center ..(213) 485-5766
      (East of Hollywood Freeway and South of Ventura Freeway)
      3201 Lacy Street ~   Los Angeles , CA   90031

    South Central Animal Care and Control Center ..(213) 485-5753
      3612 Eleventh Avenue ~   Los Angeles , CA   90018

    Harbor Animal Care and Control Center...(310) 831-2414
      735 Battery Street ~ San Pedro, CA  90731

    West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control...(310) 575-8487
      (North of Santa Monica Freeway and West of San Diego Freeway)
       11950 Missouri Avenue ~  Los Angeles, CA  90025

    East Valley Animal Care and Control Center...(818) 756-8445
       (North of Ventura Freeway and West of Hollywood Freeway)
       13131 Sherman Way
       N. Hollywood, CA  91605

     West Valley Animal Care and Control Center

(818) 756-8481
 20655 Plummer Street
  Chatsworth , CA   91311

     Finding a Lost Pet - If a pet is found with traceable identification, the Department will notify the guardian.  If a pet is lost without identification, the guardian should visit the nearest shelter.  Animals found without identification are held for five days, then become available for adoption.

     Adopting a Pet - A variety of animals - from purebred to mixed breeds - are available for adoption at shelters.  Stray animals are kept five days before they can be adopted; animals brought in by their guardians are available after one hour.  During the waiting period, an animal will be specifically identified with a Red Alert tag if a person is interested in adopting it.  After the waiting period, the person may return and adopt the animal.  Adoptions cost from $40 to $100.  To help reduce pet over-population, all animals are sterilized before adoption.

Turning in a Pet - A pet that is sick, injured, aged, or has a behavior problem can be turned in by its guardian to a shelter 24 hours a day; however, the guardian is encouraged to investigate alternative placement.  The animal will be held for one hour, then becomes the property of the Department, which cannot guarantee finding it a home.

     Licenses - Dog and equine licenses are available at shelters and participating veterinarians.  The annual fee for dogs (4 months or older) is $100 if unsterilized, or $10 if sterilized.  Equine licenses (for animals 1 year or older) are $14.  Cats do not require a license.  Free licenses for sterilized dogs are available to seniors (62 years or older) who meet financial requirements and to disabled persons who own a guide dog or service dog.

     Permits - The Department issues permits that are required for many businesses and activities, including pet shops, grooming parlors, kennels, stables, and other.  Permits also are issued for pigeons, as well as wild and exotic animals.  For more information, call (213) 893-8446 or your local shelter.

     Vaccinations - Low-cost vaccination clinics are offered year-round at locations throughout the City.  Clinics provide inoculations against rabies and other dog and cat diseases.  For 24-hour information, call (213) 89-8566.

     Spay-Neuter - This surgery sterilizes dogs and cats.  Spying and neutering promotes a longer, healthier life for pets and helps control animal overpopulation.  Many humane groups provide subsidies and referrals for sterilization.

     Dangerous Animal Problem - An animal may be considered dangerous if it has attacked a person or another animal; report it to the nearest shelter and the Department will respond.

     Barking Dogs - A complaint must be submitted in writing to the appropriate shelter and it must contain the name, address, and telephone number of the person filing the complaint, as well as the address of the barking dog and description of the problems.  The Department will request that the guardian comply with regulations.  If the barking does not stop after a second complaint is filed, the issue is resolved through an Administrative Hearing.

     Animal Cruelty - If you observe or suspect the mistreatment of an animal, contact your local shelter and personnel will investigate.

Sick, Injured or Stray Animals - Bring the animal to the nearest shelter, or contact the shelter and field personnel will respond.  Veterinary medical staff will examine the animal, provide treatment if appropriate, and make the animal available for adoption if it is not claimed by its guardian.  If an animal is critically ill or injured, does not respond to treatment, or upon an guardian's request, it will be humanely euthanized.

    Dead Animal Pickup - For removal, call the City=s Bureau of Sanitation at (800) 773-2489.

     Animal Traps - Traps for cat, dog, opossum, raccoon, squirrel, and skunk are available for rent at all shelters.

We Need Your Help

     Become a Volunteer - Volunteers assist at the shelters by helping adopt pets, grooming the animals, providing information about responsible pet ownership, and more.  Volunteers also participate in Mobile Pet Adoptions by taking shelter animals into communities to find homes.  For more information contact the Department’s Volunteer Coordinator at (213) 485-8542.

     Make a Donation - The Animal Welfare Trust Fund accepts donations and uses the money to enhance the quality of life for the shelter animals.  Funds may also be donated for specific programs and services.