Animal Care & Control
We work to ensure the health and safety of pets and people.
Watch out for scam phone calls
People are posing as MACC employees and asking for money. If you receive one of these calls, please report it to 311.
Minneapolis Animal Care & Control (MACC) services
Field services
Serve the community with prompt response by first responders.
Shelter services
Impound, kennel and provide proper care for animals that are:
- Injured
- Stray
- Surrendered
Investigative services
Address criminal conduct related to animals by working with:
- The Police
- The City Attorney
- Non-profits
Veterinary services
Provide preventative and emergency medical care to all animals entering the shelter system.
Animal Safety Net
Limit the number of displaced animals in urgent situations.
Volunteer program
Train and supervise volunteers and animal foster families.
Administrative services
Process and collect general records, fees and fines.
Animal and pet services
We help you find a lost pet, adopt a new pet and vaccinate your pets. We issue licenses and permits and respond to problems.
Contact us
Minneapolis Animal Care & Control
Phone
Fax
612-673-6255
Address
Animal Care & Control
212 17th Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Shelter hours
| Monday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed on City holidays
Appointments
No scheduled appointment times are needed for pet adoptions.
Other services: Use our appointment scheduler