Lost pet recovery

We are happy to reunite pets with their owners.

Overview

When you come to the shelter to take your lost pet home, you will need to:

  • Prove that you are:
    • At least 18-years-old
    • The pet's owner
  • In some cases, you will need to pay fees and fines.

If the City finds your pet

If we find your pet and it is licensed 

  • We will deliver it to your home at no cost.
  • If you're not home or home delivery is not an option, we'll hold your pet at our shelter. We will charge you a daily kenneling fee.

If we find your pet and it is not licensed 

  • You will have to pay:
    • Impound fee
    • Kennel fee
    • License fee
    • Additional fines, in some cases

If you think you found a match at our shelter

 

Make an appointment to pick up your pet right away.

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Bring proof that you are the owner. Here are some forms of proof that we will accept.

  • Photos of you and your pet
  • Adoption paperwork
  • Bill of sale
  • Veterinary records

Recovery costs

Review this list of possible fees and fines. Be prepared to pay them when you pick up your pet. 

ServiceCostDetails 
Impound $55+

No charge if the pet is licensed and has not been impounded before.

Boarding $25 per day, plus tax This helps cover the cost kenneling and caring for your pet.
License $30 minimum No charge if the pet is licensed. See licensing costs.
Fines   Ask if you owe any fines.
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Schedule an appointment

Use the appointment scheduler to book a time convenient for you to get services for your pet.

Contact us

Minneapolis Animal Care & Control

Phone

612-673-6222

Fax

612-673-6255

Address

Animal Care & Control
212 17th Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411

Get directions

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. - 7 p.m.
Friday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday Closed

Closed on City holidays

See list of City holidays

Appointments

No scheduled appointment times are needed for pet adoptions.
Other services: Use our appointment scheduler