(Right behind the old building)
The Kent County Animal Shelter welcomes everyone to come and visit our animals, please feel free to stop in anytime.
Monday through Friday
10:00 am until 5:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am until 11:00 am
We stop interviews a half hour before the kennels close.
Due to the high volume of interest generated by Petfinder the staff will not be able to answer questions about the animals over the phone. Questions can be answered by email cathy.hand@kentcountymi.gov or by a visit to the shelter.
While we strive to keep our page current, please understand we are not able to guarantee a particular pet will be available for adoption when you visit.
Click to see our events!
Our Featured Pets
Dogs
Emily is a 2 year old , spayed female, white,American bulldog/ pit bull mix. Emily was brought to the shelter after she was found wandering stray.Emily is a sweet dog,she has a lot of energy, she loves to be with people. She walks fairly well on a leash but does have a lot of energy, hasn't shown any food aggression, and is very affectionate.
Emily is a very friendly dog and if you would like to meet her please visit the animal shelter.
Cats!!
Great News, I have been adopted!!!!!
My name is Angel, I was brought to the shelter by my owner because the dog didn't love me. I'd love to find a new forever home!! I'm a gorgeous black , short haired, spayed female cat, about 2 years old. I would love to keep you company on the couch Take me home and I promise to entertain & love you forever. My adoption fee is only $15.00 and includes my spay and vaccines. I'd love to have a new home, I have been here a long time.
My adoption fee is only $15.00!!!
My name is Jasper, and I want to go home! I want to play on the couch and be your best friend!!! I am very friendly and love to play with toys. I am a 2 year old, white and brown tiger, neutered male, long haired cat, and I am ready to go!! I was brought to the shelter after I was found stray and would love to find a new forever home. If you would like to meet me please visit the animal shelter.
Who We Are
The Kent County Animal Shelter is dedicated to creating good relationships between animals and people. We strive to maintain a productive and responsible adoption program in addition to our county animal control role.Adopting a friend
Adoption fees are as follows:Dogs:
$70.00 Adoption Fee$80.00 or $90.00 Spay or Neuter
$4.50 License Fee
Total: $154.50 or $164.50 ($74.50) if they are already spayed or neutered)
Cats:
$25.00 - $50.00 Adoption Fee (based on age of animal)$55.00 - $70.00 Spay or Neuter
Total: $80.00 - $120.00
Senior Citizens (62 and Over) pay a $2.50 license fee for dogs, but are still responsible for adoption and spay and neuter fees.
**Any animal available for adoption will be spayed or neutered before going home.**
Please consider adopting a companion from us. These pets are willing and able to be your friend for life!
Come Visit Us!
The Kent County Animal Shelter is located at 740 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 11:30 am, we stop interviews 1/2 hour before we close. We are closed Sundays and Holidays. If you have any questions about the animals listed please feel free to email or stop down in person. Unfortunately due to the high interest in our pets we are unable to answer questions over the phone.Also please take a moment to view Pets Incredibles helpful pet ownership videos available on DVD!
Help Us Out!
Kent County Animal Shelter
740 Fuller Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616) 632-7300
Email: cathy.hand@kentcountymi.gov
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
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