The Animal Services Division works diligently to serve the public and animals of San Luis Obispo County in a professional and efficient manner with kindness and compassion. The staff is dedicated to providing education, protection, and the humane treatment of animals in order to insure a safe and healthy community and to promote the benefits of responsible pet ownership.

SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE SHELTER:

• Adoptions
• Lost & found
• Quarantines and protective custody
• Basic health screening and treatment for injured animals
• Humanely euthanize animals we are unable to place
• Issue and track dog licenses License Form
• Maintain accurate records of Animal Services activities
• Provide our community with educational programs related to the humane treatment of animals, public safety, and responsible pet ownership
• Work with volunteer groups for animal welfare
• Investigate complaints and enforce state and local ordinances pertaining to animals
• Inspect facilities and issue permits to kennels, pet shops, animal breeders and other animal use facilities in the county