Most services are offered to Elk Grove residents/pets only, but we will adopt pets out to outside our city if adopters come to us.
City of Elk Grove Animal Services's adoption process
1.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
Visitors are welcome to browse any time we are open.
2.
Meet the Pet
If visitors would like to meet a pet outside of the kennel, a staff member or volunteer can assist them.
3.
Submit Application
If it seems like a good match, the visitor will fill out a short questionnaire to help us guide their individual adoption consult.
4.
Sign Adoption Contract
All adopters sign a contract and any disclosures required for that specific animal.
5.
Pay Fee
With the exception of sponsored pets or specific promotions, all animals have an adoption fee.
6.
Take the Pet Home
Adoptions occur same day and take usually about 1 hour in total.
Additional adoption info
As of June 15, 2021 our shelter has re-opened fully to the public and is conducting adoptions first-come, first-serve.
As of June 15, 2021 our shelter has re-opened fully to the public and is conducting adoptions first-come, first-serve.
About City of Elk Grove Animal Services
Elk Grove Animal Services is committed to providing exceptional service to all of our community members: canine, feline, human and more! We are here to ensure that all animals within our community are treated humanely by way of a variety of services and programs.
As our shelter grows, so will our programs. This is an exciting time for our animal-loving community in Elk Grove and we hope you’ll join us in our mission!
Elk Grove Animal Services is committed to providing exceptional service to all of our community members: canine, feline, human and more! We are here to ensure that all animals within our community are treated humanely by way of a variety of services and programs.
As our shelter grows, so will our programs. This is an exciting time for our animal-loving community in Elk Grove and we hope you’ll join us in our mission!
