Frequently Asked Questions

I have a cat running loose in my yard. Can you come and catch it?
Since there is no ordinance prohibiting cats running loose, we do not have the authority to chase and catch them. We will come out and pick up the cat if you can catch it on your property and confine it to a box, room, cage or trap.

I have something in my fire place/wall. Can you come remove it?
We do not handle the removal of animals from fireplaces or walls. Please call Alpine Animal Control at 719-636-1014.

I see a raccoon/ fox/deer running loose in my neighborhood. Will you come and get it?
These type of animals live in the city and do quite well. They are considered wildlife. We do not come out and trap them.

There is an injured deer in my yard or on the side of the road. Can you come and get it?
Deer are wildlife and that is something we do not handle. If the deer is up and mobile, we have been told by the Division of Wildlife to let mother nature take its course. Most deer will do well on 3 legs and do fine. If the deer is down and not moving, you can call the Division of Wildlife for help at 719-227-5200.

I am interested in a certain type of dog/cat. Can you put my name on a waiting list?
We do not have a waiting list for specific types of animals. Our inventory changes on a daily basis. We suggest that you come in at least once a week and see if the type of animal you are interested in is here.

Do you have any Labs, Cockers, Poodles, etc.?
Our inventory changes hourly with animals coming in and going out. It is impossible to keep an accurate list. Your best bet is to come in and take a look around to see if the type of animal you are interested in is here.

Is it illegal to own certain types of dogs or wolf-hybrids in the city?
At this time there are no restrictions as to what types of domestic animals that a person can own in Colorado Springs.

How much is it to adopt an animal?
Most cat adoption fees are $68.00 and most dogs are $88.00. Puppies and kittens have higher fees. This fee includes certificates that go toward the spay/neutering, rabies and distemper vaccinations, and for dogs, the license.

Is there a set time that animals are allowed to bark?
Per the City/County ordinance an animal is not allowed to bark and disturb the peace and quite of the neighborhood at any time, day or night. Please see our section under laws for a more in-depth description of the ordinance.

Who picks up dead animals on the streets?
The City/ County road department removes dead animals from the streets. Their phone numbers are; City 719-385-5934, County 719-520-6460.