Maricopa County Animal Care & Control's primary mission is to serve the people and pets of Maricopa by fostering a safe community and reducing the homeless pet population. We offer the following services by appointment only:

  • Stray Dog Turn In (West & East)
  • Owner Surrender (West)
  • Tails Around Town (West & East)
  • Adoption Returns (West & East)
  • Foster Pick Up/Returns (West & East)
  • Paw for Prevention (West)

Please note: a separate appointment is required for each individual animal. Appointments are available for Maricopa County residents only.

Appointment

East Valley - Stray Dog Turn-in with EAST - Stray Dog Turn-in

Our shelter uses a managed intake process to ensure we have appropriate space for the animals arriving daily. If you need to turn in a stray animal, please secure your appointment time below. Sick/Injured Strays: Arizona Humane Society ...