Bakersfield Animal Control

Category: Animal control service

Address: 201 S Mt Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307, USA

Phone: +16613263436

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10AM–4PM

Wednesday: 10AM–4PM

Thursday: 10AM–4PM

Friday: 10AM–4PM

Saturday: 10AM–4PM

Reviews

Berta Berta

Aug 25, 2022

I found a dog, stray, picked him up and brought him home. Called the shelter, the next day (2 weeks ago), made an appt to bring, him, in. I was going to drop him off but then they make you feel bad, for leaving him, so I'm a soft heart, I kept him. 1st they gave him shots and a tick treatment. The Woman who gave him shots was rude, when she did talk it was under her breath. I brought him home and my Dog (at home), caught a allergic reaction. I took him back to the shelter and over night I thought it over and went back to puck him up. The Big White Woman who works the front desk, when i mentioned the dog, she, already knew all my business. Very rude. When they brought the dog in, he peed, she went over and started pulling on his private, with her bare hands. Never washed her hands or used sanitizer. She touched everything including the papers, I signed. I am still having issues with my dog(already had). Once I brought the stray home my Dog got sick, again. I want to take, the stray back, but not sure if they will accept him or make me pay. The other receptionist, at the front desk was eating a open bag of chips and touching everything the other, dirty Woman touched. Very un happy people.

Syd ney

Jul 12, 2022

I've never been so shocked at someone's customer service to the point where I had to write a review. Stood at the front counter for two or three minutes while the lady sat there on her cell phone, earbuds in. She was incredibly rude when I asked if I would be able to meet one of the animals and talked down to me like I was a child. I came back inside to ask another question and the lady on her cell phone sent me off to the other woman who was busy on the phone, so I had to wait for her to finish her call while the other girl pretended to work. Nobody would even look me in the eye when they were talking to me. I have worked in customer service my whole life and I can sympathize with the frustration that comes from a job such as theirs, but if you're not happy where you're at, work somewhere else! Maybe they would have a much higher adoption rate if they didn't make the people who come inside feel like they're such a burden. What a terrible business. Used to volunteer here before the pandemic and it's disgusting to see what this place has become.

Judy Hart

Jun 9, 2022

Really nice and genuinely caring staff members; they went out of their way to help us and even sent us home with goodies for the pup we adopted.

Kevin

Aug 24, 2021

I have no one except my babies. Every one is gone now . I love them more than anything. An accident happened an I had to seek help , no money since covid, rent an everything up so high I'm almost homeless. I did what I had to to seek help for pepper "pepper pots". Ellie may is her foster mom . This ASPCA on mount Vernon stole my baby , I believe in an eye for an eye , they stole my baby and think they got away with it.

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Questions & Answers

Two cats were dropped in my backyard one male fixed one female not fixed male seems very friendly female seems a little scared but they seem to be bonded to each other and I can't keep them what can I do?

Jamie Berger | Sep 8, 2018
Andra Gardner | Oct 12, 2021

What color are the cats im missing a cream color orange tabby neutered with a kinked tale at the end another neighbor missing her cat a female calico

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Are kittens free? If so which kittens?

Abbi Juarez | Sep 8, 2018
Tom Webster | Sep 8, 2018

Regular adoption fee is $35 and includes a carrier. Contact them or follow them on Facebook for adoption specials.

How much do i have to pay for a puppy?

Julio Hernandez | Sep 8, 2018
sarah knott | Sep 8, 2018

50 bucks , and its micro chipped had all its shots & most of the time its spayed or neutered. .

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My niece dog had puppies. She has had no luck placing them. They are unemployed. How much does it cost to take them to pound?

Jill Floyd | Sep 8, 2018
Laura LEMKE | Sep 8, 2018

Jill, I don't know, listen please tell her MARLEYS MUTTS RESCUE IS DOING LOW COST SPAY OR NEUTER. Please tell her to get her dogs fixed. Do you know last year there were 14 million dogs that had to die because people take animals to shelters and because people do not get their dogs spayed or neutered? These poor innocent dogs have little to no chance of getting out of shelters. It is extremely irresponsible to not get your animals fixed. MARLEYS IS DOING IT FOR ABOUT 20.00 I believe. As for a job tell her to apply at markets or places like Wal-Mart they are always hiring. My heart prayed for these puppies.

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I found 4 abandoned puppies near my home but I can't take them in since I'm not allowed to and I'm a minor with strict parents but are you guys able to placing them in the shelter or? Do I have to pay? Anything like that?

bella | Aug 8, 2022
Jennifer Atkinson | Aug 8, 2022

They have a drop off. Maybe some adult can do it for you.

I just adopted a white male husky yesterday about 3 years old an he came up missing out of my yard in the evening after we got home with him so someone let him out or took him from my yard bcuz he couldn’t get out himself idk what to do

Amanda Lopez | Dec 11, 2021
Sonia Martinez | Jan 10, 2022

I would post signs near your neighborhood and offer a small reward for his return...no questions asked. Also check the dog shelter or call the ASPCA.Good luck!!

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My dog is chocking on something and is having a hard hard time breathi g is there anywhere i can take her to save her when i wo t get paid til the 1st of feb i have already applied for care credit and scratchpay and was denied..shes hurting bad

d l | Sep 7, 2020
Ann Nelson | Sep 7, 2020

Maybe turn to Facebook and ask for info and/or donations to help? Dr. Reno in NE Bakersfield (Mtvernon Veterinary) is pretty affordable...maybe you can find out if any vets take payments? Emergency Vets are going to cost a fortune and they will suggest putting the animal down...I don't trust ANY of them in Bakersfield...MY OPINION?! I wish you the best and I'm so sorry your fur baby is hurting!

How much does it cost i if adopt a dog

Marisela Ramos | Sep 7, 2020
Jacqueline Espino | Sep 7, 2020

Aroun $60-$90 I think I really don't know

Do u have to pay to get a pup??

Elyn Garcia | Sep 7, 2020
Manuel Garcia | Sep 7, 2020

Yes but it's 25.00 I might be mistaken. And they let you take the pup home first to see if it will adjust. Then you can come back to decide. How awesome is that.

What do I need to bring in order to adopt a cat?

Erin Tiffany Shanahan | Sep 8, 2019
Lorenzo Maldonado | Sep 8, 2019

Drivers License or ID and money

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I have a male dog i want to get fix can you help me find a place thank you

Suzanne Nunez | Sep 8, 2019
julia hinojosa | Sep 8, 2019

They have fliers of when they do those procidures and low cost clinic too

If I have an emotional support animal, can I take her with me in the store?

Jewel M | Sep 8, 2019
CARLA KEATON | Sep 8, 2019

As long as you have service papers saying it's a service dog. But their are stores that allow dogs in their stores

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How much will I get charged to take a dog in for them to keep

Alberto Perez | Sep 8, 2018
Boomer Boomer | Sep 8, 2018

I believe it's still $100 to surrender an animal that you do not want. But if it is a stray I don't believe there's any charge.

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Our neighbor has a dog that has bitten several people, including myself as well as my son. What can we do?

Carla Sisney | Jul 9, 2022
Lorenzo Maldonado | Jul 9, 2022

Call animal control ASAP. They will come assess the situation and take proper steps to make sure everyone is safe. It costs you nothing to make a call.

Well I’m 14 I found these three cats and I’m not sure what to do with them anyone knows a person or a safe place for them ? I’m worried about these cats. (1 girl and 2 boy

KOOKIE 2068 | Jun 9, 2022
bella | Aug 8, 2022

I'm literally in the same place rn only with 4 puppies, but yea I'm wondering the same

I have a Doberman a chihua and a nice looking bulldog I can't have them in my house the landlord doesn't want them here I don't know how to re homing Animal control are not taking any surrenders

Sandra Jacobo | May 10, 2022
Mary Reece | May 10, 2022

Post on Facebook animal groups.

There are so many stray cats in my yard, and there's this neighbor who keeps feeding them, so they keep mating and multiplying. Now the yard stinks and there are so many of them. Can they catch these cats?

Khelie O | Apr 10, 2022
Susan Richardson | Apr 10, 2022

No, they will not pick up. You will need to find someone to trap and get them fixed. You could try a cat rescue to see if they can help.

Do we need an appointment to go there and adopt a dog?

Benjamin H Mendez Sr | Jan 10, 2022
Raven Decuir | Jan 10, 2022

Nope

Why are the Mustangs at High Sierra Wild Horse Sanctuary being ignored? They are starving, left in the heat with no shelter and are horribly neglected. They need help now.

Penny Hoop. Coey | Sep 7, 2021
Patrick Champion | Sep 7, 2021

Bakersfield Animal Control serves the City of Bakersfield. HSWHS is not located in Bakersfield. You should contact the county for assistance.

I would like to adopt a kitten but besides it’s spay/neuter/microchip, what is included? Does it come with food and litter to start? Does anyone know the pricing?

Elio Mancera | Sep 7, 2021
Marice Hicks | Sep 7, 2021

They had places that help on food check with Animal Control

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How much are adoptions. I really like the little furry whiite one. How lonng has it been there?

Stacie Mcquay | Sep 7, 2021
Sick Gaming | Sep 7, 2021

Free till the 17th😻😻

Do you guy have any kangel shepherd puppies

Angel Alvizar | Sep 7, 2021
Jennifer Billings | Sep 7, 2021

They have over 200 dogs. You have to go and look

Is the male gray and white

Robin Brown | Sep 7, 2021
Malaya Ramsey | Sep 7, 2021

No it was all white with a brown patch over his eye. He was reunited with the owner.

How or where can I go to surrendered my dogs

Sandra Jacobo | Sep 7, 2021
Lori Bartley | Sep 7, 2021

Mount Vernon animal shelter Animal intake

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When you get a cat do they come neutered?

Juicy J | Sep 7, 2020
Jacob Wells | Sep 7, 2020

If they're not already spayed or neutered, Animal Control will not allow the pet to be adopted out before they perform the surgery. I went in to adopt a kitten and he wasn't yet neutered. He's getting surgery today and will be able to be picked up this Tuesday, 7-21-2020

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Can I take pets I can't take care of?

daniel arreola | Sep 7, 2020
Tony Wandler | Sep 7, 2020

Yes u can.

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How old do you have to be to volunteer?

America | Sep 7, 2020
Sean Flaherty | Sep 7, 2020

Call the shelter and ask them.

Are they still giving discount coupons for spay n neutering

michael Johnson sr | Sep 7, 2020
Sam Juarez | Sep 7, 2020

832-7387. Ex 201

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How much for adopt a dog

gaming with lorenzo | Sep 7, 2020
daintymiss1957 1957 | Sep 7, 2020

I'm sorry I don't know

Does anyone know if I can just walk in and pay for my dogs license and rabies shots?

NORIEGA | Sep 7, 2020
Marcel Monji | Sep 7, 2020

Yes you can as long as you had the shot can't you get your license without the shot

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How much does it cost to neuter a Male cat?

Linda Lopez | Sep 7, 2020
Shana Doverspike | Sep 7, 2020

At critters without litters it's $40. But if you bring it in a trap you can get it done for free if you are county.

There's a lot of dogs that keep leaving their yard and they attack Who can I call ?

Sandra Esquibel | Sep 7, 2020
Vicki Drum | Sep 7, 2020

Spca they are not feeding there dogs they look do starved they look bad someone needs to go out and fine them all the others looks nice well feed at mt veron

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Are the dogs potty trained ?

Marisela Ramos | Sep 7, 2020
George Azzi | Sep 7, 2020

It would probably vary on the dog. Even if not, potty training is easily trained by the future owner

My puppy (12weeks) is vomiting or pooping blood with worms, how much is it to treat ?

Quinn Russell (Quinn) | Sep 7, 2020
Ana Rocha | Sep 7, 2020

All puppies are born with worms you need to take it to the Bet.

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How much do they charge for the rabies vaccine?????

Faviola Quintino | Sep 7, 2020
Ann Margaret | Sep 7, 2020

I believe they only do the shots on Fridays . You must call them for the time. But only on fridays. But Critters without Litters are great too. But if your set on the Dog Pound, its only on Fridays and you must call them for the time. Good luck and don't forget to Spay and neuter your animals please.

My mother in law lives wih us she has 8 dogs and a stray has com in our yard she wants to keep i tell her no she doesn't listen me and my husban also ave 3 small chi what can i doto stop her from having more dos help pls

Virginia Jimenez | Sep 8, 2019
erik ch | Sep 8, 2019

You can let her know that 3 dogs per person is the legal limit in Bakersfield Metro/Kern County and if they find out she has more they can obligate her to apply for a license and be fined alot for every dog in her possession. If that helps

I found a kitten in the street you give shelter?

Katiayari Rivera | Sep 8, 2019
Manuel Garcia | Sep 8, 2019

Yes call them they should take it.

Do all the dogs cost the same?

stoopi_dd | Sep 8, 2019
Jose Lopez | Sep 8, 2019

And they all come spayed or neutered with a microchip, up to date on all their shots and a rabies license

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Do they have vouchers for cats?

Cecilia Tejeda | Sep 8, 2019
erik ch | Sep 8, 2019

I'm not sure. I adopted dogs and they were both already vaccinated and fixed

Can I get my lost Dogs out for free or no

Hyhy yrbryv6nh | Sep 8, 2019
Raven Stormcloud | Sep 8, 2019

No, and they will make sure they are fixed before releasing them

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Does this place offer low cost heartworm testing? I have been trying to find a place that can since Critters Without Litters no longer gives heartworm tests.

Justine Soto | Sep 8, 2019
ana cortez | Sep 8, 2019

PetSmart has heartworm testing you have to have a 12 month plan with them. So you can buy online with heartworm for your Critters.

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Good morning my dogs can attend me Dogs are sick and well I do not have a lot of money to pay for a vet you can help me my puppy is sick since Saturday and my dog ​​started today avomitar and elnperro from the sábad

Tiffani Rodriguez Cervantes | Sep 8, 2019
Crystal Lopez | Sep 8, 2019

Call directly to the place the time is cross because it can be parvo and the parvo is dangerous

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How much is it to get my dog it’s shots and license

Robot Unicornlepercon | Sep 8, 2019
Colleen Maddy | Sep 8, 2019

I'm not sure of price with city. But Critters Without Litters charges 12.00 per shot rabies and same for the 3 in 1 Parvo. You can go to the city animal centers web page and search low cost vaccines and dates clinic will be held. Today's was cancelled.

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Are their any kittens for foster yet?

Ilene Catalan | Sep 8, 2019
Darlene Messick | Sep 8, 2019

I have a kitten i cant foster

Do they do free vaccines for pups ? If so when would be the best days to take them both in

Cintia Garcia | Sep 8, 2019
Lisa Jones | Sep 8, 2019

Not free, but discounted. Every Friday am. Its listed on there website under Clinics.

I need help with 1year old people bull I believe she needs csection been in labor since yesterday I can't afford a vet please help where do I take her

Jesus Lerma | Sep 8, 2019
CARLA KEATON | Sep 8, 2019

Take her to the shelter any of them that way she can get some help.

Are they back open yet ?

marissa lyman | Sep 8, 2019
Julie Johnson | Sep 8, 2019

10-4 Tues-Saturday

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Does anyone know how much it is to adopt a dog?

sarah knott | Sep 8, 2019
Charles c | Sep 8, 2019

I would call there always running specials

Do you charge to take a dog out

Deisy Agulera | Sep 8, 2019
Charles c | Sep 8, 2019

First of all this isn't the establishment its the Google community but if your referring to adopting yes they do charge if your referring to fostering than no they don't

Are you open today

ESC Kaydoe | Sep 8, 2019
Cynthia Wilson | Sep 8, 2019

No government agency is open today. No today this place is not open.

How much would it cost to surrender your adult cat.

Esperanza Contreras | Sep 8, 2019
Teresa Vasquez | Sep 8, 2019

A primary call is standard to see if there is room and to see if your pet is a candidate to be re-homed. Lastly there is a $100.00 fee to help with the cost. Having a pet is like an additional family member. It should be life long , for better or worse. Please help cut down on unwanted pets by early spaying and neutering . It is very easy to research and find many programs to help with cost involved in these procedures. Reach out and take control to help others solve horrible abandoned unwanted animals roaming and starving in the streets that did nothing to create the problems they are forced to live in. Pass the word also about TNR , which stands for trap, nueter and release that actually helps cut down on cat spraying, fighting and multiplying. After strays are fixed they must he released to their original territory and sooner or later if each stray is caught , fixed and returned back .... cat over- population is accomplished. Pass the word have a nice day!

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Do any animal shelters in Bakersfield take in pit bulls?

Becci Maitz | Sep 8, 2019
Alejandro Esparza | Sep 8, 2019

Yes

How much does it cost to get a dog from the dog pound???

Angelica Haro | Sep 8, 2019
Colleen Maddy | Sep 8, 2019

Occasionally They have clear the shelter events where it is free or 25 for a dog. You can go to their website or call to see when the next event is. Most dogs come spayed or neutered, first set of shots and microchipped. You must pay for license.

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To adopt a dog is there a fee or what do I have to do to be approved to adopt

Trunks DF | Sep 8, 2019
Nancy Rosengren | Sep 8, 2019

There is a fee, however, they have been holding special events with reduced fees. They are continuing to hold weekly free vaccination clinics. They will have you fill out an application, outlining what it takes to care for a pet.

Is this place still doing the parvo shots for free?

Sandra Jacobo | Sep 8, 2019
Colleen Maddy | Sep 8, 2019

Oct 21 at Heritage Park on Mt Vernon/Bernard they will be doing a Distemper/Parvo clinic that is free.It is from 2- 4pm.

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Someone dropped off a germen shapard in my aunts yard over the weekend . she. Asked me to take her to the pound. Any cost to bring her in?

Alex De la cruz | Sep 8, 2019
Charles c | Sep 8, 2019

20 surrender fee sounds like they were to cgeap to wanna pay it.

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Do u guys also help get pedigree papers for pure breeds

Josue Cortez | Sep 8, 2019
Lilly Wills | Sep 8, 2019

No

Do I need to bring my dog to the shelter with me to register him?

Picturly Petite | Sep 8, 2018
Charles c | Sep 8, 2018

No as long as you have shot records

How much does it cost to perform an autopsy in a rottweiler?

claudia Campos | Sep 8, 2018
Colleen Maddy | Sep 8, 2018

I believe you would have to go to your private vet to request that. The animal shelter doesn't do that kind of stuff.

Do they give shots here? When if so and how much

B Andrade | Sep 8, 2018
Charles c | Sep 8, 2018

Yes they do not sure on prices you need to call for low cost clinic days

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How much does it cost to have a spayed and tags and all of the shot's that the dog up to date? Thank you so very much! Edna V. Willey

Edna V Willey | Sep 8, 2018
Justine Wheeler | Sep 8, 2018

It is 15 dollars for tags if your dog is fixed. If you live in City limits go to the city Shelter if you live in county go to county. Make an appointment with citters without litters to grt dog spayed or Nuetered and the shelter will go you a voulcher lowering the price a bunch.

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can you send me a number for I can contact some one to ask questions over the phone

Ismael Reyes | Sep 8, 2018
Charles c | Sep 8, 2018

This is the Google community they rarely answer the phone your best bet is to go their directly.

what if I want a puppie without it being fixed can I pay them not to fix it

Ismael Reyes | Sep 8, 2018
Charles c | Sep 8, 2018

They require it and chipping

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can I get a puppie there that's full blooded without out the dog being fixed

Ismael Reyes | Sep 8, 2018
Nancy Rosengren | Sep 8, 2018

The shelter has quite a few full bred puppies/dogs. But the City, County, SPCA shelters and most rescues require the pups to be spayed/neutered before being adopted.

How much do they charge to leave a baby kitty ? I can't keep her....

Dhamar Quinones | Sep 8, 2018
C Oliwek | Sep 8, 2018

Typically there is a surrender fee depending on the age of the kitty call the kern county animal services 661 868-7100

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Hi I have 4 cats in the garage that I have been caring for. Two have been fixed the other two have not. The two that have not been fixed are feral cats. We will be moving and I don't want to leave them without food when we leave. what are my options?

Sadiecat | Sep 8, 2018
Lola M Juarez | Sep 8, 2018

Any rescue should take them, but try Critters without Litters.

Do you catch cats?

Sadiecat | Sep 8, 2018
Justine Wheeler | Sep 8, 2018

Yes we do. We just started a new program with the best friends Corporation and we will be doing a 3-year project in Kern County catching cats neutering them and returning them to their colony. You can call and get all the information you need

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Do they do adoptions today

God Good | Sep 8, 2018
Lola M Juarez | Sep 8, 2018

Yes.

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Do they have baby puppys

rosa fuentes | Sep 8, 2018
Christian M. Abary | Sep 8, 2018

Yes, they do.

A dog was found tonight and it maybe mine. How do I find out if it is mine and where?

darlene doughty | Sep 8, 2018
JOSE AZTIC KING CASTRO | Sep 8, 2018

Go to the animal shelter on Mt. Vernon it's the easiest way to find out if it's your pet

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Is there a fee when picking up a lost dog ?

Kevin Martinez | Sep 8, 2018
Justine Wheeler | Sep 8, 2018

Yes there is and every dog is different, the longer you wait the more expensive it gets too

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Do you happen to offer rabies shots? And if so can you tell me how much money you offer them for?

bianka plzz | Sep 8, 2018
Lola Juarez | Sep 8, 2018

Clinic is every Friday from 10 to 12.

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how much do you charge to bring in a five year old cat we can't keep her anymore, how much is the fee.

Morgan Smith | Sep 8, 2018
JOSE AZTIC KING CASTRO | Sep 8, 2018

I think its still $20

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I have 2 dogs that have been aroung my house for more than a week already they do a mess in my house if i go turn them in would i have to pay?

Lupe Reyes | Sep 8, 2018
Justine Wheeler | Sep 8, 2018

You do not have to pay, but you do have to be in city limits if you live in county limits you have to take them to a different shelter

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HOW CAN I CHECK ON THE STATUS OF A DOG I DROPED OFF AT THE SHELTER....I WANT To KNOW IF Owner PICKEd. IT UP....

Burlinda Judd | Sep 8, 2018
Lola Juarez | Sep 8, 2018

I'm unsure. I would go to the shelter or look online.

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What do you do if a feral cat and they are scared. Do you kill them?

Gloria Hernandez | Sep 8, 2018
K R | Sep 8, 2018

The Bakersfield animal shelter does not pick up cats. You must get your landlord to place traps for the cats. Contact the animal shelter for specific instructions.

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How much does it cost to register a dog it's six weeks ago he's a Yorkie chihuahuas mix

Oscar Munoz | Sep 8, 2018
Julia Munoz | Sep 8, 2018

A one year license for an unaltered dog is $60. An altered dog is $15 for one year. If you are planning to have your dog spayed or neutered you should do that prior to licensing to save some money.

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Do you guys give our dog's free surgery

David Gonzalez | Sep 8, 2018
Dorenda Cook | Sep 8, 2018

Its not free Low cost but I would call critters without litters

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Its a no kill shelter

Sheryl Jones | Sep 8, 2018
Kristi Snook | Sep 8, 2018

Nope but the one on Gibson is

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Is this a no kill shelter?

Jose Chavez | Sep 8, 2018
Dorenda Cook | Sep 8, 2018

You have to live in the city or the county thats how they determane which shelter the one on gibson is the SPCA their not a shelter go to the one on fruitvale but have a county address

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What days are shots given?

Samantha Ramirez | Sep 8, 2018
Dale Duley | Sep 8, 2018

We have a weekly clinic every Friday from 10 am until noon. But be advised it is check or cash only.

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