West Valley Animal Shelter

Category: Animal shelter

Address: 4522 W 3500 S, West Valley City, UT 84120, USA

Phone: +18019655800

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 11AM–6PM

Tuesday: 11AM–6PM

Wednesday: 11AM–6PM

Thursday: 11AM–6PM

Friday: 11AM–6PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

melissa richards

Oct 7, 2022

I think the animals should be cheaper to adopt no wonder why they have so many you do not need to be rich to give ur pet the best.... They do how ever take in lost cats so I'll give them 3 stars

ashley Headley

Oct 4, 2022

They are a HUGE source of information! One of our dogs was involved in a biting incident. The investigating officer was a huge help and the personally at the desk had more information than we knew we needed. 😅

Chase Mist

Sep 26, 2022

They appear to really care about their animals and know them well

Lluvia Rocio Galaviz Puente de Dillard

Sep 22, 2022

We adopted our furry baby "Bailey" two days ago. His name at the shelter was Machop... He is the most sweet and loving dog 🐕 I have met ❤️ in my life. We are really happy to have him as the new member of our family.

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Questions & Answers

I need to know how do u change for dog shots my dog is 4 mos plz ....

A Google User | Oct 17, 2019
Calvin Jones | Oct 17, 2019

The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month the clinic at WVC Animal Shelter is open. Shots are cheap compared to Vet charges. If you need to do them on Saturday, try the clinic at the SL Humane Society. Hope that helps. Shots are 30 to 40 bucks each.

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How much for nuturing female cats

Cindy Pratt | Oct 17, 2019
Alan Gibson | Oct 17, 2019

Find another place to get the 🐈 nutured, they don't do them as far as I can tell.

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Does your place have space for a cat? I'm allergic and dont want to keep him

Tracey Lippman | Oct 16, 2020
Joshua Spork | Oct 16, 2020

call them and ask, but I'm pretty sure they are near capacity.

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Why does West Valley City animal shelter still use the gas chamber to kill animals . How's it possible that Layne Morris, the director, could even insinuate this is a humane way to kill.

Walters Realty | Oct 17, 2019
stormi chavez | Oct 17, 2019

I don't know! If I could rescue them all I would!!! I rescued one from there, if you are able please rescue one! Please please. Let's not let any more fur kids be killed.

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This Saturday for my birthday I would love to visit and find pitbull puppy! I would love to know if you guys have one or two to look at and buy, if so how much would they be?

bumblebee flower | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Our front office is where you do adoptions is only open on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 10:00am to 6:00pm. We are open Mon-Fri 9:30am to 6:00pm.

Could I get a pitbull here if so how much is for one

Zen The Death King | Oct 17, 2018
Myndflame | Oct 17, 2018

Yes, we paid 50 for our dog

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Can you have a Pygmy goat in West valley?

Jeff Doom | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Yes, if you live in a agricultural zone. They do not qualify as a household pet.

Does anyone know where I can get my dogs license information they lost it. And I need it because I have neighbors harassing me and animal control says if I don't have the information they are going to cite me

sarah Welch | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Go to where you originally licensed your dogs, they should have a copy they can give you and can give you another tag as well. If it was at West Valley Animal Shelter that is what we can do, our address is 4522 West 3500 South. If all you need is a replacement tag it is only $1.

Do they ever answer the phone I've called countless times and can't through to anyone. How hard is it to pick up the phone!

sarah Welch | Oct 17, 2018
Jake Kiesel | Oct 17, 2018

The place is a bit understaffed so it wouldn't surprise me if they were just too busy.

Can someone volunteer at the animal shelter? I love animals and I really want to volunteer at the animal shelter so I can help an animal in need. If you do allow people to volunteer, can I volunteer?

Lil_Sugi | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

We have many volunteers and love our volunteers and all they do for the animals. You can apply to volunteer, we do have some restrictions. We have a volunteer coordinator you can ask to speak to about it.

I lost my dag and was wondering if you guys have it or how I go about finding him

Jeff Adams | May 19, 2022
Emily Marble | May 19, 2022

Check 24petconnect.com. That's where all the animals found by or taken to the shelter are posted. I've found my dog that way twice. You can also fill out a lost animal form so they can keep an eye out and notify you of possible matches. Good luck!

Who do I contact to remove a baby raccoons out of the fireplace

Brent Nicholes | Apr 19, 2022
Sarah Scott | Apr 19, 2022

I would contact animal control. They should be able to assist or point you in the right direction

Who do I need to contact about a deceased animal on the road? Whether it be a domesticated or wild animal?

Dawn Smith | Oct 16, 2021
Carrie Glavin | Oct 16, 2021

I have contacting them before on domestic animals. Usually contact non emergency dispatch on wild ones.

Was wondering why I was Regected to save a dog ? And was rejected because I live in Another city? Sad people... . Just looking for another family member....

Connie Baker | Oct 16, 2021
Larry Nielsen | Oct 16, 2021

I'm not sure why they would do that, it doesn't make much sense. Did they give any kind of reason why?

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Do you sell ferrets and how much are they.

Salvador Chavez | Oct 16, 2021
Richard Wade | Oct 16, 2021

Check the website for a list of Animals up for adoption.

my moms cat is too aggressive we need to put it cat down. How do we do this?

Shawny Gough | Oct 16, 2021
Saira Velandia | Oct 16, 2021

Don't put him down. Get help for your cat.

Where can I rehome a food agressive pit mix .she is 2 years old but not can not stand other dog we had.i need find her a home asap

Debbie Moles | Oct 16, 2020
K “Kbear” Bryant | Oct 16, 2020

If the shelter won't take her, you can try humane society of Utah. Or best friends animal society.

How much are the shots and regular check ups for dogs?

Mirna - | Oct 16, 2020
Kendra Estes | Oct 16, 2020

They do not offer those services. They do not have a vet on staff

Where’s the page that shows what doggies you have for adoption?

Jewel Berg | Oct 16, 2020
Kendra Estes | Oct 16, 2020

Petharbor.com There is a section that says 'available'

I would like to addopt a cat that I saw on lost pets , how many days do I have to wait so it can be for addoption

nanciie calderon | Oct 16, 2020
Tracie Winslow | Oct 16, 2020

I believe it's either ten days or two weeks.

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How do I adopt a puppy

Aurora Acevedo | Oct 17, 2019
P. Williams | Oct 17, 2019

Just go in, you'll fill out some paperwork and pay an adoption fee. Best Friends Animal Society also has dogs and the ASPCA.

I'm catching wild kittens in taylorsville neighborhood where do I take them

Rudy Chavira | Oct 17, 2019
Manuel Herrera | Oct 17, 2019

Yes they do cover Taylorsville and West Valley

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How much is it it board a dog per night?

Sunshine Warren | Oct 17, 2019
Natalie Hansen | Oct 17, 2019

They do not board there. How big of a dog? I board small dogs at my house for $12.00 a night

Do you guys do housing I really want to do it but don't know if you guys do that

Julian Estrada | Oct 17, 2019
Calvin Jones | Oct 17, 2019

Look for a kennel not attached to a vet or hospital. They will be cheaper, especially for long term boarding. Try some doggie day cares. They often do boarding too.

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Do you fix stray cat from Magna? How much does it cost? Do you return the cat to its home after?

Shelby F | Oct 17, 2019
Natalie Welch | Oct 17, 2019

If you Google vouchers for low income family's for spay and neuter there is a place that will pay if you can't afford it. Ive done it 2timea Shelby F

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What is the minimum age to work here?

Justin Galvez | Oct 17, 2019
P. Williams | Oct 17, 2019

Yeah I dont know. I would presume being government probably 18. You can call to be sure

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How much does it cost to get ferrets their shots here?

Genesis Christensen | Oct 17, 2019
Mary Helen Gleason | Oct 17, 2019

No they don't do shots and all of that and they do have cats and dogs and also why I was there was to get a license for my dog

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How much to pick up my lost pet

Sabryna Royer | Oct 17, 2019
Calvin Jones | Oct 17, 2019

Depends on if your pet's licensed. Has had a rabies shot. And where he was found. You buy a license, and pay so much per day.

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How much should I plan on paying for my large dog staying for weekend

Frank Kitt | Oct 17, 2019
Tonya Brothwell | Oct 17, 2019

Depends if the dog has shots, is the dog licensed, is the dog fixed was the dog running at large or just picked up. Prices varie based on the answers to those questions

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How can I get someone to come out and help get feral cats. They look sick and we have a cat colony at work

Miranda Rizzo | Oct 17, 2019
David Moss | Oct 17, 2019

Here is a link to information on community cats. The contact number for our community cat coordinator is at the bottom: http://www.wvc-ut.gov/1564/Community-FeralStray-Cat-Program

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We got a dog there n it was $100, but that was 3 years ago n we couldn't be Happier with our Shi Ztu Poodle I think mix, Worth every penny, wouldn't sale him for a Million, good luck

Les Gone Shootin' | Oct 17, 2019
David Moss | Oct 17, 2019

Thank you for the information. We still have good deals on dogs.

Can I drop off a stray cat and it won't cost me anything?

Sarah Yourston | Oct 17, 2019
Shelley Jenkins | Oct 17, 2019

Yes

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How much does it cost to surrender a dog

Doug Lind | Oct 17, 2019
Laurie Epperson | Oct 17, 2019

West Valley animal shelter does not take owner surrenders. The humane society takes on owner surrenders I think that it $65/$75 per dog. Your need to go on line and make an appointment to surrender. you can call other rescue in west valley. See if they can take your dog.

How much does it cost to bail a dog out

Stacy Workman | Oct 17, 2019
Laurie Epperson | Oct 17, 2019

It depends on how long the dog is in the shelter. Fees for each day. You will be charged a stray fee and if you have not licensed it or have the rabies vaccine. More charges. And each day a new fee.

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How much does it cost to sterilize a dog and vaccines for two dogs.

eva Rodriguez | Oct 17, 2019
Laurie Epperson | Oct 17, 2019

West Valley animal shelter does not do spay and neuter for the public and it depends on the weight of the dog as to what the cost is. Your cheapest place is going to be Salt Lake spay and neuter . If the dog is under 30 pounds it should be about $75 if it's an older dog the price can go up because of the added precautions anything over 3 they do blood work and IV fluids.

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Is there pugs in this shelter ?

starry baki | Oct 17, 2018
Laurie Epperson | Oct 17, 2018

Go to petharbor.com and search West Valley They get new dogs and all time

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Are you open on Columbus Day?!? My puppy is in there !!

D chacon | Oct 17, 2018
Margaret Sather | Oct 17, 2018

Really don't know call them Monday!!!☺

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Can i bring my children to come and see the animals?

Mimz Bender | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

We love to have people come in to see the animals we have here. We don't, however, allow people to play with the animals unless they are adopting them. But please come and see them.

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Hi do U have a chihuahua that's black and brow female and is 2years old her name is rosey

Alexis Blackmountain | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

We have all sorts of different animals. You just need to come down, or go to Petharbor.com, to see what is available.

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How should i report for a missing dog?Can anyone help me pls?

ONE LOVE ONE HEART | Oct 17, 2018
Laurie Epperson | Oct 17, 2018

Go to each shelter and take in flyers of your missing dog Keep checking back each day. Post on pawboost.com And other missing sites.

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Can people volunteer?

Liliana Carrillo | Oct 17, 2018
midnight84118 | Oct 17, 2018

16 +

Do you guys carry hamsters?

Ann Thi Doan | Oct 17, 2018
Chantel Roberts | Oct 17, 2018

If you go to their website it will show what animals they have for adoption. It looks like right now they have cats, dogs, a parakeet, a goat, and 2 sheep.

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Are you a no kill shelter

Linda | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Yes, we are a no kill shelter.

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Do you have any husky please ?

Tumema Dunham | Oct 17, 2018
Myndflame | Oct 17, 2018

They have a Pitbull terrier Siberian husky mix right now

Will the Vet be in next week on Tuesday July 24th for vaccinations or will you be closed for the holiday? If you are closed, will the vet be in another day this month?

Ruth Greensides | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

No, we are closed on major holidays. This is on our website and also on our google page where our hours are listed. We will have the vet here on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays the following month.

I have a neighbor who has two aggressive pitbulls. They run freely through the neighborhood. Niether one have tags. What can I do about this? I shouldn't have to fear being attacked when I go for my morning walk.

Richard Horrocks | Oct 17, 2018
Austin Decker | Oct 17, 2018

Bear pepper spray will get them to leave you alone. If you see them you can call the animal control and they will come get them as well.

Can I take a kitten I found here. She seems to have some sort of gooey eyes and snot from nose. I don’t know if you would take care of her

Everything Motivation | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Depends on where you found the kitten. If you found it in West Valley City or Taylorsville then we are the right place. If in another city you turn it in to the shelter that serves that jurisdiction. It is actually against the law to harbor a stray animal so thank you for wanting to bring it in. We will take good care of it, we have a vet on staff that can look at it.

do I come at anytime during opening hours so i can talk with the volunteer coordinator or do I have to come on certain time and day?

Lil_Sugi | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

She is not here all the time but someone can get you an application during the times we are open.

I have a puppy gsd needs 3rd vaccine can i take in today 5/4/18 ?

Gerardo Garcia | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

We only do vaccines when the vet is here on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.

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Do you do vaccines and licensing for dogs and cats

Jackie Robbins | Oct 17, 2018
David Moss | Oct 17, 2018

Yes, we vaccinate all the animals that come into the shelter to help prevent the spread disease. Only a veterinarian can do the rabies vaccine so we hire a vet to come in on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month to provide this service to the community so they just cover the cost of the vaccine and do not have to pay for a veterinarian office visit. The law in West Valley City is that you need to license your pet, so we do provide licensing as well as enforcing the licensing when it isn't done.

Do you have kittens?

Karen Hartman | Oct 17, 2018
Karl Jennings (KarlBear) | Oct 17, 2018

They have cats of different ages, depending on availability. You need to call or visit to see what is available at any given time.

Do they have chihuahuas for adoption?

jeff Alvarez | Oct 17, 2018
Karl Jennings (KarlBear) | Oct 17, 2018

Specific breeds depends on what has arrived at the shelter on any given day, but when I've been there, there is usually a wide variety.

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Does this location offer puppy series shots and micro chipping? I can't seem to get anyone to answer phones. I see they do it, but days times hours for it? Walk in? Appt only?

brittney peters | Oct 17, 2018
Lori Brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

I don't believe it's a walk-in situation. Some things have to be done certain days of the week, or when the vet is there.

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Did you guys found a brown dog with brown eye

Maritza Moreira | Oct 17, 2018
Karl Jennings (KarlBear) | Oct 17, 2018

You might want to call them directly. This is generally for questions about the business, not about specific animals. It's answered by community members, not employees.

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Is there a way to pick up your dog after hours or on the weekend

jay bird | Oct 17, 2018
cailean brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

I don't think you can do it after hours, but they're open every 2nd & 4th Saturday from 10am-2pm.

Will they get rid of mice

mathew putnam | Oct 17, 2018
cailean brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

Call an exterminator.

Do u have geese to adopt

Carrie Jensen | Oct 17, 2018
Lori Brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

They occasionally get exotic pets, a goose would be considered wild or at best livestock and unlikely to be there. Maybe IFA, they have ducklings every spring.

Ok so We have a group of teens and chaperones who would love to volunteer at the animal shelter and do some service in Tuesday October 3'rd at 5:00 pm. I would like to know what the possible cost. Thank you!

Sep D | Oct 17, 2017
cailean brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

You need to apply to volunteer then they have a volunteer orientation class you have to take. I'm not sure they'd invest the time to train you if you're only volunteering for a single day, but you'd need to call & speak to them directly to see for sure.

I am 13 can I volunteer at your aninal shelter?

Izzy | Oct 17, 2017
cailean brewerton | Oct 17, 2018

They used to require that volunteers be at least 16 or have a parent with you the entire time you're working a volunteer shift, but you should ask them directly for the current & correct information.

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