Johnson County Animal Control
"Where compassion and compliance co-exist."
Click here to see our Already Adopted "Happy Tails"!
Our Featured Pets...
Meet Duke!
Duke was pulled out of the great flood of 2008. He is such a sweetie. He was so dirty when he came in that he looked like he was a mud brown, but he just wagged his tail while we bathed him. Check out his page by clicking on the photo.
My name is Red. I am looking for a forever home!! I am sweet and beautiful. Come visit me and my friends to see if your forever friend is at our shelter.
Looking for a forever home...
Check out this cute one's page by clicking on the photo.
Looking for a cute kitty!
Check out his page by clicking on the photo.
Who We Are
We are an animal control facility as well as an animal shelter. The mission of the Department is to work in partnership with the community to address problems associated with pet overpopulation, to promote responsible pet ownership and to enhance the health and safety of the community through the adoption of pets and the enforcement of ordinances and laws regarding animal-related issues.
Come Visit Us!
Hours of operation:
Monday and Wensday 10 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 10:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Directions: From the crossroads of U.S. 31 and North Jefferson Street in Franklin, travel west to the light in front of the United Methodist Community (it will be on your right). At that light, turn left onto Drake Road. Go to the stop sign, turn right onto Hospital Road, go approximately 1/2 block and turn left into the Johnson County Law Enforcement Facility parking area. Follow the drive around to the east of the building and back to the left. You will drive right into our parking area.
Johnson County Animal Control
1061 Hospital Road
Franklin, IN 46131
Phone: 317-736-3924
Map to our shelter
Adoption and Shelter information email:
jcanimalcontrol@co.johnson.in.us
To report an animal control issue or inquire about Johnson County Ordinance please email Officer Delp at:
mdelp@co.johnson.in.us
Holiday Hours
The shelter will be CLOSED in Observance of the following 2008 Holidays:
New Years Day Tuesday, January 1st.
Martin Luther King Day Monday January 21st.
President's Day Monday Febuary 18th.
Good Friday Friday 21st.
Primary Election Day Tuesday May 6th.
Memorial Day Monday May 26th.
Independence Day Friday July 4th.
Labor Day Monday September 1st.
We will also be closed on Saturday Aug. 30th in observation of Labor Day Weekend.
Columbus Day Monday October 11th.
General Election Day Tuesday November 4th.
Veteran's Day Monday November 11th.
Thanksgiving Thursday November 27th, Friday November 28th, and Saturday November 29th.
Christmas Eve Wednesday December 24th.
Christmas Day Thursday December 25th.
New Year's Eve Wednesday December 31st.
New Year's Day Thursday January 1st 2008.
New Years Day Tuesday, January 1st.
Martin Luther King Day Monday January 21st.
Sugar-free Candy and Gum
Sugar-free candy and gum may be sweet enough for you, ASPCA News Alert
readers, but they can possibly be toxic to your animal companions.
According to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC), xylitol--a
sweetener found in certain sugar-free chewing gum, candies and other
products--can potentially cause serious, even life-threatening problems
for pets.
Based on data collected from the 40-plus related cases the center has
managed since last July, canines who have ingested significant amounts
of gum or candy solely or largely containing xylitol may develop a
sudden drop in blood sugar, resulting in depression, loss of
coordination and seizures. "These signs can develop quite rapidly, at
times less than 30 minutes after ingestion," says Dr. Eric Dunayer,
consulting veterinarian for the APCC. "Therefore, it is important that
pet owners seek veterinary treatment immediately."
The APCC advises pet owners to be especially diligent about keeping
candy, gum or other foods containing xylitol out of their animals'
reach. For more information on how to protect your pet from potentially
dangerous substances, please visit the ASPCA website at www.aspca.org/
Please Spay or Neuter Your Pet
All vets in your local city/ town can be contacted to schedule your pet's spay or neuter. You will be part of the solution by having your pet "fixed" - Call us if you have questions about why you should have your companion animal spayed or neutered. Or talk with your veterinarian. Please, make a difference and help prevent those unwanted litters...Seeking Volunteers!
Volunteers needed to aid in fundraising, grooming animals, walking dogs, and other odd jobs. Times are flexible. Call for further information or to set up times to volunteer.
Shelter Wish List
We are always in need of supplies, such as:
Cat food and dog food canned or dry (adult or puppy/ kitten)
We are in desperate need of Clay Cat Litter (please no scoopable litter)
(We need to care for their "personal" needs)
Bleach
(We need to keep the place clean and germ-free!)
Paper towels and cleaning supplies of various types
(Some of the dogs aren't housebroken when we get them and accidents happen! :)
Old towels or blankets
(Alot of these guys come in pretty dirty, so we have to clean them up! Then they need a nice warm place to lay.)
Monetary donations
(Of course, these are always welcome also!)
Adopting a friend
All animals adopted at the shelter receive vaccinations, microchip, and a spay/neuter certificate.
New owners are required to take their adopted animal to the specified veterinarian (on the spay/neuter certificate) within the given time frame to have the spay/neuter completed.
You can now have a microchip inserted under your animals' skin at the Animal Shelter!
Non-Spayed/Neutered dog adoption fees: $100.00.
Non-Spayed/Neutered cat adoption fees: $100.00
Spayed/Neutered dog adoption fees: $50.00
Spayed/Neutered cat adoption fees: $50.00
We only accept CASH or CHECK- NO CREDIT CARDS!
Interested applicants must complete the following:
Complete a one page application, there is a possible 24-hour waiting period.
Be over 18 years of age and have a valid identification card. (Valid identification cards include any picture government identifcation - Driver's Lisence or ID, military identification, or passport)
Own their own home or have written permission from their landlord to own an animal.
Meet the animal prior to adoption - We do hold an animal for 24 hours, we will not accept holds over the phone.
Be in compliance with any previous adoptions.
Microchip Information - Permanent Identification
The microchip is a permanent identification that can be used to return your pet to you. Most animal shelters and veterinary clinics have the capabilities to scan the chip implanted in your animal. This will give them your information and the animal will be returned to you. Most animals surrendered at the shelter or picked up by an officer do not have collars or tags. These animals have a lower possiblity of being reunited with their owner.
Here is some important information: Microchipping cost $25.00
No appointment is needed and there is no limit to the number of animals you can have microchipped!!
News
Alleviate the financial stress associated with your pet’s unexpected medical expenses and generate funds for our shelter at the same time! Simply apply for a ShelterCare Pet Insurance Program by using the ShelterCare banner-link.
Here’s how it works: ShelterCare Pet Insurance Programs cover you when your pet needs essential veterinary care from an illness or injury. Also, every time a completed application for a ShelterCare program is generated through our shelter’s website, we automatically receive a $25 donation to help cover common needs like blankets, litter and food. This donation is of no cost to you and provides us with essential funds. Make the right move and enroll today!
Our dogs love to sleep on Kuranda Dog beds. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale please click here.
Johnson County Shelter email: jcanimalcontrol@co.johnson.in.us
Animal Control offenses email: mdelp@co.johnson.in.us
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
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