Animal Services

chihuahua sittingThe Ripon Animal Shelter is open If the shelter is closed during posted hours, please call 209-599-2102 for assistance.

If after hours assistance is required for stray, vicious or an injured animal, please contact the Ripon Police Department at 209-599-2102.

Please note: It is illegal to leave animals at the shelter unless qualified Ripon Police Department personnel are on site and assisting you. This facility is remotely monitored by surveillance equipment.

What does Animal Services do?

  • Adoptions
  • Stray animal pick-up
  • Animal welfare checks
  • Animal cruelty investigations
  • Vicious/Dangerous animal investigations
  • Dog bite investigations
  • Dead stray animal pick-up
  • Wildlife Rescue
  • Barking Dog Nuisance Calls

The Animal Services Unit is a division of the Ripon Police Department. Adoptions and Live Animal Traps are handled during office hours only unless special arrangements have been made.

St BernardOwner Responsibility

Ripon Animal Services acknowledges the importance of pets in people’s lives. Pet owners have a responsibility to ensure that their pets do not become a nuisance for surrounding neighbors. To afford every resident peace and harmony, the City Animal Control Ordinances are strictly enforced. 

Below are the most common Animal Control Ordinance violations:

Donations

The Ripon Animal Shelter accepts specific donations. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our furry friends.