We are open for walk-in adoptions and reclaims 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily. View current intake status here.

Austin Animal Center is your community shelter.
Open for Walk-In Adoptions and Reclaims
We are open for walk-in adoptions and reclaims 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily.
View current intake status here
We have updated our Lost & Found Pets page with helpful resources. If you found a pet, text ‘FoundATX’ to (844) 764-2125. You’ll receive texts with proven tips to find the owner!
If you need to surrender your pet, please visit our Surrendering Your Pet page here.
Upcoming Events
Austin Animal Center
7201 Levander Loop
Austin, TX 78702
United States
Description
Austin Animal Center is the municipal shelter for the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County. We accept animals in need of shelter regardless of age, health, species or breed. View current intake status here.
Regular Hours:
- Adoption/Reclaim Hours: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m daily
- Intake Hours: Monday through Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. View current intake status here.
Upcoming Holiday Closures:
- Memorial Day - Monday, May 29
- Juneteenth - Monday, June 19
- Independence Day - Tuesday, July 4
- Labor Day - Monday, September 4
- Veterans Day - Friday, November 10
- Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 23
- Christmas Eve (City Observation) - Monday, December 25
- Christmas Day (City Observation) - Tuesday, December 26
7201 Levander Loop Bldg. A
Austin, TX 78702
Recent News
Austin Animal Center (AAC) will provide free microchips and vaccinations for City of Austin and Travis County pets on Saturday, March 25.
Join Austin Animal Center and Austin Parks and Recreation Department for this fun and educational event.
Petco Love is supporting animal welfare organizations across Texas to find homes for 7,000 pets.
Contact Info
Austin Animal Center
7201 Levander Loop Bldg. A
Austin, TX 78702
United States