City of Bakersfield Animal Care Center
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Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Who it helps
- Accepts animals from City of Bakersfield residents.
- Where
- City of Bakersfield residents
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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City shelter that accepts animals from city residents and animals impounded by City of Bakersfield Animal Control Officers. Stray animals are accepted during open hours and stray drop-offs are by appointment. Owner surrenders are not being accepted at this time, and the center is currently only accepting cats that are sick or injured. Adoptions are in person so people can meet the animals; licenses and lost-pet redemption are also handled here.
How to reach them
Where: 201 S Mt Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Accepts animals from City of Bakersfield residents. Owner surrenders are not being accepted at this time.
- How to get started: Call (661) 832-7387 to schedule a stray drop-off appointment. Visit in person to adopt.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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