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Madison County Animal Care and Control

Hours: Operations Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; general business Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Saturday and Sunday.

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Where
Madison County
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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County animal shelter and animal control under the Madison County Health Department. Handles adoptions, owner surrender options, lost pet searches with intake photos, pet registration, rabies vaccinations, microchipping and spay/neuter information.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Where: 8501 State Route 143, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Hours: Operations Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; general business Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Saturday and Sunday.

Good to know

  • How to get started: Call 618-296-4950 or visit during business hours.

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Sources

Madison County Animal Care and Control official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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