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Wichita Animal Services (Animal Control and Wichita Animal Shelter)

Hours: Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Where
City of Wichita
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Wichita Police Department unit made up of Animal Control and the city shelter for stray, lost and confiscated small animals. Enforces rabies control, leash, neglect and attack ordinances and holds found pets at least 3 business days for owners to reclaim. Adoptions are handled by the Kansas Humane Society on the shared campus.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Where: 3303 N Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219

Hours: Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.

Good to know

  • How to get started: Call 316-350-3366 for general questions or Animal Control dispatch at 316-350-3360. Lost pets are posted online at wichita.gov/lostpets.

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Sources

Wichita Animal Services (Animal Control and Wichita Animal Shelter) official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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