Kenton County Animal Services
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Hours: Tue-Fri noon-6 p.m.; Sat and Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Where
- Kenton County, Northern Kentucky (Covington area)
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 4, 2026
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County shelter and animal control agency for Kenton County with pet adoption, found and lost pets, reclaiming or surrendering a pet by appointment, microchipping, pet licensing, and volunteer and foster programs.
How to reach them
Where: 1020 Mary Laidley Drive, Covington, KY 41017
Hours: Tue-Fri noon-6 p.m.; Sat and Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Good to know
- How to get started: Call the shelter. For animal control emergencies outside work hours call the Kenton County Emergency Communications Center at 859-356-3191.
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
Before you go
Call or check their page for current prices, appointment availability, any income or residency rules, and which animals they see. Ask what to bring.
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Also from this organization
- Kenton County Community Cat Program · Covington