Minneapolis Animal Care and Control
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- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Where
- Minneapolis
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 1, 2026
City of Minneapolis shelter. Most services are walk-in, but pet vaccines require an appointment.
How to reach them
Where: 212 17th Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411
Hours: Adoptions Mon-Fri 1-5:30pm, Sat 11am-2:30pm; other services Mon-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 9am-3pm; closed Sunday and city holidays
Good to know
- Services: Adoption
- How to get started: Walk in during open hours
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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