Marion County Dog Services (Marion County Dog Shelter)
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Hours: Monday - Friday, noon - 6pm; Saturday, 10am - 4pm. Field officers: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.
- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Who it helps
- Dogs only. Photo ID is checked for adoptions, redeeming a dog, stray drop-off and volunteering.
- Where
- Marion County
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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County dog shelter in Salem that shelters stray dogs until they go home or are adopted, enforces dog licensing and control ordinances, and handles dog licensing. It does not take owner-surrendered dogs; owners rehoming a dog are referred to Oregon Humane Society's Salem campus.
How to reach them
Where: 3550 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, OR 97317
Hours: Monday - Friday, noon - 6pm; Saturday, 10am - 4pm. Field officers: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Dogs only. Photo ID is checked for adoptions, redeeming a dog, stray drop-off and volunteering.
- How to get started: Visit during walk-through hours to adopt or redeem a lost dog; bring photo ID. Call 503-566-6988 for enforcement or 503-566-6966 for licensing and other questions.
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
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