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ACCT Philly - Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia

Hours: Open seven days a week 10am-6pm; lobby closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Animal control emergencies 24 hours a day at (267) 385-3800 ext 1.

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

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Philadelphia's city animal shelter and animal control agency, with more than 200 dogs, cats and other animals available for adoption. Services include adoptions, lost and found pets, dog licensing, owner surrenders by appointment, and animal control services available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for emergencies.

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

Where: 111 W. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Hours: Open seven days a week 10am-6pm; lobby closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Animal control emergencies 24 hours a day at (267) 385-3800 ext 1.

Good to know

  • How to get started: Visit during open hours to adopt or look for a lost pet. Owner surrenders are by appointment only through the ACCT Philly Help Desk by email.

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

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Sources

ACCT Philly - Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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