Clark County Animal Protection and Control
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Hours: Monday - Friday: phone and email 8am - 5pm; in person 8:30am - 4:30pm, appointments encouraged.
- What it is
- More help
- Where
- Unincorporated Clark County, Vancouver and La Center
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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County animal control handling stray and vicious animals, animal-related emergencies, animal cruelty reports, and dog and cat licensing. Covers unincorporated Clark County plus Vancouver and La Center; other small cities use their own police or city offices. Has a Pet Disaster Relief trailer.
How to reach them
Where: 500 W 8th Street, Suite 100, Vancouver, WA 98660
Hours: Monday - Friday: phone and email 8am - 5pm; in person 8:30am - 4:30pm, appointments encouraged.
Good to know
- How to get started: Call 564.397.2488 for urgent domestic animal situations or to report a concern; call 564.397.2489 for licensing, or use the online pet license portal.
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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