Longview Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

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Longview, Texas Shelter Guide

Longview Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

Use this guide before visiting Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center in Longview, Texas. It covers adoption hours, address, phone numbers, animal-control routing, adoption fees, found pets, reclaim rules, stray intake timing, Spay It Forward help, map directions and official links.

The official shelter name is Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center, but many visitors search it as Longview Animal Shelter or Longview Animal Control. Start with the official dog and cat listings before driving because pet availability can change quickly.

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303 H.G. Mosley Pkwy 903-297-7387 Tue–Sat noon–5 Closed Sunday & Monday Adoptions stop 15 min early
Fast answer: Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center is located at 303 H.G. Mosley Parkway, Longview, TX 75604. The main shelter phone is 903-297-7387. Adoption center hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM, with adoptions stopping 15 minutes before closing. The shelter is closed Sunday and Monday. Stray animal receiving hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 PM, and appointments are encouraged for stray drop-off.

Longview Animal Shelter Quick Details

These are the details most visitors need before calling, checking adoptable pets, reclaiming a lost animal, dropping off a stray or reporting an animal-control issue.

MAP

Address

303 H.G. Mosley Parkway, Longview, TX 75604.

Use the map below for directions before you leave.

CALL

Main shelter phone

903-297-7387.

Use this for adoption, lost/found pet and general shelter questions.

HRS

Adoption hours

Tuesday–Saturday: Noon–5 PM.

Adoptions stop 15 minutes before closing.

CTRL

Animal control

Animal Control phone: 903-237-1290.

After-hours number is listed as 903-237-1170. Use 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Best first step: If you want to adopt, check the official dog or cat listing first. If you found a stray, need animal control or are reclaiming a lost pet, use the matching section below because the right phone number and time window can be different.

What Longview Animal Shelter Actually Helps With

Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center helps return lost animals to owners, shelter lost or unwanted animals and find new homes for adoptable pets. The shelter also handles service-area questions for found animals.

Adoption

Dogs, cats and other pets

Longview lists adoptable dogs and cats online through Petango. The shelter also cares for small animals and other species when they enter the system.

Lost and found

Reclaim and stray hold

The shelter holds stray animals for 72 hours to give owners a chance to find them before the animals may become available for adoption.

Service area

Longview plus partners

The shelter serves the City of Longview, Gregg County, Kilgore, Gladewater and White Oak for contracted shelter services.

Found-pet routing note: If you found a pet, check whether the location is inside the shelter’s service area before bringing the animal in. If you are holding the pet temporarily, the shelter says you should contact them so the animal can be listed in the Found Pet book.

Longview Animal Shelter Adoption Hours 2026

Longview’s adoption center and receiving department use different time windows. This matters if you are adopting, reclaiming, asking questions or dropping off a stray animal.

Adoption Hours Tue–Sat Noon–5 PM

Current listed adoption hours

Adoption Center hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM. Monday and Sunday are closed. Adoption services stop 15 minutes prior to closing, so adoption help ends around 4:45 PM on open days.

Receiving hours for stray animal drop-off are noon–4 PM, and appointments are encouraged.
Day Adoption Center Hours Receiving Department Hours Visitor Tip
Monday Closed Closed Use Monday to check adoptable pets online and prepare questions.
Tuesday Noon–5 PM Noon–4 PM Good for adoption visits, stray drop-off appointments and lost-pet checks.
Wednesday Noon–5 PM Noon–4 PM Call ahead if you are driving for one specific pet.
Thursday Noon–5 PM Noon–4 PM Good weekday option for adoption and reclaim questions.
Friday Noon–5 PM Noon–4 PM Useful before weekend visits; check pet availability first.
Saturday Noon–5 PM Noon–4 PM Popular adoption day. Arrive early enough to finish before 4:45 PM.
Sunday Closed Closed Do not plan a public shelter visit unless an official event says otherwise.
Important timing: Adoption services stop 15 minutes before the shelter closes. If you arrive at the end of the day, staff may not be able to start or finish adoption paperwork.

How Adoption Works at Longview Animal Shelter

Longview says adopting is a commitment for the life of the animal and that dogs and cats can live many years. Treat your visit as a real home-fit decision, not just a quick pickup.

Check adoptable dogs or cats online

Start with the official Longview adoptable dog and cat pages. Listings can change quickly, so use them as your starting point and confirm if you want one specific pet.

Complete the right application

Longview links printable dog and cat adoption applications. Complete the correct one and answer household, pet-history and contact questions honestly.

Visit during open adoption hours

Visit Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM, but remember adoptions stop 15 minutes before closing. Arrive early if you want to meet pets and complete paperwork.

Ask about health and home fit

Ask about age, size, behavior, activity level, medical notes, other pets, children, leash or litterbox habits and what the first week at home should look like.

Prepare safe transport

Bring a carrier for cats and a secure leash, collar, harness or vehicle plan for dogs. Make sure your home is ready before leaving with the animal.

First-come note: Longview’s adoption information says animals are available on a first-come, first-serve basis after the application is completed. If you are serious about one animal, move quickly but still ask the right match questions.

Longview Animal Shelter Adoption Fees

Longview lists adoption-fee ranges and notes that fees may change for promotions, events, shelter space constraints or harder-to-place animals. Confirm the exact fee before final adoption.

DOG

Adult dogs

$50 and up is the listed standard adult dog adoption-fee range.

PUP

Puppies

$100 and up is the listed standard puppy fee for dogs under 6 months.

CAT

Adult cats

$50 and up is the listed standard adult cat adoption-fee range.

KIT

Kittens

$100 and up is the listed standard kitten fee for cats under 6 months.

What fees include: Longview lists dog and cat adoption benefits such as spay/neuter, first vaccinations, microchip, deworming, flea treatment, rabies-related care, testing and 30-day free pet health insurance. Exact inclusions and timing should still be confirmed during adoption.

Adoptable Dogs and Cats at Longview Animal Shelter

Longview partners with Petango for adoptable animal listings. Check the current pet page before visiting, then call if you are driving for one specific pet.

Dog adoption planning

For dogs, check the official dog listing first and write down the pet’s name or ID. Ask staff about size, heartworm status, energy level, leash behavior, other dogs, children and housing needs.

  • Confirm the dog is still available before a long drive.
  • Ask whether meet-and-greet steps are needed.
  • Bring a secure leash, collar or harness setup.
  • Plan a quiet first few days at home.

Cat adoption planning

For cats, check the official cat listing and bring a carrier if adoption is likely. Ask about personality, handling, litterbox notes, other cats, dogs, children and any medical observations.

  • Bring a hard-sided or secure carrier.
  • Ask if the cat is shy, social, playful or calm.
  • Prepare a starter room at home.
  • Confirm the adoption fee and included care.
Availability warning: A pet may appear online but already be adopted, reclaimed, transferred or unavailable. Always confirm with the shelter before driving for one animal.

Longview Animal Control Phone and Routing

Animal Control is not the same as the adoption desk. The City of Longview lists Animal Control for enforcement inside Longview city limits, education, outreach and public-safety animal issues.

Animal Control

City limits help

Longview Animal Control is listed at 903-237-1290 for city-limit animal control enforcement.

After hours

Non-business hours

The after-hours number is listed as 903-237-1170. Use the right route based on urgency.

Emergency

Immediate danger

For active danger, severe injury, attacks or immediate public-safety risk, use 9-1-1.

Call script: “I’m calling about an animal issue at [exact address/intersection] in Longview. The animal is [dog/cat/wildlife/livestock], the issue is [loose/injured/aggressive/bite/found], and it is happening [now/earlier today]. Which team should handle this?”

Lost and Found Pets Near Longview

Longview’s lost-and-found guidance is time-sensitive because stray animals are held for 72 hours before they may become shelter property and potentially available for adoption.

If your pet is missing

  • Check the official lost-and-found page and current dog/cat inventory.
  • Visit the shelter in person during open hours.
  • Submit a lost-pet report and include a clear recent photo.
  • Update your microchip contact information immediately.
  • Keep checking daily during the 72-hour stray hold window.

If you found a pet

  • Check whether the animal was found in Longview’s service area.
  • Call or visit the shelter so the pet can be included in the Found Pet book.
  • Ask about microchip scanning and stray drop-off appointments.
  • Do not permanently rehome a found pet without following the proper process.
  • If the animal is injured or dangerous, call the correct animal-control route.
Proof of ownership: Longview says owners must provide proof of ownership when reclaiming a pet. Bring photos, vet records, microchip information, license records or other proof that connects you to the animal.

Longview Animal Shelter Reclaim Fees

If your pet is at the shelter, reclaim fees may apply. Longview’s reclaim information also notes that microchip implantation is included with the reclaim fee.

Reclaim Item Listed Fee Important Note
Dog or cat – 1st reclaim $100 Must show proof of rabies or shelter may vaccinate and charge vaccination plus $5.
Dog or cat – 2nd reclaim $125 Higher fee applies for repeated reclaim situations.
Dog or cat – 3rd reclaim $135 Confirm exact total before arriving for pickup.
Other small companion animals $20 Reflects specialized care and housing for small mammals, birds and reptiles.
Bring proof: Reclaim can take longer if you do not have ownership proof, rabies documentation, ID or payment ready. Call the shelter before arriving if you are unsure what documents apply.

Spay It Forward: Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Help

Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center’s Spay It Forward initiative helps cover part of the cost of spay or neuter services at participating veterinarians.

$100

Voucher amount

The program covers $100 toward spay or neuter services at participating veterinarians.

INC

Income guideline

The program is listed for households with annual income under $50,000.

AREA

Eligible area

Eligibility includes Gregg County residents and cities served by the shelter such as Longview, Kilgore, Gladewater and White Oak.

Voucher rules to confirm: Longview lists two vouchers per household every six months, a three-month expiration from issue date and non-transferable use. Confirm participating vets, paperwork and appointment timing before planning surgery.

What to Bring Before You Visit Longview Animal Shelter

A smoother shelter visit starts before you leave home. Bring the basics for adoption, reclaim or lost/found pet help.

ID

Photo ID

Bring a government ID for adoption, reclaim or official shelter paperwork.

PROOF

Ownership proof

For reclaim, bring photos, vet records, microchip details and proof of rabies vaccination if available.

PAY

Payment method

Bring a valid payment method and confirm accepted payment types before arriving.

CAT

Cat carrier

Bring a secure carrier if adopting or reclaiming a cat.

DOG

Dog transport

Bring a secure leash, collar, harness or safe vehicle setup for dogs.

TIME

Enough time

Do not arrive at the last minute. Adoptions stop 15 minutes before closing.

Longview Animal Shelter Map, Directions & Arrival Tips

Use the map for directions to 303 H.G. Mosley Parkway. Before driving, check hours, pet availability, receiving-department timing and whether your visit is for adoption, reclaim, found pets or animal control.

Map is for visit planning only. Use your navigation app for live traffic, road work and route changes.
EARLY

Arrive early

Give yourself time to meet pets, ask questions and complete paperwork before the adoption cutoff.

CALL

Call before drop-off

Appointments are encouraged for stray animal drop-off, and receiving hours end earlier than adoption hours.

CHECK

Check the pet page

If you want one specific animal, check online and call before driving.

Choose Your Best Route Before You Call

This quick decision section helps you avoid calling the wrong number or arriving at the wrong time.

I want to adopt

Check adoptable dogs or cats, complete the correct application, visit Tuesday–Saturday noon–5 PM and arrive before the 15-minute adoption cutoff.

I lost my pet

Check the lost-and-found page, visit the shelter in person, submit a lost report, update microchip details and bring proof of ownership.

I found an animal

Check the service area, call or visit so the pet can be added to the Found Pet book, and ask about stray drop-off appointments.

I need animal control

For city-limit animal control, call 903-237-1290 during business hours. For after-hours issues, use the listed after-hours number or 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Common Mistakes to Avoid at Longview Animal Shelter

Most visit problems happen because people arrive after the adoption cutoff, confuse receiving hours with adoption hours, or do not bring reclaim proof.

Before visiting

  • Do not visit Sunday or Monday expecting public shelter hours.
  • Do not arrive after 4:45 PM expecting to start adoption paperwork.
  • Do not assume receiving department hours are the same as adoption hours.
  • Do not drive for one pet without confirming availability.
  • Do not forget a carrier, leash or safe transport setup.

Before reclaim or found-pet help

  • Do not wait several days if your pet is missing; the stray hold is time-sensitive.
  • Do not arrive without proof of ownership.
  • Do not assume lost-pet reports replace physically checking the shelter.
  • Do not permanently rehome a found pet without proper steps.
  • Do not call adoption staff for an emergency animal-control situation.

Longview Animal Shelter FAQ

Where is Longview Animal Shelter located?

Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center is located at 303 H.G. Mosley Parkway, Longview, TX 75604.

What is the phone number for Longview Animal Shelter?

The main shelter phone number is 903-297-7387.

What are Longview Animal Shelter adoption hours?

Adoption Center hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM. The shelter is closed Sunday and Monday. Adoption services stop 15 minutes before closing.

What are Longview Animal Shelter receiving hours?

The Receiving Department is listed as open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 PM. Appointments are encouraged for stray animal drop-off.

How much are adoption fees at Longview Animal Shelter?

Listed standard fees are $50 and up for adult dogs, $100 and up for puppies under 6 months, $50 and up for adult cats and $100 and up for kittens under 6 months. Fees may vary with promotions and other factors.

What is included with a Longview shelter adoption?

Longview lists adoption inclusions such as spay/neuter, first vaccinations, microchip, deworming, flea treatment, rabies-related care, testing and 30-day free pet health insurance, depending on species and current policy.

Who do I call for Longview Animal Control?

For animal control inside Longview city limits, the listed Animal Control phone is 903-237-1290. The after-hours number is listed as 903-237-1170. Use 9-1-1 for emergencies.

How long does Longview hold stray animals?

Longview’s lost-and-found page says stray animals are held for 72 hours to allow owners a chance to find them before they may become shelter property and available for adoption.

Does Longview Animal Shelter charge reclaim fees?

Yes. Listed reclaim fees include $100 for a first dog or cat reclaim, $125 for a second reclaim and $135 for a third reclaim, with additional rabies-related charges possible if proof is not shown.

Does Longview Animal Shelter offer spay/neuter help?

Yes. The Spay It Forward program helps eligible households with $100 toward spay or neuter services at participating veterinarians, subject to current eligibility and voucher rules.

What should I do before visiting Longview Animal Shelter?

Check official pet listings, confirm hours, call if you want a specific animal, bring ID, bring payment, bring proof of ownership for reclaim, and bring safe transport such as a carrier or leash.

Final Take: Plan Your Longview Shelter Visit Before You Drive

Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center is the main Longview shelter resource for adoption, lost pets, found pets, reclaim, receiving, animal-control routing and spay/neuter support. The most important visitor details are simple: visit Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM, arrive before the adoption cutoff, call 903-297-7387 for shelter questions and use the correct animal-control number for enforcement issues.

For adoption, check the official dog or cat page first and come prepared with ID, application details, payment and safe transport. For lost pets, act quickly because the stray hold is time-sensitive. For found animals, confirm the service area and receiving hours before bringing the animal to the shelter.

Animal-Shelter.org is an independent informational guide and is not affiliated with Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center, the City of Longview, Gregg County, Petango, Petfinder, animal control or any official shelter portal. Always verify current hours, fees, pet availability, reclaim rules, voucher rules and animal-control instructions directly with official sources.

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