Spokane Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026
This guide helps Spokane-area pet owners and adopters choose the right SCRAPS route: adopt a pet, reclaim a lost pet, report a dangerous animal, license a dog or cat, or start rehoming without calling the wrong desk.
Fast distinction: SCRAPS is both the regional animal shelter and animal protection service for Spokane County and several cities, including Spokane and Spokane Valley. Adoption is walk-in during adoption-room hours; intakes and reclaims require a call or appointment.
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Clickable Spokane Animal Help Cards
Tap the exact task. This avoids confusing adoption, reclaim, intake, emergency reporting and licensing.
SCRAPS Shelter vs Animal Control: Which Route Do You Need?
SCRAPS handles both shelter services and animal protection, but the correct action depends on what happened.
| Need | Correct route | Phone / link | What to say first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adopt a dog, cat, puppy or kitten | SCRAPS adoption rooms | View adoptable animals | “I want to visit for adoption. Is [animal ID/name] still available?” |
| Reclaim an impounded pet | SCRAPS reclaim desk | 509-477-2532 | “I think my pet is impounded. I have proof of ownership.” |
| Animal abuse, injured animal, hot-car animal, aggressive animal at-large | SCRAPS animal emergency | 509-477-2533 | “This is an animal emergency at [exact address].” |
| Non-urgent animal concern | SCRAPS non-emergency form | Animal Enforcement | Use the form with location, dates, photos and contact info. |
| License a dog or cat | SCRAPS licensing | 509-477-2532 | “I need to buy or renew a license for a dog/cat over 6 months.” |
| Need to give up a pet | Rehoming resources first | Rehoming page | “What rehoming route should I use before asking about intake?” |
SCRAPS Adoption Hours 2026
Use adoption-room hours for adopting. Use lobby/reclaim/licensing hours for reclaim or license work.
| Service | Monday-Saturday | Sunday | Practical note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front lobby: reclaims and licensing | 10am-5pm | Closed | Call for reclaim appointment if needed. |
| Adoption rooms | 12pm-5pm | Closed | No appointment needed for adoptions. |
| Intakes / receiving | 12pm-5pm | Closed | Call 509-477-2532 to make an appointment. |
| Phones | Daily 10am-5:30pm | Daily 10am-5:30pm | Use phone first for uncertain cases. |
| Sunday reclaims | Not applicable | By appointment | Call to reclaim a pet. |
SCRAPS Adoption Fees
Fees shown below are from the official SCRAPS adoption-fee page, effective January 15, 2023.
| Animal | Age / type | Adoption fee | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puppy | 0-11 months | $175 | Spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchip and licensing. |
| Adult dog | Adult | $125 | Spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchip and licensing. |
| Senior dog | Senior | License fee | Ask staff which dogs qualify and what license applies. |
| Kitten | 0-11 months | $120 | Spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchip and licensing. |
| Adult cat | Adult | $45 | Spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchip and licensing. |
| Senior cat | Senior | License fee | Ask staff which cats qualify and what license applies. |
Adoption Micro-Steps
Follow this order before driving to 6815 E. Trent Avenue.
Open adoptable animals
Use the official View Adoptable Animals page. Select pet type and click “Find Animals.”
Do not confuse impound with adoptable
Animals on the impound page may still be in legal holding periods and not yet available for adoption.
Visit during adoption-room hours
Adoption rooms are open Monday-Saturday 12pm-5pm. No appointment is needed for adoptions.
Bring decision-makers
Bring the people who must agree to the adoption, plus landlord or housing approval if your lease requires it.
Ask match questions
Ask about energy level, medical needs, behavior notes, kids, cats, dogs, exercise, training and first-week setup.
Confirm what goes home
Confirm microchip, license, vaccine paperwork, spay/neuter status, food transition and follow-up instructions.
Lost or Found Pet in Spokane
Use SCRAPS found-pet list, microchip/license routes and neighborhood search together. Do not wait several days to check.
If your pet is lost
- Review the official SCRAPS Found Animals List daily.
- Visit SCRAPS as often as possible during business hours if your pet may be impounded.
- Update microchip phone and address immediately.
- Make sure license tag and ID tag information are current.
- Post a photo on Petco Love Lost and local lost/found channels.
- Post bright signs and flyers in the neighborhood; scared animals often hide close to home.
- Call local veterinary clinics in case the animal was injured and taken in by a good Samaritan.
If you found an animal
- If the animal is injured, aggressive, trapped or in immediate danger, call 509-477-2533.
- If safe, take photos before moving the animal.
- Keep the found pet separated from your animals.
- Check for collar/tag only if it is safe.
- Call or email SCRAPS for instructions before bringing an animal in.
- Post a found-pet picture on Petco Love Lost.
Reclaiming Your Lost Pet: Hold Periods and Fees
SCRAPS says stray animals are checked for licenses, ID tags and microchips. You need proof of ownership and payment of due fees to redeem a pet.
Legal hold periods
| Animal | With ID | Without ID |
|---|---|---|
| Dog | 120 hours from impound | 72 hours from impound |
| Cat | 120 hours from impound | 0 hours from impound |
Bring / prepare
- Proof of ownership, such as veterinary records.
- Photo ID and matching contact information.
- Microchip number, license tag or identifying photos.
- Money for impound, board, licensing, trip or veterinary fees if applicable.
- Call 509-477-2532 to make a reclaim appointment if needed.
| Redemption fee type | Dogs | Cats | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st impound | $55 | $55 | Per 365 days. |
| 2nd impound | $100 | $65 | Per 365 days. |
| 3rd impound | $150 | $75 | Per 365 days. |
| Board | $20 per 24-hour period | $5 per day after first 3 days | Can add up quickly. |
| Trip fee | Emergency $70 per ACO / regular $35 per ACO | Emergency $70 per ACO / regular $35 per ACO | If applicable. |
| Vet fees | Actual cost if applicable | Actual cost if applicable | Ask before pickup. |
Spokane Animal Control: Emergency vs Non-Emergency
Use the emergency number only for urgent animal-safety situations. Use the online form for non-urgent animal-related concerns.
| Situation | Route | Phone / link | Micro-step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal abuse | Animal emergency | 509-477-2533 | Give exact address, what you saw, time, animal description and any risk. |
| Injured animal | Animal emergency | 509-477-2533 | Do not move the animal if unsafe. Give location and condition. |
| Animal trapped in hot car | Animal emergency | 509-477-2533 | Describe vehicle, plate, location and animal condition. |
| Aggressive animal at-large | Animal emergency | 509-477-2533 | Keep people away and describe travel direction. |
| Barking, nuisance, repeated loose animals or non-urgent concern | Non-emergency form | Animal Enforcement page | Include contact info, dates, photos/video if available and exact location. |
| Immediate human emergency | Emergency services | 911 | Call 911 if a person is in immediate danger. |
Spokane County Pet Licensing Fees
Spokane County law requires dogs and cats over 6 months old to be licensed each year. Licenses run on a 365-day cycle.
| License item | Cats | Dogs | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spayed/neutered | $18 | $28 | Use proof of alteration when needed. |
| Intact | $28 | $53 | Higher fee for unaltered animals. |
| Senior rate | $13 | $18 | Owner must be age 65 or older. |
| Late fee | $20 | $20 | Applies when 30 days late. |
| Online processing fee | $0.50 | $0.50 | Charged on each online license. |
By phone
Call SCRAPS at 509-477-2532 to license by phone.
In person
Visit 6815 E. Trent Avenue, Spokane Valley during business hours.
Online / mail
Use the official online license link or mail the application to SCRAPS.
Owner Surrender and Rehoming in Spokane
This is a major user-intent point. SCRAPS says its mission focuses on lost, homeless, abandoned, abused and neglected companion animals, so it is not always able to take owner-surrendered animals.
Try these before shelter intake
- Use SCRAPS rehoming resources.
- Use Home To Home or Rehome-a-Pet style direct-adopter tools.
- Ask family, friends, coworkers and trusted local networks.
- Ask a veterinarian about behavior or medical support.
- Prepare photos, medical records, behavior notes and honest history.
- Never hide bite, aggression, escape or medical history.
Call SCRAPS if
- The animal was adopted from SCRAPS and you need return guidance.
- You found a stray and do not know the correct intake route.
- The animal is injured, dangerous, abandoned or neglected.
- You need the correct rehoming option for your situation.
- You are unsure if you are inside SCRAPS jurisdiction.
Before You Leave Home
Pet screenshot, housing approval, household decision-makers, carrier/leash, fee budget, questions list.
Impound number, photo ID, proof of ownership, license/microchip info, payment.
Recent photo, last-seen location, microchip number, license tag, flyer text.
Exact address, time/date, photos/video, animal description, witness details and risk level.
Local Spokane Tips
Use “Spokane Valley” in GPS
SCRAPS is at 6815 E. Trent Avenue, Spokane Valley, not downtown Spokane.
Adopt after noon
Adoption rooms are listed as 12pm-5pm Monday-Saturday, even though lobby hours start earlier.
License helps reunions
SCRAPS checks stray animals for licenses, ID tags and microchips. Licensing is not just a fee.
Cat hold rule matters
Cats without identification may have a 0-hour hold period. ID, microchip and license are especially important.
Hot car is emergency
SCRAPS lists animals trapped in hot cars as animal emergencies. Use the emergency number.
Use the form for non-urgent issues
Non-emergency concerns work better with dates, photos, addresses and contact info.
Copy/Paste Call Scripts
Adoption
Hi, I am interested in [animal ID/name/type]. Is this pet still available, and what should I bring during adoption-room hours?Lost pet
Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [street/cross street]. Description: [color/size/collar/microchip/license]. Has a matching animal been impounded?Found animal
Hi, I found a [dog/cat/animal] near [exact location]. It is [safe/injured/aggressive]. Should I contain it, wait for an officer, or bring it somewhere?Animal emergency
This is an animal emergency at [address]. The animal is [injured/aggressive/trapped in hot car/being abused]. People are/are not in immediate danger.Reclaim
Hi, I found my pet on the SCRAPS list. The impound number is [number]. I have proof of ownership. What appointment time and fees should I prepare for?Rehoming
Hi, I need rehoming guidance for my [dog/cat]. I understand SCRAPS is not always able to take owner surrenders. What official resource should I use first?Map: SCRAPS Spokane Animal Shelter
Use this map for adoption, licensing or reclaim visits. Call first for intakes, reclaims and uncertain animal-control situations.
Official Spokane Animal Shelter & Control Links
The important details are already summarized above. Use these official pages for live listings, forms, fee checks and final verification.
Spokane Animal Shelter FAQ
What is the main animal shelter in Spokane?
The main regional shelter and animal protection service is Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service, commonly called SCRAPS.
Where is SCRAPS located?
SCRAPS is located at 6815 E. Trent Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99212.
What is the SCRAPS phone number?
The main SCRAPS phone number is 509-477-2532.
What number do I call for a Spokane animal emergency?
For an animal emergency within Spokane County, SCRAPS lists 509-477-2533. Animal emergencies include abuse, injured animals, animals trapped in hot cars and aggressive animals at-large.
What are SCRAPS adoption hours?
SCRAPS adoption rooms are listed as open Monday through Saturday from 12pm to 5pm. Sundays are closed. No appointment is needed for adoptions.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog from SCRAPS?
SCRAPS lists puppy adoption at $175 for 0-11 months, adult dog adoption at $125 and senior dog adoption at the license fee.
How much does it cost to adopt a cat from SCRAPS?
SCRAPS lists kitten adoption at $120 for 0-11 months, adult cat adoption at $45 and senior cat adoption at the license fee.
What does a SCRAPS adoption include?
SCRAPS says each adoption includes spay or neuter surgery, vaccinations, a microchip and licensing.
How long does SCRAPS hold a lost pet?
SCRAPS lists dogs with identification as held 120 hours and dogs without identification as held 72 hours. Cats with identification are held 120 hours and cats without identification have a 0-hour hold period.
Does SCRAPS take owner-surrendered pets?
SCRAPS says it is not always able to take owner-surrendered animals because its mission focuses on lost, homeless, abandoned, abused and neglected companion animals. Use SCRAPS rehoming resources first.
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Adoption readiness checker
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Pet reclaim document checklist
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