County of Los Angeles Baldwin Animal Shelter & Adoption 2026
If you are trying to adopt a pet listed at the Los Angeles County Baldwin Park Animal Care Center, the facility is still open at 4275 North Elton Street, Baldwin Park, CA 91706. Public services such as adoption, lost-and-found assistance, licensing help and general pet assistance are listed Monday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m..
There is one important 2026 change: the City of Baldwin Park itself is no longer an LA County DACC animal-control/sheltering contract city. Beginning July 1, 2026, incorporated Baldwin Park changed its animal-services provider to Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. in Pomona. That means the shelter’s physical name and the City’s current animal-control jurisdiction are now two different things.
First Decide: LA County DACC or Inland Valley Humane Society?
This is the question most likely to save you a wasted trip or phone call. The shelter is physically in Baldwin Park, but that does not mean it provides municipal animal-control service to the incorporated City of Baldwin Park in late 2026.
Pet is listed at Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
Use LA County DACC. Search the County animal database, confirm the pet’s location says Baldwin Park, then visit 4275 N. Elton Street during public hours.
Animal-control issue inside City of Baldwin Park
Use Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. The City’s animal-care and control contract transitioned to IVHS on July 1, 2026.
Looking for a pet that may be at the County shelter
Search LA County’s current animals and contact the care center. If the animal was lost inside incorporated Baldwin Park after July 1, also check IVHS because the City’s sheltering provider changed.
Injured animal in a current LA County DACC service area
Call the DACC South County Communication Center at 562-940-6898. For an incorporated Baldwin Park incident, use the IVHS route instead.
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center Hours 2026
LA County’s current Baldwin Park facility page separates normal Monday–Saturday public access from Sunday and holiday limited operations.
| Day / service | Current schedule | What that means |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Saturday | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM | Public services include adoptions, lost and found, pet licensing and general pet assistance. |
| Sunday | Limited services | Closed for normal public animal viewing. DACC says its care centers continue critical functions such as admitting stray animals for public/animal safety, lost-pet reunification and Adoption Partner placements. |
| County holidays | Limited operations | Do not assume normal adoption viewing. Check the current County page before travelling. |
| Christmas Eve / New Year’s Eve | Limited operations beginning at 3 PM | Holiday operations are reduced; verify before arrival. |
How to Adopt From LA County Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
LA County says animals marked Ready to Go Home (RTGH) are already spayed/neutered and microchipped and can leave with an approved adopter the same day. RTGH animals are handled first-come, first-served.
Search LA County animals before driving
Open the official LA County DACC animal search . Filter for the Baldwin Park care center and save the animal’s ID number and status.
Read the animal status carefully
“Ready to Go Home” means the pet is currently adoption-ready. “Stray Wait,” “Adoption Pending,” “Available Pending Spay/Neuter,” “Rescue Only” and other labels mean something different. Do not assume every animal shown online can leave with you today.
Review the official adoption process
Check the LA County adoption-process page immediately before your visit. DACC states that RTGH animals are adopted first-come, first-served.
Visit during open public hours
Go to 4275 North Elton Street Monday through Saturday between 11 AM and 5 PM. A staff member or volunteer can assist with available animals.
Ask about the total adoption cost
The County publishes a base adoption fee plus possible sterilization, microchip, medication and licensing charges. Promotions can change pricing, so ask staff for the exact checkout total for the specific animal.
Ask practical match questions
Ask what is known about medical needs, behavior, kennel observations, activity level and any restrictions shown on the animal record. A few extra questions now can make the first week at home much easier.
Prepare safe transport
Bring or arrange an appropriate leash, secure carrier and vehicle setup before finalizing the adoption.
LA County Adoption Fees Published for 2026 Visitors
LA County DACC’s current FAQ publishes the following general fee schedule. Promotional events can reduce fees. Licensing charges depend on the adopter’s own jurisdiction.
| Animal / fee | Published amount | Possible additional charges / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dog adoption | $50 | DACC lists $30 when the dog has been in the care center more than 10 days. |
| Dog spay/neuter | $50 | Pain medication may add $10 if needed. |
| Dog microchip | $7.50 | Ask staff whether the specific RTGH animal’s chip cost is already reflected in its final adoption total. |
| Cat adoption | $50 | DACC lists $30 when the cat has been in care more than 10 days; promotions are common. |
| Cat spay/neuter | $40 | Pain medication may add $10 if needed. |
| Cat microchip | $7.50 | Confirm final checkout amount with staff. |
| Rabbit adoption | $15 | Ask about any animal-specific requirements before checkout. |
What LA County Animal Status Labels Mean
Ready to Go Home
The animal has completed the necessary process, is adoption-ready and may leave with a new family that day.
Still in legal holding period
The animal was found as a stray and is not yet available because its legal hold has not ended.
Awaiting spay/neuter
The legal holding period is complete but surgery is still pending.
Another adopter may already be lined up
The animal became available and a potential adopter has been given a specified pickup date/time.
Bite / exposure hold
The animal may be held because of a bite or animal-to-animal exposure requiring a state-mandated quarantine period.
Not public adoption
The animal is restricted to an approved DACC Adoption Partner because of medical or behavioral circumstances.
Lost or Found Pet Near Baldwin Park: Use the Correct Search Path
If your animal may be in LA County DACC care
Start with the official LA County lost-pet guidance , then search current DACC animals.
- Search more than once; intake changes throughout the day.
- Check more than one nearby care center when location is uncertain.
- Save the animal ID if you find a possible match.
- Bring proof of ownership when reclaiming.
Keep jurisdiction in mind
LA County encourages people who find a healthy pet to attempt local reunification when it is safe to do so. Review the official found-pet guidance .
If the animal was found inside incorporated City of Baldwin Park, contact IVHS rather than assuming the LA County care center remains the City’s field-service provider.
Owner Surrender: No Appointment, But Jurisdiction Still Matters
DACC removed its surrender-appointment requirement in 2025. However, that does not mean every Baldwin Park resident should surrender through LA County in 2026.
First check whether you are in a DACC service area
Use LA County’s current service-area information. Incorporated City of Baldwin Park residents moved to IVHS service on July 1, 2026.
Explore alternatives before surrendering
If the problem is veterinary cost, housing, supplies or a temporary crisis, review DACC’s official pet-retention and rehoming resources before giving up ownership.
If surrender is still necessary
Owners who reside in a current DACC service area may visit a DACC animal care center during business hours without a surrender appointment.
Bring honest medical and behavior information
Bring whatever records you have and explain medications, medical needs, bite history, behavior concerns and the animal’s normal routine. Accurate information can help the next placement decision.
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center Service Area in Late 2026
LA County’s current center page lists the following cities and unincorporated areas under the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center’s service footprint. Some names below refer only to unincorporated portions, not the incorporated city.
If You Actually Live Inside the City of Baldwin Park
The City of Baldwin Park and LA County both published the 2026 provider change. For municipal animal services inside the incorporated City, use IVHS/SPCA.
| City Baldwin Park need | Current route | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Animal control / stray / injured / at-large animal | Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. | 909-623-9777 |
| IVHS after-hours animal emergency | IVHS published after-hours emergency service |
909-594-9858
9:00 PM–7:30 AM |
| Police / fire / medical emergency | Baldwin Park emergency dispatch | 911 |
| Police non-emergency | Baldwin Park Police Communications Center | 626-960-1955 |
Emergency & Important Contacts
The correct emergency route depends on jurisdiction. The numbers below are intentionally separated by purpose.
| Contact | Number | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Park Animal Care Center | 626-962-3577 | Facility/adoption/lost-and-found/general center questions. It is not automatically the animal-control dispatch number. |
| LA County DACC South County Communication Center | 562-940-6898 | DACC field-service routing and injured-animal emergencies in DACC jurisdictions served through Agoura, Baldwin Park, Carson/Gardena and Downey care centers. |
| Incorporated City of Baldwin Park Animal Control | 909-623-9777 | IVHS animal-control service for City of Baldwin Park residents following the July 1, 2026 transition. |
| City of Baldwin Park IVHS after-hours | 909-594-9858 | IVHS published animal emergency service, 9 PM–7:30 AM. |
| Human emergency | 911 | Immediate threat to human life, active attack, fire or emergency medical need. |
| Baldwin Park Police non-emergency | 626-960-1955 | Non-emergency police service inside City of Baldwin Park. |
| LA County Veterinary Public Health | 213-288-7060 | Animal-bite, rabies-exposure and related Veterinary Public Health questions; current phone hours are weekdays 8 AM–5 PM. |
Animal Bite or Rabies Exposure in Los Angeles County
Wash the wound
Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water.
Seek medical evaluation
Contact your doctor, urgent care or emergency department depending on the injury and exposure.
Report the bite
Use the official LA County Veterinary Public Health bite guidance or call 213-288-7060 on weekdays from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Tell authorities where the animal is
Public Health says the current location of the biting animal is important for rabies-risk assessment, quarantine or testing.
Veterinary Services: What the Baldwin Park Care Center Actually Publishes
Dr. Emmanuel Velo, D.V.M.
LA County’s current Baldwin Park center page identifies Dr. Emmanuel Velo as the Animal Care Center Veterinarian.
The County states that he has worked as a DACC veterinarian since 2005. His D.V.M. is from the University of the Philippines, and his clinical-year rotation was completed at Purdue University.
This is not an everyday public veterinary hospital
A named Animal Care Center veterinarian does not mean the shelter publishes ordinary public exam appointments with that veterinarian.
LA County periodically provides low-cost vaccination/microchip clinics and other assistance programs, but its FAQ states these are scheduled events and are not an everyday service of the care centers.
Low-cost vaccinations and microchips
LA County says it offers low-cost dog/cat vaccination services and mobile vaccination/microchip clinics throughout DACC service areas. Clinic dates and veterinarian availability vary.
Check the current LA County vaccination page before travelling rather than assuming a clinic is running every day.
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center Leadership
Javier Gutierrez
Animal Care Center Manager
LA County’s current center page identifies Javier Gutierrez as Baldwin Park Animal Care Center Manager. His DACC career began as an Animal Shelter Aide in 1998, and the County says he became an Animal Control Manager in 2015.
Dr. Emmanuel Velo, D.V.M.
Animal Care Center Veterinarian
DACC lists Dr. Velo as the Baldwin Park center veterinarian and says he has worked for the County Department of Animal Care and Control since 2005.
Directions, Map and Visit Planning
4275 North Elton Street
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
LA County’s current directions say to exit the 605 Freeway at Ramona. The care center is off Ramona between Maine and Puente Avenues.
Confirm three things
- The animal is still listed at Baldwin Park.
- Its status is adoption-ready if you want same-day adoption.
- You are visiting during normal public hours, not limited operations.
Official Baldwin Park / LA County Animal Resources
The key information is summarized above. These links are for live pet status, day-of changes, forms and official verification.
County of Los Angeles Baldwin Animal Shelter FAQ
1. Where is the LA County Baldwin Park Animal Care Center?
The current official address is 4275 North Elton Street, Baldwin Park, CA 91706.
2. What are Baldwin Park Animal Care Center adoption hours?
LA County currently lists normal public services Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Sundays and County holidays have limited operations and are closed for normal public animal viewing.
3. What is the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center phone number?
The center’s current official phone is 626-962-3577. DACC’s South County Communication Center for field-service and injured-animal emergency routing in applicable DACC jurisdictions is 562-940-6898.
4. Does LA County still provide animal control for the City of Baldwin Park?
No. Beginning July 1, 2026, the incorporated City of Baldwin Park moved its animal-control and sheltering contract from LA County DACC to Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A.. The County Baldwin Park care center itself remains open.
5. How much does it cost to adopt a dog or cat from LA County DACC?
DACC currently publishes a $50 dog or cat base adoption fee, reduced to $30 when the animal has been in the care center for more than 10 days. Additional sterilization, microchip, medication and licensing costs may apply, and adoption promotions may reduce fees. Confirm the exact total for the individual pet.
6. What does Ready to Go Home mean?
LA County uses Ready to Go Home (RTGH) for animals that are adoption-ready, have been spayed or neutered and microchipped, and can go home with an adopter that day. RTGH adoptions are first-come, first-served.
7. Who is the veterinarian at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center?
LA County’s current center page identifies Dr. Emmanuel Velo, D.V.M. as the Animal Care Center Veterinarian. The public page does not publish an everyday owned-pet appointment schedule or routine consultation fee for Dr. Velo.
8. Who is the manager of the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center?
The current LA County center page identifies Javier Gutierrez as Animal Care Center Manager.
9. Do I need an appointment to surrender a pet to LA County DACC?
DACC no longer requires surrender appointments for owners living within current DACC service areas. Owners are encouraged to explore rehoming/support options first. Incorporated City of Baldwin Park residents should use the current IVHS route because the City’s animal-service provider changed in July 2026.
10. Where do I report an animal bite or possible rabies exposure?
Los Angeles County Veterinary Public Health handles reportable animal-bite and rabies-related incidents in applicable LA County jurisdictions. The current consultation number is 213-288-7060, weekdays 8 AM–5 PM. Seek appropriate medical care first when a person has been bitten.
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