Davis County Animal Shelter, Control & Adoption 2026

Official Davis County, Utah animal care guide

Davis County Animal Care Hours, Adoptable Pets, Lost Animals, Licensing, Fees & Emergency Dispatch

Use official Animal Care of Davis County resources to check shelter hours, view adoptable pets, find lost and found animals, understand stray wait timing, prepare proof of ownership, review impound and boarding fees, buy dog or cat licenses, use pet rehoming resources, and avoid confusing Davis County, Utah with Daviess County, Davis city, private rescues or third-party pet listing pages.

🐾 1422 E 600 N 📍 Fruit Heights, UT ☎️ 801-444-2200 Updated May 2026
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If you are searching for davis county animal shelter, choose the task closest to what you need. This finder points users to the correct official Davis County, Utah route for adoption, shelter hours, lost pets, found pets, impound reclaim, dog and cat licensing, field services, emergency dispatch and pet support resources.

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Choose the service you need

Choose one option. The official action card below updates for Davis County adoption, hours, lost pets, found pets, impound reclaim, licensing, emergency dispatch and pet support routes.

🐶 Adopt a pet — start with official Davis County adoptable animals

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Use this for: dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, birds and other small animals available through Animal Care of Davis County.

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Best official path: open the Davis County adoptable pets page, check the animal’s location, and call ahead because the listing may say the location is subject to change.

Before you go: verify the pet is still available, check kennel access timing, and confirm current adoption fee or special directly with the shelter.

⚠️ Official first: Do not rely only on screenshots, old adoption specials or third-party pet listings. Use the Davis County official adoption page before visiting.
👉 This dropdown does not pull live shelter inventory into your website. It guides users to the correct official Animal Care of Davis County resource for each task.
At a glance

Davis County Animal Shelter Quick Facts Before You Visit

The official Davis County animal shelter is Animal Care of Davis County. The shelter is located at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037. The main phone number is 801-444-2200, and the fax number is 801-444-2212. The public hours listed by Davis County are Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The kennels close Monday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., but the shelter remains open for other services. That detail matters for adoption visitors and lost-pet owners because a person may arrive while the building is open but kennel access is temporarily closed.

Davis County also notes that 24-hour emergency dispatch is available. For normal shelter questions, adoption questions, lost-pet checks, licensing questions or reclaim questions, the main shelter phone is the best first step. For true animal emergencies, dangerous situations or urgent dispatch needs, use the official emergency route listed by the county.

📍 Shelter location 1422 E 600 N Fruit Heights, UT 84037
☎️ Main phone 801-444-2200 Animal Care
Public hours Mon-Sat Kennels close 12-1
Stray wait 5 business days For stray animals
🏷️ Reclaim fees $45 + $15/night If applicable
⚠️ Important: Adoption availability, adoption fees, kennel access, foster location, field service response, impound fees, licensing fees, emergency dispatch routing, county holidays and shelter operations can change. Always verify through Animal Care of Davis County or call 801-444-2200 before driving, adopting, reclaiming or paying fees.
🔗 Source verification: Official information used in this guide was checked against Animal Care of Davis County, Contact Us, Adoptable Pets, Lost and Found Animals, Found Animals, Licensing, Administrative Fees, Pet Resources, List Your Pet to Rehome and Safe Haven resources. Publish-ready as of May 2026.
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What This Davis County Animal Shelter Guide Covers

Official hours

Animal Care of Davis County Hours, Address, Phone and Kennel Closure

Animal Care of Davis County is located at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037. The main phone number is 801-444-2200. The fax number is 801-444-2212. The county lists public hours as Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The shelter also lists a kennel closure from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. During that hour, the shelter may remain open for other services, but kennel access is closed. That means adoption visitors and lost-pet owners should avoid planning a pet-viewing visit during the kennel closure unless staff specifically tells them otherwise.

Shelter address

1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037

Use this location for Animal Care of Davis County adoption, lost/found, licensing and shelter service visits.

Main phone and fax

Main: 801-444-2200

Fax: 801-444-2212

Regular public hours

Monday-Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Check official hours before visiting on holidays or severe-weather days.

Kennel closure

Monday-Saturday: kennels closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The shelter may still be open for other services during that hour.

⏰ Visit advice: For adoption or lost-pet viewing, do not arrive during the 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. kennel closure. For one specific animal, call 801-444-2200 first because location may change between shelter, foster or other placement.
Adoption process

How to Adopt a Pet From Davis County Animal Care

Animal Care of Davis County says it has dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, birds and other small animals available for adoption. The official adoptable pets page is the correct starting point because third-party listings, social media posts and screenshots can become outdated quickly.

Some animal listings may show that the animal’s location is subject to change and that users should call ahead to check the current location. That one sentence is important. A pet may be at the shelter, in foster, part of a courtesy rehoming listing, moved for care, or no longer available by the time a visitor arrives.

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Search official adoptable pets first

Start with the Davis County adoptable pets page. Save the animal name, species, breed description, age, location note and any listing details before calling or visiting.

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Call ahead if location matters

If the listing says location is subject to change, call 801-444-2200 before driving. This is especially important for foster pets, popular dogs, young animals or animals listed from a courtesy rehoming route.

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Plan around kennel hours

Public hours do not always mean kennel viewing is available. Avoid the 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. kennel closure and arrive early enough to meet the pet and ask questions.

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Ask fit questions before choosing

Ask about temperament, energy level, medical notes, vaccine records, spay/neuter status, children, resident pets, housing rules, leash behavior, litter habits and first-week adjustment.

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Confirm fees, records and license needs

Before finalizing adoption, verify the current adoption fee, included care, microchip details, spay/neuter status, licensing requirements and any special event pricing.

🐾 Strong adoption filter: Do not choose only by photo. A good adoption match depends on time, housing, budget, training, medical needs, other pets and whether the animal’s real behavior fits the home.
Fee check

Davis County Animal Adoption Fees, Specials and What to Verify Before Paying

Davis County’s official pages can show live animals and shelter services, while adoption fee specials may change through events or short campaigns. For that reason, the safest public guidance is to verify the current adoption fee directly from Animal Care of Davis County or the specific animal listing before visiting or paying.

Do not copy old Facebook adoption specials, old third-party shelter profiles or outdated fee screenshots as if they are permanent policy. Adult dog specials, waived cat fees, kitten promotions and event prices can be temporary. A publish-ready shelter page should send users to the official adoption page and tell them to confirm the fee for the individual animal.

Adoption fee status

Use Animal Care of Davis County or the specific pet listing to verify current adoption cost.

Fee specials may be temporary and should not be treated as permanent.

Included care questions

Ask about spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip, county license, medical notes and post-adoption records before finalizing.

Foster or courtesy pets

If the pet is in foster or listed as a courtesy rehoming, ask exactly who handles the transfer, fee and records.

Budget reality

Adoption cost is only the start. Food, supplies, vet care, preventives, emergency care, grooming and training matter more over time.

Before paying any Davis County adoption fee

  • Confirm the animal is still available and not already adopted, reclaimed or moved.
  • Ask whether the animal is in the shelter, in foster or listed for rehoming by an owner.
  • Verify the current fee directly with the shelter or current listing.
  • Ask what veterinary care, microchip, license or spay/neuter details are included.
  • Plan for first-week supplies, pet-proofing, veterinary follow-up and long-term cost.
Fee-warning: A “free” or discounted adoption event still requires a serious ownership plan. A weak adoption match costs more later through stress, returns, medical issues or unsafe rehoming.
Pet search online

How to View Davis County Adoptable Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Birds and Small Animals

The official adoptable pets page is the best starting point for users who want to adopt from Davis County Animal Care. Animal listings may include dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, birds and other small animals depending on current shelter intake.

Listings can change fast. A pet may be adopted, reclaimed, moved to foster, moved back to the shelter, placed with a rescue, listed for courtesy rehoming, or temporarily unavailable. The listing itself may note that the animal’s location is subject to change and that users should call ahead to check the current location.

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Search Official Listings

Use Davis County’s official adoptable pets page before trusting copied photos or old social posts.

Official inventory first
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Call Before Driving

Call 801-444-2200 when the location note matters or you are visiting for one specific animal.

Avoid wasted trips
⚠️ Availability warning: Do not promise readers that a specific dog, cat, puppy, kitten, rabbit, bird or small animal will still be available. Send users to the official listing and shelter phone number.
Lost pets

Davis County Lost Pets, Found Animals and the Five-Business-Day Stray Wait

If your pet is missing in Davis County, act quickly. Animal Care of Davis County provides lost and found animal resources and asks users to search recently brought-in animals and submit a lost pet form. The county also reminds users that including a photo can significantly increase the chance of identifying a missing pet.

The official found animals page warns that stray animals are subject to a statutory stray wait period of only five business days. After that period, they can be adopted by the public and become another person’s legal property. That is a serious timing rule. Owners should not wait several days before checking the shelter.

Call the shelter

801-444-2200

Call as soon as you believe your missing pet may be at Animal Care of Davis County.

Stray wait period

Stray animals are subject to a five-business-day statutory stray wait period before they may be adopted by the public.

Submit lost pet info

Use the official lost animal resources and include a clear photo, location, date, time and contact information.

Prepare proof

Bring ID, proof of ownership, vet records, photos and microchip registry information if reclaiming.

Lost pet steps that actually help

  • Call Animal Care of Davis County at 801-444-2200.
  • Search the official lost and found animal pages.
  • Submit a lost pet form with a clear photo.
  • Check frequently because five business days can pass quickly.
  • Update your pet’s microchip company contact information immediately.
  • Visit in person when a similar animal appears online.
  • Check nearby shelters if the pet may have crossed city or county lines.
Critical timing: A five-business-day stray wait is not long. Owners should search, call and visit quickly instead of relying only on neighborhood posts.
Found animals

Found a Pet in Davis County? Check ID, Report It and Help the Owner Reclaim

If you found a dog, cat or other pet in Davis County, do not assume the animal has no owner. Check for visible ID if safe, ask about microchip scanning, contact Animal Care of Davis County, and use official found animal resources so the owner has the best chance to find the animal before the statutory wait period ends.

A found animal may be frightened, injured, sick or difficult to handle. Do not force contact with an aggressive, trapped, injured or panicked animal. In unsafe situations, use official field services or emergency dispatch instead of trying to solve it alone.

Safe found pet

Call 801-444-2200 and ask about the correct found animal process for the location.

Microchip scan

Ask a shelter, veterinarian or animal services route about scanning the animal when safe.

Owner proof

If someone claims the animal from you directly, ask for proof such as photos, vet records or matching identifying details.

Unsafe animal

Use official animal services help for aggressive, injured, trapped, sick or frightened animals.

Safety first: Good intentions are not enough. A scared animal can bite, run or get hurt. Use official help when the animal is unsafe or difficult to contain.
Impound reclaim

How to Reclaim an Impounded Pet From Davis County Animal Care

If your lost pet appears on Davis County’s found animals page, the official instruction is to come to the shelter or call 801-444-2200 as soon as possible. The found animals page says stray animals are subject to the statutory stray wait period of only five business days, after which they can be adopted by the public.

For reclaim, Davis County says to bring ID, proof of ownership and payment for impound and boarding fees if applicable. Proof of ownership may be verified by veterinary records, photos and microchip registry information. The official found animals page lists an impound fee of $45 and boarding fees of $15 per night, if applicable.

Call first

801-444-2200

Call as soon as you believe your pet is at the shelter.

Listed impound fee

$45

Verify current fee with the shelter before paying.

Listed boarding fee

$15 per night

This may apply in addition to impound fees.

Proof needed

ID, proof of ownership, vet records, photos and microchip registry information may be used to verify ownership.

🏷️ Practical note: Reclaim gets much easier when your pet’s microchip, collar tag, license and veterinary records are current before the pet goes missing.
Licensing

Davis County Dog and Cat Licensing Fees, Microchip Status and Senior Lifetime License

Davis County provides official licensing information for dogs and cats. License fees depend on whether the pet is sterilized and microchipped. The county also lists lifetime license options for qualifying owners age 60 or over when the pet is sterilized and microchipped.

Dog licensing and cat licensing should not be confused with adoption. Adoption may give you the animal, but licensing helps with compliance and can improve the chance of a quick reunion if the pet is lost. A visible tag, microchip and current owner information work together.

Dog license fees

1-year sterilized and microchipped dog: $15.

3-year sterilized and microchipped dog: $40.

1-year unsterilized and/or unmicrochipped dog: $40.

Lifetime sterilized and microchipped dog: $25 for qualifying owner age 60+.

Cat license fees

1-year sterilized and microchipped cat: $5.

3-year sterilized and microchipped cat: $10.

1-year unsterilized and/or unmicrochipped cat: $15.

Lifetime sterilized and microchipped cat: $10 for qualifying owner age 60+.

Why microchip matters

Sterilized and microchipped pets qualify for lower license pricing in listed county fee categories.

Additional pet permit

Davis County lists an additional pet permit application with a $100 non-refundable application fee.

Review requirements before applying.

Licensing warning: Do not wait until a pet is missing to fix the license, microchip and tag problem. Keep all records current while the pet is safely at home.
Animal control and support

Davis County Field Services, Emergency Dispatch, Pet Resources and Safe Haven Help

Davis County lists 24-hour emergency dispatch availability through Animal Care. Use normal shelter contact for routine adoption, licensing, lost/found and non-urgent questions. Use the emergency route when the situation involves urgent public safety, dangerous animals, injured animals or time-sensitive field response.

Animal Care of Davis County also lists pet resources, rehoming tools and Safe Haven support. The rehoming list-your-pet form is a courtesy online listing for Davis County residents only, and the county says it does not take responsibility for transfers of ownership resulting from that service. Safe Haven may help with short-term housing for a pet during a crisis.

24-hour emergency dispatch

Davis County notes 24-hour emergency dispatch availability through Animal Care.

Use it for urgent animal-related safety needs.

Pet resources

Animal Care lists pet resources for health, safety, rehoming, wellness and community support.

Rehoming listing

The list-your-pet form is a courtesy online listing for Davis County residents only.

Owner contact information may be shown to prospective adopters.

Safe Haven

If someone is facing a crisis and needs short-term housing for a pet, Animal Care may be able to help through Safe Haven.

Emergency rule: For active danger, severe bite, injured person, dangerous loose animal, animal trapped in immediate danger or public safety risk, do not rely on slow email or social posts. Use the official emergency dispatch route.
Portal confusion

Davis County Animal Shelter Utah vs Daviess County, Davis City and Private Rescue Listings

The search phrase “davis county animal shelter” can lead to the official Animal Care of Davis County in Utah, Daviess County shelters in other states, city-specific animal control offices, Petfinder profiles, Adopt-a-Pet listings, rescue groups and social media lost-pet groups. These are not interchangeable.

This matters because the official shelter address, phone number, hours, kennel closure, stray wait period, impound fees, boarding fees, licensing fees and emergency dispatch route are specific to Animal Care of Davis County in Fruit Heights, Utah.

This page covers

Animal Care of Davis County at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037.

Not the same as

Daviess County shelters, Davis city pages, out-of-state shelters, private rescues or old pet directory pages.

Why it matters

Wrong organization means wrong hours, wrong animal listing, wrong fee, wrong license rule and wrong emergency route.

Fast check

Confirm the Utah county domain, Fruit Heights address, 801-444-2200 phone number and official listing before visiting.

Map and location

Davis County Animal Shelter Map and Visit Location

Animal Care of Davis County is located at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037. Use this location for official shelter visits, adoption questions, lost-pet checks, found-animal guidance, licensing questions and reclaim help. Remember that kennels are closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Animal Care of Davis County

Address: 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037

Most searched questions

Davis County Animal Shelter FAQs

What is the official Davis County Animal Shelter?

The official shelter is Animal Care of Davis County, located at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037.

What are Davis County Animal Shelter hours in 2026?

Animal Care of Davis County lists hours as Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Kennels are closed Monday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., while the shelter is open for other services.

What is the Davis County Animal Care phone number?

The main phone number is 801-444-2200. The fax number is 801-444-2212.

Where is Animal Care of Davis County located?

Animal Care of Davis County is located at 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights, Utah 84037.

How do I adopt from Davis County Animal Care?

Start with the official adoptable pets page, check the animal’s current location note, call 801-444-2200 if needed, avoid the 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. kennel closure, and verify the current adoption fee and included records before finalizing.

Are Davis County adoption fees always the same?

No. Adoption fees and specials can change. Verify the current fee directly through Animal Care of Davis County or the specific pet listing before visiting or paying.

What should I do if my pet is lost in Davis County?

Call 801-444-2200, search the official lost and found pages, submit a lost pet form with a clear photo, update your microchip information, and visit quickly if a similar animal appears.

How long is the Davis County stray wait period?

Davis County’s found animal page says stray animals are subject to a statutory stray wait period of only five business days. After that, they can be adopted by the public and become another person’s legal property.

How much does it cost to reclaim an impounded pet in Davis County?

The official found animals page lists an impound fee of $45 and boarding fees of $15 per night, if applicable. Bring ID, proof of ownership and payment, and call 801-444-2200 to verify current requirements.

What proof do I need to reclaim my pet?

Davis County says proof of ownership may be verified by veterinary records, photos and microchip registry information. Bring photo ID and any pet records you have.

What are Davis County dog license fees?

Listed dog license fees include $15 for a one-year sterilized and microchipped dog license, $40 for a three-year sterilized and microchipped dog license, $40 for a one-year unsterilized and/or unmicrochipped dog license, and $25 for a qualifying lifetime license for owners age 60 or over with a sterilized and microchipped dog.

What are Davis County cat license fees?

Listed cat license fees include $5 for a one-year sterilized and microchipped cat license, $10 for a three-year sterilized and microchipped cat license, $15 for a one-year unsterilized and/or unmicrochipped cat license, and $10 for a qualifying lifetime license for owners age 60 or over with a sterilized and microchipped cat.

Does Davis County Animal Care offer emergency dispatch?

Yes. Davis County lists 24-hour emergency dispatch availability. Use the official emergency route for urgent animal safety needs and the main shelter phone for routine shelter questions.

Final summary

Best Way to Use Davis County Animal Care in 2026

The best path is simple: use the official Animal Care of Davis County website first, verify hours before visiting, avoid the 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. kennel closure if you need animal viewing, call 801-444-2200 for adoption or lost-pet help, act fast because the stray wait period is only five business days, and keep pet licensing, tags and microchip information current.

For the focus keyword davis county animal shelter, this guide covers the full user intent: adoption hours, address, phone number, kennel closure, adoptable animals, lost pets, found animals, five-business-day stray wait, impound fee, boarding fee, proof of ownership, dog licensing, cat licensing, emergency dispatch, rehoming resources, Safe Haven support, map and official links. That is the difference between a practical local shelter page and a thin article that only repeats an address.

Important Notice: This article is an independent informational guide and is not Davis County Government, Animal Care of Davis County, a veterinarian, law enforcement agency, rescue organization, emergency dispatch center or legal authority. Adoption availability, adoption fees, shelter hours, kennel closure, animal listings, stray wait timing, impound fees, boarding fees, licensing fees, emergency dispatch routing, pet resources, rehoming listings, Safe Haven availability, additional pet permit rules and shelter operations can change. Always verify urgent or official matters directly with Animal Care of Davis County, emergency services, a veterinarian or the appropriate official agency before acting.

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