Manhattan Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026
Use this Manhattan animal-help dashboard to adopt a pet, check the correct ACC building, compare adoption fees, search lost and found pets, plan a surrender appointment, license a dog, or route animal-control issues through NYC 311.
NYC intent note: this guide is for Manhattan, New York City. If you meant Manhattan, Kansas or another Manhattan, verify the city and state before using these phone numbers or addresses.
Official source checked
Last verified: August 30, 2026. This page uses ACC locations, ACC adoption fees/process, NYC Health dog license/lost pet pages, and NYC311 animal service pages.
Independent guide
Animal-Shelter.org is not ACC, NYC311, NYC Health, NYC Animal Welfare, or a city agency. Use official links and phone numbers for final action.
No fake doctor names
ACC says adoptions include a certificate for a free exam at a participating veterinarian practice, but it does not publish a doctor list or appointment schedule here. This page does not invent one.
Clickable Manhattan Animal Help Cards
Use these action cards instead of guessing whether you need the adoption center, main building, ACC website, NYC311 or 911.
Important Manhattan Hours Note: Two Nearby ACC Addresses
Manhattan ACC information can confuse visitors because the main building and the newer Pet Adoption Center are on different blocks, and ACC’s locations page also shows repeated Manhattan hours text. Use this split before you travel.
Adoption-first address
Manhattan Pet Adoption Center
323 East 109th Street, New York, NY 10029.
ACC’s location page lists this center as open for adoptions Monday-Friday 12pm-7pm and Saturday-Sunday 11am-5pm.
Main care-center address
Manhattan Animal Care Center main building
326 East 110th Street, New York, NY 10029.
ACC lists operations Monday-Sunday 10am-6pm. Lost/found checks are available daily, but ACC says to call before coming, especially outside normal business hours.
Manhattan ACC Adoption Hours and Operation Hours
Do not treat “open” and “adoption browsing” as the same thing. Adoption, operations, surrender and lost/found routes can have different timing rules.
| Need | Official listed place / timing | Best visitor action |
|---|---|---|
| Adopt in Manhattan | Manhattan Pet Adoption Center, 323 E 109th St. Monday-Friday 12pm-7pm; Saturday-Sunday 11am-5pm. | Check pets first, then go early enough for wait-list, counseling, interaction and paperwork. |
| Main care-center operations | 326 E 110th St. Monday-Sunday 10am-6pm. | Use for care-center routing, but call before lost/found or surrender-related travel. |
| Repeated Manhattan adoption listing | ACC page also shows Manhattan main building adoption hours as Monday-Friday 12pm-6pm; Saturday-Sunday 11am-5pm. | Use this as a call-ahead warning, not a reason to arrive late. |
| Lost/found check | ACC says lost/found checks are available daily and the online database is available 24/7. | Call before coming, especially outside business hours. |
| Pet surrender | Appointment only. | Use ACC surrender resources and questionnaire; do not walk in expecting a fast intake. |
| Field services | ACC contact page says field services should contact 311. | Use 311 for stray/abandoned animal reports and 911 for immediate danger. |
ACC Adoption Fees and What Is Included
ACC fees can change during promotions, but the official adoption page lists the following core fee table and notes. Ask staff before payment if an animal has a deposit, promotion or special placement rule.
| Animal | Official listed fee | Included / verified | Ask before adopting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog or puppy, 6 months and under | $250 | Adoption package includes spay/neuter, initial wellness vaccinations, pre-registered microchip and collar; dog adoptions include leash and heartworm test. | Ask about size, behavior notes, medical needs and follow-up exam certificate. |
| Dog, 7 months and over | $75 | Same core adoption package, with dog-specific leash and heartworm test. | Ask whether the pet needs a transition plan, training support or adult-only home. |
| Small dog under 20 lb, 7 months and over | $150 | Same core adoption package. | Small dogs may move fast; confirm availability before travel. |
| Long-stay dog, 90+ days | $25 | Same core adoption package. | Ask why the pet has stayed longer and what support would help. |
| Kitten, 6 months and under | $125 | Cat adoptions include FELV/FIV testing and cardboard cat carrier, plus core adoption package. | Ask about kitten-proofing, litter habits and booster timing. |
| Cat, 7 months to 4 years | $75 | FELV/FIV testing, carrier and core package. | Ask about home history and any shelter-stress notes. |
| Cat, 5 years and over | $25 | FELV/FIV testing, carrier and core package. | Ask about senior-cat health notes, medication and quiet-room setup. |
| Two kittens | $200 | Two-kitten package listed by ACC. | Ask whether they are bonded or simply adopted together. |
| Rabbit | $75; bonded pair $100 | ACC notes rabbit adoptions may require more than one visit and readiness review. | Bring photos of setup and supplies if requested. |
| Guinea pig | $25; bonded pair $40 | ACC notes guinea pig adoptions may require more than one visit and readiness review. | Review care packets and prepare enclosure photos. |
Manhattan ACC Adoption Micro-Steps
ACC uses a wait-list system to limit the number of people in the building at one time. Plan for more than a quick walk-through.
Search before traveling
Check available pets through ACC’s app/listing and note the animal ID, species, age, behavior notes and location.
Keep your group small
ACC asks prospective adopters to have no more than two people in their adoption party.
Prepare for the wait-list
If the building is at capacity, adopters may be directed to sign up for a wait-list and get a text when it is their turn.
Bring required documents
You must be at least 18, bring valid photo ID, and bring proof of current address such as a utility bill.
Plan several hours
The process can include an application, adoption counseling and interacting with the animal.
Ask before paying
Confirm fee, license, deposit, spay/neuter timing, microchip, free exam certificate, behavior notes and first-week care plan.
Lost or Found Pet in Manhattan
NYC lost-pet work is time-sensitive. Combine ACC’s database, NYC Health advice, daily checks, microchip updates, signs and safe handling.
If your pet is lost
- File an ACC lost pet report and check ACC’s online found-pet database every day.
- Call 212-788-4000 before coming to the shelter, especially outside business hours.
- If you see a possible match online, visit the identified shelter to reclaim; photos and descriptions can be imperfect.
- Search your building, stairwells, basement areas, courtyards, trash rooms, parks and previous walking routes.
- Post large signs readable from about 10 feet and include a photo, cross streets and contact method.
- Tell neighbors, supers, doormen, mail carriers, sanitation workers and local pet stores.
- Update microchip information manually with the microchip company.
If you found an animal
- If the animal is aggressive, dangerous or threatening, call 911.
- If the animal appears sick or injured, call 311 instead of trying to handle it.
- If a dog has an NYC dog license tag, use the NYC Dog eLocator process through NYC Health.
- Bring the pet to a shelter or veterinary hospital to scan for a microchip if safe.
- File a found report with ACC and include a recent full-body photo.
- Call before bringing a found pet to ACC, especially outside normal business hours.
- Do not privately rehome a found animal before the owner has a fair chance to reclaim.
Animal Control, Field Services and 311 Routing
In NYC, many “animal control” searches are really 311 service routes. ACC’s contact page says field services should contact 311.
| Situation | Best route | Prepare this information |
|---|---|---|
| Stray or abandoned dog | Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK at 212-639-9675. | Your contact info, exact location/cross streets, description, condition, behavior, duration there, photos if safe and known owner info. |
| Stray or abandoned indoor cat | Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK; ACC accepts reports by phone during regular business hours. | Explain whether the cat appears indoor, lost, abandoned, sick or injured. |
| Healthy stray or feral cat | Do not assume ACC intake is best. | Check for collar, tipped ear, microchip if safe and community-cat resources. |
| Orphaned kittens | 311 / ACC guidance. | Monitor from a distance first; do not separate kittens from mother if she may return. |
| Sick or injured found animal | Call 311; call 911 if there is immediate danger. | Exact location, visible injury/illness, behavior and whether the animal is contained. |
| Dangerous animal actively threatening people | Call 911. | Stay away, keep others back and give exact location. |
| Healthy wildlife nuisance | ACC generally does not trap healthy wild animals. | Use caution, do not feed/touch, and check licensed nuisance wildlife removal resources when appropriate. |
Animal Bites, Scratches and Rabies Concern
NYC Health says animal bites must be reported. Use medical care first when needed, then report through the correct city route.
Move away from the animal. If the animal is still threatening people, call 911.
Wash the bite wound with soap and water.
Get owner information or witness information if possible, without putting yourself at risk.
Report the bite online or by calling 311. Contact a medical provider, emergency room or urgent care center for treatment guidance.
Surrender, Rehome and Owner Support
ACC asks owners to try support and rehoming options before surrender when possible. Surrender is by appointment only.
Appointment only
ACC says bringing a pet without an appointment can result in long wait times, associated fees and stress for your pet.
Fee difference
NYC311 says surrender is free if you make an appointment, but a no-appointment drop-off is charged $50.
Emergency surrender question
ACC says to call 212-788-4000 if there is an emergency situation involving surrender.
Rehome first
ACC points owners to rehoming tools that may place the pet without shelter stress.
Deferred intake
ACC says it may seek placement while the pet remains in the home, or match some pets with rescue organizations.
Owner support
ACC lists support that may include routine veterinary care, behavior advice, supplies, tenant/landlord help, emergency vet funding and other resources.
NYC Dog License: What Manhattan Adopters Need
Dog licensing is handled by NYC Health, not by this website. ACC also notes that NYC residents adopting dogs must purchase a dog license.
| License issue | NYC Health detail | Practical action |
|---|---|---|
| Apply | You can apply online or download and mail an application. | Use the official NYC dog license page. |
| Processing | NYC Health says you will receive the dog license within two to four weeks after payment is processed. | Keep payment and application records. |
| Spayed/neutered dog | $8.50 per year. | Prepare spay/neuter information. |
| Not spayed/neutered and over 4 months | $34. | Higher fee applies. |
| Not spayed/neutered and under 4 months | $8.50. | Check age and future renewal obligations. |
| Late renewal | $2 for each year the license was not renewed. | Renew before expiration. |
| Replacement tag | $1. | Request online or by mail with license information. |
| Payment | Online payment uses debit/credit/e-check; mail payment uses check or money order. | NYC licensing events do not accept cash. |
Community Pet Support and Public Vet-Service Limits
Do not assume Manhattan ACC is a walk-in public vet clinic. ACC has community pet resources, but public medical help is routed through programs, clinics and partners.
Vaccines and microchips
ACC’s Community Pets Program lists free pop-up vaccine and microchip clinics in Bronx and Queens, plus referrals and resource connections.
Spay/neuter help
ACC says it does not perform spay/neuter surgeries for people’s pets directly, but the Community Pets Program can provide appointments with partners and low-cost resources.
Housing and pet issues
ACC lists tenant advocacy and pet-related housing assistance resources for people trying to keep their pets.
Parking, Transit and Arrival Planning
ACC verifies the Manhattan addresses, but the official pages do not publish a dedicated free parking lot, parking-space count, accessible-parking inventory or visitor parking fee for these buildings. This guide does not invent those details.
Use the correct doorway
For adoption, navigate to 323 East 109th Street. For main care-center routing, use 326 East 110th Street. They are close but not the same address.
Prefer transit if possible
East Harlem street parking can be limited. Use live transit/parking navigation, check posted signs and leave extra time for the wait-list process.
Call if access matters
If you need step-free access, carrier help, a reclaim visit or guidance for a found animal, call 212-788-4000 before leaving.
Before You Leave Home
Animal ID/name, photo ID, proof of address, payment method, carrier/leash and enough time for wait-list and counseling.
Recent full-body photo, microchip number, license/tag details, cross streets, last-seen date and contact number.
Exact location, photos, collar/tag details, behavior, whether contained and whether the animal appears sick or injured.
Call first, use ACC support resources, complete questionnaire, gather vet records, behavior notes and owner information.
Copy/Paste Call Scripts
Adoption
Hi, I’m interested in adopting [animal name/ID] at Manhattan ACC. Is this pet still available, which Manhattan address should I go to, and should I expect a wait-list today?Lost pet
Hi, I lost my [dog/cat/rabbit/other] near [cross streets] on [date]. The pet is [description] and may be microchipped/licensed. Has a matching animal arrived at ACC?Found pet
Hi, I found a [dog/cat/other] near [exact location]. The animal is [safe/sick/injured/aggressive]. I can/cannot hold the animal safely. Should I use 311, bring the pet in, or file a found report first?Surrender
Hi, I need help with possible surrender or rehoming for my [pet]. I live in [borough]. Can I speak with admissions about resources, deferred intake, appointment requirements and fees?Map: Manhattan ACC Adoption Center Area
Use this map for the Manhattan adoption-center area. Verify live directions and whether your task belongs at 323 East 109th Street, 326 East 110th Street, 311, or another ACC center before traveling.
Related Animal-Shelter.org Guides
Use these only for broader planning or nearby comparisons. Always use ACC and NYC311 for Manhattan-specific action.
Official Manhattan / NYC Animal Links
The practical details are summarized above. Use these official links for live hours, forms, reports, fees and final verification.
Manhattan Animal Shelter FAQ
What is the Manhattan ACC phone number?
The general phone number for Animal Care Centers of NYC is 212-788-4000.
Where is the Manhattan Pet Adoption Center?
The Manhattan Pet Adoption Center is listed at 323 East 109th Street, New York, NY 10029.
Where is the Manhattan Animal Care Center main building?
The Manhattan Animal Care Center main building is listed at 326 East 110th Street, New York, NY 10029.
What are Manhattan ACC adoption hours?
ACC lists the Manhattan Pet Adoption Center as open for adoptions Monday through Friday from 12pm to 7pm and Saturday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm. ACC also shows a repeated Manhattan care-center adoption listing of Monday through Friday from 12pm to 6pm and Saturday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm, so verify live hours before traveling.
What are Manhattan ACC operation hours?
ACC lists Manhattan Animal Care Center operations as Monday through Sunday from 10am to 6pm.
How much are ACC dog adoption fees?
ACC lists dog and puppy fees as $250 for dogs six months and under, $75 for dogs seven months and over, $150 for small dogs under 20 pounds that are seven months and over, and $25 for long-stay dogs of 90 days or more.
How much are ACC cat adoption fees?
ACC lists cat and kitten fees as $125 for cats six months and under, $75 for cats seven months to four years, $25 for cats five years and over, and $200 for two kittens.
What do I need to adopt from ACC?
ACC says adopters need to be at least 18, bring valid photo ID, bring proof of current address such as a utility bill, and complete the adoption process that can include an application, counseling and animal interaction.
Who handles animal control in Manhattan?
For field services and many animal-control issues in Manhattan, ACC’s contact page says to contact 311. Use 911 if an animal is currently threatening or endangering people.
Can I surrender a pet at Manhattan ACC without an appointment?
ACC says pet surrender is by appointment only. NYC311 says surrender is free with an appointment, but a no-appointment drop-off is charged $50.
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