Marshall County Animal Shelter, Adoption & Pets 2026

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Marshall County WV animal help • adoption • stray dogs • rescue pets

Marshall County Animal Shelter, Adoption & Pets 2026

This page covers the Marshall County Animal Shelter in Moundsville, West Virginia. Use it to check adoption hours, pet fees, application steps, lost/found routes, stray-dog contacts, foster help, donations and official links.

Important county check: several U.S. states have a Marshall County animal facility. This page is for the Northern West Virginia shelter at 37 Animal Shelter Drive, Moundsville, WV 26041.

Pick My Action Adoption Hours Lost / Found Pet
Phone: 304-845-9770 Email: mcaswv@gmail.com Moundsville, WV Call before driving
🐶Dogs
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🐕Puppies
🐈Kittens
🐾Rescue
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ANIMAL SHELTER
Fast answer: Marshall County Animal Shelter is listed at 37 Animal Shelter Dr, Moundsville, WV 26041. Phone: 304-845-9770. Email: mcaswv@gmail.com. Petfinder lists public hours as Monday, Wednesday-Saturday 11am-4pm, Tuesday closed, and Sunday 12pm-4pm. Because shelter hours and animal availability can change, call before driving.
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Official source checked

Last verified: August 12, 2026. Details use the official MCAS website plus professional Petfinder/WV public listing sources for address, hours, phone and adoptable-pet routing.

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Correct county identified

This page is for Moundsville, West Virginia, not Marshall County KY, IN, AL or TN. Use the disambiguation section if you meant another state.

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No fake details

No fake reviews, fake ratings, fake staff names, fake emergency routes, or fake opening hours were added. Unclear items are marked “call to verify.”

Main phone304-845-9770
Emailmcaswv@gmail.com
Address37 Animal Shelter Dr
Stray dog routeSheriff: 304-843-1500

Choose What You Need

Clickable Marshall County Animal Help Cards

Tap the matching action. This keeps the page practical and avoids a paragraph-heavy directory feel.

Official siteOpen MCAS websiteStart here for shelter services, adoption, donation and contact pages. Adoptable petsView Petfinder petsPetfinder lists animals, hours, address, phone and application note. Call shelter304-845-9770Ask about availability, application, fees, visit timing and animal status. Emailmcaswv@gmail.comUse for adoption questions, foster interest, volunteer questions or documentation. Stray dogCall Sheriff officeMCAS says stray dogs should be reported to the Sheriff office at 304-843-1500. FosterAsk about fosteringMCAS says its foster program helps animals needing temporary homes. DonateSupport shelter animalsOfficial site says adoption, donation and volunteer support help animals in care. FacebookCheck current postsUse for recent animals, updates and shelter announcements; verify by phone. Wrong state?Check other Marshall CountiesKY, IN, AL and TN have separate animal services pages.

Make Sure This Is the Right Marshall County

The keyword is ambiguous. This page focuses on the exact-name Marshall County Animal Shelter in Moundsville, WV.

If you meant…Correct routeWhy it matters
Marshall County Animal Shelter, West VirginiaThis page: Moundsville, WVExact shelter name, MCAS website, 304-845-9770, 37 Animal Shelter Dr.
Marshall County Animal Care & Control, KentuckyMarshall County KY Animal Care & ControlDifferent facility, Benton KY address, different fees and hours.
Marshall County Humane Society, IndianaMarshall County Humane Society Plymouth INDifferent organization, Indiana phone and limited public hours.
Marshall County Animal Control, AlabamaMarshall County AL Animal ControlDifferent animal-control facility and adoption application route.
SEO/user-intent note: adding this disambiguation helps users avoid wrong calls, wrong maps and wrong county rules.

Who to Call First

Use this table before driving, bringing in a stray, or applying for a specific pet.

SituationCall / clickWhat to sayNext micro-step
Adopt a dog or cat304-845-9770 or Petfinder“Is [pet name/ID] still available, and what should I bring?”Ask whether an application is required before visiting.
Stray dog in Marshall County WVSheriff office: 304-843-1500“I found/saw a stray dog near [exact location].”Follow officer/shelter instructions; do not transport if unsafe.
Found stray catCall shelter“I found a cat near [location]. Is there a current cat intake or brochure route?”MCAS says to refer to the cat brochure; call to confirm current advice.
Lost pet304-845-9770“My pet is missing near [cross streets]. Has a matching animal been brought in?”Send photo, check Petfinder/Facebook, and visit if advised.
Foster or volunteermcaswv@gmail.com“I want to foster/volunteer. What are the current needs and forms?”Ask about dog walking, cats, cleaning, transport or temporary homes.
Donate items or moneyOfficial site“What items are most needed this week?”Do not drop restricted items without checking.

Marshall County Animal Shelter Adoption Hours

The official MCAS website says visitors are welcome during normal business hours, while Petfinder lists the public hours below. Because animal availability changes quickly, call before driving.

DayPublic hours listed on PetfinderBest actionWhy call first?
Monday11am-4pmCall in the morning, then visit if the pet is still available.Pets can be adopted quickly.
TuesdayClosedUse website/Petfinder/Facebook only.Do not assume public visits.
Wednesday11am-4pmGood mid-week adoption check.Application status may affect meet timing.
Thursday11am-4pmCall before lunch for current animals.Animal status can change.
Friday11am-4pmAsk about weekend availability.Popular pets may not wait.
Saturday11am-4pmArrive earlier if approved to visit.Weekend visits can be busier.
Sunday12pm-4pmCall or message before driving.Sunday availability should be confirmed.
Practical rule: do not rely only on a listing screenshot. Call 304-845-9770 to confirm the pet, hours and application process before you drive.

Adoption Fees and What They Include

MCAS official FAQ lists adoption fees by animal type and age. A current Petfinder listing also gives detailed inclusion notes.

PetFeeIncluded / noted servicesAsk before adopting
Senior dog$105MCAS says adoption fees include spay/neuter, vaccines and microchips. Petfinder notes dog adoptions may include Bordetella/DHLPP/Rabies, testing and preventives.Age, energy level, medications, home fit.
Adult dog$170Spay/neuter, vaccines and microchip included according to MCAS FAQ.Leash behavior, dog/cat/kid history, exercise needs.
Puppy$185Spay/neuter, vaccines and microchip included according to MCAS FAQ.Vaccine schedule, training, chewing, crate routine.
Adult cat$70Spay/neuter, vaccines and microchip included according to MCAS FAQ.Litter habits, other cats, indoor transition, medical notes.
Kitten$75Spay/neuter, vaccines and microchip included according to MCAS FAQ.Booster timing, kitten-proofing, food, litter setup.
Fee safety note: use the official phone number to verify today’s fee before visiting, especially if a pet listing is old or a promotion is running.

Adoption Micro-Steps

Follow this order so you do not waste a visit or miss an application requirement.

Check current pets

Open the Petfinder listing and the shelter’s social posts. Screenshot the pet name, photo and ID if shown.

Call before you go

Call 304-845-9770 and ask whether the pet is still available and whether an adoption application should be completed before visiting.

Prepare your household

Bring all decision-makers if required, confirm landlord/pet rules if renting, and plan transport with a leash or carrier.

Ask care questions

Ask about spay/neuter, microchip, vaccines, testing, preventives, food, behavior notes and the first vet visit.

Bring proof and payment

Bring photo ID, payment method and any paperwork the shelter requests. Do not assume every payment method is accepted.

Use a slow first week

Set up a quiet room or crate, keep introductions slow, and follow shelter/vet instructions for food, medication and activity.

Lost or Found Pet in Marshall County WV

Use shelter contact, law-enforcement route, photos and community posts together.

If your pet is lost

  • Call Marshall County Animal Shelter at 304-845-9770.
  • Send or prepare a clear recent photo with color, size, collar and microchip details.
  • Check Petfinder and the shelter’s social pages for newly posted animals.
  • Search close: porches, sheds, garages, under vehicles, alleys and nearby yards.
  • Update microchip contact details immediately.
  • Post cross streets, date/time and one safe contact method in local lost/found pet groups.
  • Make flyers for vet offices, stores, community boards and nearby intersections.

If you found an animal

  • If safe, keep the animal away from traffic and separate from your pets.
  • Take photos before moving the animal.
  • For a stray dog, MCAS says to call the Sheriff office at 304-843-1500.
  • For a stray cat, call the shelter and ask for the current cat brochure/intake guidance.
  • Ask a vet office or shelter route about microchip scanning.
  • Post exact found location without giving every identifying detail.
  • Do not privately rehome a found pet before the owner has a fair chance to reclaim.
Found-pet caution: intake rules can change based on capacity, species and location. Call first instead of dropping off an animal without instructions.

Stray Dog vs Stray Cat Route

This is a key user-intent detail from the official MCAS FAQ.

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Stray dog

MCAS says if you find a stray dog, call the Sheriff office at 304-843-1500.

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Stray cat

MCAS says if you found a stray cat, refer to the brochure. Since brochure details may change, call 304-845-9770 for the current route.

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Unsafe animal

Do not handle an aggressive, injured or unsafe animal. Call the proper local authority and give exact location and description.

Foster, Volunteer and Donation Help

MCAS says community support can help through adoption, donation, volunteering and fostering.

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Foster

The shelter says its foster program is growing and looks for temporary homes for animals in need. Email or call before applying.

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Volunteer

Ask about current volunteer needs such as cleaning, socialization, dog walking, transport, events or donation sorting.

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Donate

Before dropping items, ask what is currently needed. Food, bedding and supplies may have brand, condition or storage limits.

Before You Leave Home

Adoption

Pet screenshot, ID, payment, carrier/leash, landlord approval if renting.

Lost pet

Recent photo, microchip number, collar/tag details, exact cross streets.

Found pet

Photos, found location/time, safe containment, call Sheriff for stray dog route.

Foster/volunteer

Email, schedule, experience, pet limits at home, transport availability.

Copy/Paste Call Scripts

Adoption

Hi, I am interested in [pet name/ID]. Is this animal still available, and do I need to complete an application before visiting?

Lost pet

Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [cross streets]. Description: [color/size/collar/microchip]. Has a matching animal been brought in?

Found stray dog

Hi, I found/saw a stray dog near [exact location]. The dog is [safe/injured/aggressive]. What should I do next?

Foster / volunteer

Hi, I would like to help with fostering or volunteering. What are the current needs, forms and available times?

Map: Marshall County Animal Shelter

Use this map for broad navigation only. Call first to confirm hours, available animals and whether you should bring anything.

Official and Professional Links

The important details are summarized above. Use these links for live checks, current pets and final verification.

MCASMarshall County Animal ShelterOfficial shelter website with mission, services, fees, contact and support information. PETSPetfinder adoptable petsProfessional listing with address, phone, email, hours and adoption policy. FOSTERFoster programOfficial foster information for temporary homes. FBMCAS FacebookUse for recent posts, current shelter updates and community notices. CALLCall shelter304-845-9770 for adoption, lost/found and visit questions. EMAILEmail sheltermcaswv@gmail.com for adoption, foster, donation or volunteer questions.

Marshall County Animal Shelter FAQ

Which Marshall County Animal Shelter does this page cover?

This page covers Marshall County Animal Shelter in Moundsville, West Virginia, listed at 37 Animal Shelter Dr, Moundsville, WV 26041.

What is the Marshall County Animal Shelter phone number?

The main phone number listed for Marshall County Animal Shelter in Moundsville, WV is 304-845-9770.

What is the Marshall County Animal Shelter email?

The listed shelter email is mcaswv@gmail.com.

What are Marshall County Animal Shelter adoption hours?

Petfinder lists Monday, Wednesday-Saturday 11am-4pm, Tuesday closed, and Sunday 12pm-4pm. Call 304-845-9770 before visiting because hours and animal availability can change.

How much are dog adoption fees at Marshall County Animal Shelter?

MCAS lists senior dogs at $105, adult dogs at $170 and puppies at $185. Fees should be verified before visiting.

How much are cat adoption fees at Marshall County Animal Shelter?

MCAS lists adult cats at $70 and kittens at $75. Fees should be verified before visiting.

What do adoption fees include?

MCAS says adoption fees include spaying or neutering, vaccines and microchips. Petfinder listing notes may include additional testing and preventive care details by animal type.

What should I do if I find a stray dog in Marshall County WV?

MCAS says if you find a stray dog, call the Sheriff office at 304-843-1500.

What should I do if I find a stray cat?

MCAS says to refer to the stray-cat brochure. Because brochure and intake guidance may change, call the shelter at 304-845-9770 for the current route.

Can I foster animals from Marshall County Animal Shelter?

Yes. MCAS says its foster program is growing and is looking for temporary homes for animals in need. Contact the shelter for current foster needs and requirements.

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