North Little Rock Animal Shelter & Humane Society: 2026 Guide
Use this page like a North Little Rock animal-help dashboard. It separates adoption hours, shelter address, animal control, surrender rules, lost/found pets, traps, spay/neuter help, and humane-society-style support resources.
Important: the official municipal shelter is North Little Rock Animal Services at 1 Championship Drive. Nearby humane/rescue support includes NLR Friends of Animals and the separate Humane Society of Pulaski County.
Clickable North Little Rock Animal Help Cards
Choose the exact task. The page is built for action, not long paragraph reading.
North Little Rock Animal Shelter Hours
Use office hours for phone/admin questions and adoption hours for meeting adoptable pets.
| Need | Verified timing | Practical action |
|---|---|---|
| Office / general shelter help | Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Call 501-791-8577 or email animalservices@nlr.ar.gov. |
| Weekday adoption visit | Monday-Friday, 12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | Arrive with enough time to meet, ask questions and complete paperwork. |
| Saturday adoption visit | Saturday, 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | Go in person; official page says phones are not answered on Saturdays. |
| Mobile adoption unit | Event-based | Contact Animal Services or check NLR Animal Shelter Adoptables on Facebook for upcoming mobile events. |
| After-hours / weekend emergency | Outside normal hours | Call Police Department non-emergency at 501-758-1234 for animal-related emergencies. |
North Little Rock Shelter vs Humane Society: Do Not Mix These Up
This title has “Humane Society,” but the official North Little Rock municipal shelter and nearby humane organizations are different.
NLR Animal Services
The City shelter and Animal Control office at 1 Championship Drive. Use this for NLR city-limit stray animals, surrender rules, animal control and municipal shelter adoption.
NLR Friends of Animals
A voluntary organization that works in partnership with the North Little Rock Animal Shelter and raises funds to benefit shelter animals.
Humane Society of Pulaski County
A separate Little Rock organization at 14600 Colonel Glenn Road. It says it receives no city, county or state funding and is not affiliated with other organizations.
Adoption Micro-Steps
The City page gives the official adoption route, but users still need a clear process before driving.
Check adoptable pets first
Use the City’s Are you my new family? page and NLR Animal Shelter Adoptables route.
Call before a weekday visit
Call 501-791-8577 to ask if the pet is still available, especially if you saw the animal online or at a mobile event.
Visit during adoption hours
Use Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. or Saturday 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Do not rely on Saturday phone service.
Ask what the fee covers
The City says all shelter pets are spayed/neutered before going home and that the adoption fee covers spay/neuter cost.
Ask medical and behavior questions
Ask about spay/neuter timing, vaccines, temperament, kid/pet compatibility, training class, supplies and first-week setup.
Use the training class option
The City says NLR Animal Services offers a behavior and training class after adoption, with sign-up information included in the adoption packet.
Fees and What Is Publicly Listed
This section avoids fake fee numbers. It shows what the official pages publicly state.
| Fee topic | Publicly listed detail | What users should do |
|---|---|---|
| Adoption fee | The City says the adoption fee covers spay/neuter, but a current exact adoption dollar amount is not clearly published on the shelter page. | Call 501-791-8577 before visiting. |
| Owner surrender | $20 per animal for owner-surrendered animals from NLR residents. | Bring ID/proof of NLR residence and call first. |
| Owner surrender with pickup | $25 if Animal Services picks up the owner-surrendered animal. | Pickup is available in North Little Rock only. |
| Stray pickup | The shelter page says there is no charge for pickup if the animal is a stray. | Stray must be found inside North Little Rock city limits. |
| Trap service | Animal Control offers traps free of charge to residents for stray/feral dogs and cats or skunks near the house. | Call 501-791-8577. |
Lost or Found Pet in North Little Rock
Use city-limit routing first. North Little Rock Animal Shelter accepts stray animals found inside NLR city limits.
If your pet is lost
- Call North Little Rock Animal Shelter at 501-791-8577.
- Email animalservices@nlr.ar.gov with clear photos if requested.
- Check NLR Animal Shelter Adoptables and recent shelter posts.
- Search nearby streets, Burns Park area, garages, sheds, under vehicles and porches.
- Update microchip contact details immediately.
- Prepare proof of ownership: photos, vet records, microchip, license, rabies certificate and ID.
If you found an animal
- Confirm the animal was found inside North Little Rock city limits.
- Call 501-791-8577 during office hours.
- For after-hours or weekend animal emergencies, call 501-758-1234.
- Keep the found animal separate from your pets if you can safely hold it.
- Do not handle aggressive, injured or dangerous animals yourself.
- Ask whether pickup, intake or a microchip scan is the next step.
Animal Surrender and Intake Rules
This is one of the most important intent sections for users who cannot keep a pet.
NLR residents only
The shelter accepts owner-surrendered animals from people who reside in North Little Rock.
NLR strays only
The shelter accepts stray animals found inside North Little Rock city limits.
Surrender fee
The shelter page lists owner surrender fees as $20 per animal, or $25 if the animal is picked up.
North Little Rock Animal Control Services
Animal Services is two departments in one: Animal Control and the Animal Shelter.
| Issue | Official route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Stray or feral dogs/cats | Call 501-791-8577 | Exact location, animal description, safety risk, whether animal is contained. |
| Skunk near the house | Ask Animal Control about a free trap | Address, location of issue, safe placement area. |
| Animal neglect | Animal Control | Address, photos if safe, dates/times, visible condition. |
| Running at large / leash issue | Animal Control | Address, repeated pattern, description of animal and owner if known. |
| After-hours emergency | Police Department non-emergency 501-758-1234 | Use for animal-related emergencies outside normal hours. |
Pet License and Rabies Rule
The official Animal Control page gives a simple rule: dogs and cats need yearly rabies vaccination and a current city license.
Rabies vaccination
Dogs and cats, including indoor pets, must be given a yearly rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian.
City license
Pets must have a current City License. The City says yearly licenses can be purchased at a veterinarian’s office or at the Animal Shelter.
Ask before going
Call 501-791-8577 and ask what proof and payment are currently required for your pet license.
Spay/Neuter Help and NLR Friends of Animals
This section adds practical value because many users are searching for affordable sterilization help, not just adoption hours.
Reduced-cost help
The City says NLR Friends of Animals has a spay/neuter program to help North Little Rock residents sterilize pets at reduced cost.
Voucher route
NLR Friends of Animals says to contact the Animal Shelter at 501-791-8577 to purchase a spay/neuter voucher.
Shelter pets
Per the City page, all shelter pets are spayed/neutered before going to their new home.
How to Help the North Little Rock Animal Shelter
Support intent matters for both public users and search engines because many visitors want to donate, volunteer, or help shelter animals without adopting.
Donate supplies
The North Little Rock tourism/support page lists shelter needs such as blankets without stuffing, treats, poop bags, cleaning supplies, pee pads, leashes, collars, food and toys.
Support NLR Friends
NLR Friends of Animals raises funds to benefit animals at the North Little Rock Animal Shelter.
Share adoptables
Check NLR Animal Shelter Adoptables and share current pets or mobile adoption events with local friends.
Before You Leave Home
Pet screenshot, ID, payment question, carrier/leash, landlord rules, household approval.
Recent photo, microchip number, rabies/license tag, last-seen cross streets, proof of ownership.
Exact found location, safe holding status, photos, collar/tag details, city-limit confirmation.
NLR residency proof, vet records, animal behavior notes, fee, appointment/phone confirmation.
Copy/Paste Call Scripts
Adoption
Hi, I saw [pet name/description] through North Little Rock Animal Shelter Adoptables. Is this animal still available, and what is the current adoption fee and next step?Lost pet
Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [cross streets]. Description: [color/size/collar/microchip]. Has a matching animal been brought in?Found animal
Hi, I found a [dog/cat] inside North Little Rock city limits near [exact location]. The animal is [safe/injured/aggressive]. What should I do next?Surrender
Hi, I live in North Little Rock and need to discuss surrendering [animal]. What documents, fee and appointment steps should I complete before coming in?Map: North Little Rock Animal Shelter
Use this map for shelter visits. Call first if you need phone help, surrender guidance, animal control, or exact adoption fee confirmation.
Official and Professional North Little Rock Animal Links
The important details are summarized above. Use these pages for current verification, forms, event updates and live adoptable pets.
North Little Rock Animal Shelter FAQ
What is the North Little Rock Animal Shelter phone number?
The official shelter phone number is 501-791-8577.
Where is North Little Rock Animal Shelter located?
The official shelter address is 1 Championship Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72118.
What are North Little Rock Animal Shelter adoption hours?
Adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Does North Little Rock Animal Shelter answer phones on Saturday?
The official shelter page says phones are not answered on Saturdays.
What are the office hours for North Little Rock Animal Shelter?
Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Who do I call for after-hours animal emergencies in North Little Rock?
The City says after-hours or weekend animal-related emergencies should go through the Police Department non-emergency line at 501-758-1234.
Does the shelter accept animals from outside North Little Rock?
The shelter page says it accepts owner-surrendered animals from people who reside in North Little Rock and stray animals found inside North Little Rock city limits.
How much is owner surrender at North Little Rock Animal Shelter?
The official shelter page lists owner surrender fees as $20 per animal, or $25 if Animal Services picks up the animal. Pickup is available in North Little Rock only.
Are adopted pets spayed or neutered before going home?
Yes. The City says that per state law, all Animal Shelter pets are spayed or neutered before going to their new home.
Is Humane Society of Pulaski County the same as North Little Rock Animal Shelter?
No. North Little Rock Animal Shelter is the municipal shelter at 1 Championship Drive. Humane Society of Pulaski County is a separate organization in Little Rock at 14600 Colonel Glenn Road.
Animal Shelter Action Planner: Lost Pet, Found Pet, Adoption, Reclaim & Surrender Helper
Use this free tool to create a practical next-step plan before visiting or contacting an animal shelter, humane society, rescue, or animal control agency. It does not search a live shelter database, but it helps you prepare the right documents, questions, safety steps, and official-source searches.
Build a USA-wide shelter action plan
Select your situation and location. The tool will create a general action plan, search links, call questions, and a copyable checklist.
Lost pet recovery checklist
Check the steps you have completed. This helps you stay organized during the first urgent hours and days.
Found pet safety decision helper
Use this when you find a stray or loose pet and need a safe next step.
Adoption readiness checker
This helps adopters prepare before visiting a shelter or rescue. It is not a guarantee of approval.
Pet reclaim document checklist
If your pet may be at a shelter, prepare proof before visiting. Exact requirements and fees vary by agency.
Owner surrender preparation helper
Surrender rules vary. Many shelters require appointments, proof of residence, behavior/medical information, and may offer alternatives.
Animal control contact decision helper
Choose the situation and get a general USA-wide contact path. Local rules may differ.
Adoption and first-month budget planner
This is a planning guide, not a shelter fee database. Always confirm adoption fees and included services with the shelter.
Your generated shelter plan
Your action plan, search links, call script, checklist, or budget guide will appear here.
Start with the Planner tab
Select your state, city/county/ZIP, pet type, and goal. The tool will create a practical USA-wide shelter action plan.
Privacy note: this tool runs in your browser. It does not send your entries to animal-shelter.org.