Olathe Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026
Use this Olathe animal-help dashboard to adopt a pet, check shelter hours, call Animal Control, search lost/found pets, understand adoption fees, license a dog or cat, schedule low-cost vaccines, and avoid common shelter-visit mistakes.
Verified rule: unclaimed animals are available for adoption after a three-day waiting period, and adopted animals must be spayed/neutered and vaccinated for rabies onsite by the City veterinarian before possession.
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Last verified: August 12, 2026. This page uses City of Olathe Animal Care & Control, official fees, licensing, vaccine clinic, nuisance wildlife policy, and city news details.
Call before driving
Use 913-971-6362 for shelter/adoption questions and 913-782-0720 for Animal Control issues, especially if your need is urgent, a surrender, wildlife, reclaim, or live trap.
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Clickable Olathe Animal Help Cards
Tap the matching action. Each card uses the official route or the safest next step.
Who to Call First
Use this before driving to the shelter, paying fees, handling wildlife or assuming intake is available.
| Situation | Call / click | What to say | Next micro-step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adopt a pet | 913-971-6362 or 24Petconnect | “Is [animal ID/name] still available and what fees apply?” | Confirm spay/neuter/rabies timing before arriving. |
| Animal Control issue | 913-782-0720 | “I need Animal Control for [bite/cruelty/at-large/dangerous animal] at [address].” | Give exact location and safety risk. |
| Lost pet | Lost Pet Search | “My pet is missing near [cross streets]. Has a matching animal come in?” | Search found animals and call the shelter. |
| Found pet | Animal Control | “I found a [dog/cat] at [location]. I can/cannot safely contain it.” | Ask whether pickup, drop-off or report is appropriate. |
| Owner surrender | 913-971-6362 | “I need to ask about owner surrender and space availability.” | Do not assume same-day intake. |
| Sick/injured wildlife or wildlife inside living quarters | Animal Control | “There is wildlife [inside living area/sick/injured/immediate threat].” | Do not handle wildlife unless instructed. |
Olathe Animal Shelter Hours
The official page lists split weekday hours, Saturday hours and no Sunday public hours.
| Day | Official listed hours | Practical note | Best action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10am-1pm; 1:30pm-5:30pm | Midday break listed. | Call first for adoption/surrender timing. |
| Tuesday | 10am-1pm; 1:30pm-5:30pm | Also low-cost vaccine clinic day at 2pm by appointment. | Call at 10am for vaccine appointment. |
| Wednesday | 10am-1pm; 1:30pm-5:30pm | Regular listed weekday hours. | Confirm pet availability before driving. |
| Thursday | 10am-1pm; 1:30pm-5:30pm | Also low-cost vaccine clinic day at 2pm by appointment. | Call at 10am for vaccine appointment. |
| Friday | 10am-1pm; 1:30pm-5:30pm | Regular listed weekday hours. | Ask about weekend adoption timing. |
| Saturday | 10am-5pm | No midday split listed. | Arrive early for adoption questions. |
| Sunday | Not listed | Do not assume public shelter visits. | Call before relying on Sunday service. |
Adoption and Service Fees
Olathe’s official page lists a small base adoption fee plus required services. If an animal was previously spayed/neutered, the spay/neuter fee may be waived.
| Fee type | Dog | Cat | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adoption fee, all ages | $10 | $10 | Base adoption fee. |
| Spay/neuter fee, all ages | $80 | $50 | Waived if animal was previously spayed/neutered. |
| Rabies fee, 4 months and older | $10 | $10 | Rabies vaccination before possession when applicable. |
| City license fee, first year, 6 months and older | $10 | $10 | First-year city license when applicable. |
| Total adoption fee shown | $110 | $80 | Official total when all listed components apply. |
Fees are non-refundable
The official page states fees are non-refundable, including other service fees.
City veterinarian step
The adopting party must agree to have the animal spayed/neutered and vaccinated for rabies onsite by the City veterinarian before taking possession.
Three-day waiting period
Animal Control attempts to locate owners first; unclaimed animals become available for adoption after a three-day waiting period.
Adoption Micro-Steps
Follow this order so you do not waste a shelter trip or misunderstand the adoption policy.
Search adoptable pets
Start with the official Olathe adoptable pets listing and note the animal ID, type, sex, age estimate and location.
Call the shelter
Call 913-971-6362 to ask whether the animal is still available and whether surgery or rabies vaccination is pending.
Confirm fees
Ask whether the full dog/cat total applies or whether a spay/neuter fee is waived because the animal was previously altered.
Prepare home approval
Renters should confirm landlord rules, pet deposit, breed/weight limits and HOA rules before choosing a pet.
Sign the agreement
The official adoption policy requires agreement for spay/neuter and rabies vaccination onsite before taking possession.
Pick up at the shelter
The adopted animal remains City property until sterilization is complete and the adopter has possession; pickup is at the Olathe Animal Shelter.
Lost or Found Pet in Olathe
Use the City’s official lost/found routes quickly. Owner recovery is easier when license, microchip and photos are current.
If your pet is lost
- Search the official Lost Pet Search.
- Call the shelter at 913-971-6362.
- Call Animal Control at 913-782-0720 if pickup or enforcement is involved.
- Have recent photos, microchip number, license tag and last-seen cross streets ready.
- Update microchip contact information immediately.
- Post on neighborhood groups, local lost/found pet pages and nearby vet clinics.
- Check in person if your pet could be at the shelter and photos are unclear.
If you found an animal
- Call Animal Control at 913-782-0720.
- Provide exact location, animal description, collar/tag details and photos if available.
- Keep the animal separate from your own pets and children if you can safely hold it.
- Ask whether pickup, shelter drop-off or found report is appropriate.
- Do not privately rehome a found pet before giving the owner a chance to reclaim.
- Ask about microchip scanning if safe and appropriate.
Olathe Pet Licensing Rules and Fees
All Olathe residents who own, keep or harbor a dog or cat six months old or older must license the animal with the City of Olathe.
| License type | 1 year | 2 year | 3 year | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spayed or neutered dog/cat | $10 | $18 | $25 | Requires current rabies certificate and spay/neuter proof. |
| Intact cat | $25 | $45 | $64 | Higher fee for unaltered cat. |
| Intact dog | $35 | $63 | $89 | Higher fee for unaltered dog. |
| Replacement tag | $5 | $5 | $5 | Rabies vaccination certificate required. |
Documents needed
To license a pet, provide current rabies certificate, spay/neuter certificate if applicable, and accurate owner/animal information.
Outdoor tag rule
Outdoor dogs and cats must wear a license tag under the City’s pet-owner education guidance.
More than four animals
A Special Use Permit is required for households with more than a combined total of four animals four months old and older.
Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
The official page lists low-cost vaccinations at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but appointments are required and walk-ins are not accepted.
| Service | Official price | Appointment rule | Practical action |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-year rabies vaccination | $10 | Call at 10am on the day pets are to be vaccinated. | Ask whether your pet qualifies and what paperwork to bring. |
| Three-year rabies vaccination | $30 | Appointments required. | Bring prior rabies proof if needed for 3-year eligibility. |
| Microchip implant | $25 | Appointments required. | Ask how registration is handled. |
| Distemper or Bordetella vaccination | $15 | Appointments required. | Ask which species/vaccine applies. |
Owner Surrender, Impound and Other Fees
Do not assume surrender or reclaim cost from old third-party directories. Olathe lists specific fees, and owner surrender is based on availability of space.
| Fee type | Official amount | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Owner surrender | $75 | Based on availability of space; call first. |
| Owner surrender with euthanasia, medical/behavioral | $110 | By appointment and based on space availability. |
| Owner surrender with euthanasia and disposal | $145 | By appointment and based on space availability. |
| First impoundment | $25 altered / $50 unaltered | Boarding/admin fees may also apply. |
| Second impoundment | $50 altered / $100 unaltered | Fees increase for repeat impounds. |
| Third impoundment | $100 altered / $200 unaltered | Repeat impound cost rises significantly. |
| Fourth impoundment | $200 altered / $400 unaltered | Call shelter before reclaim visit. |
| Subsequent impoundment | $300 altered / $500 unaltered | Highest listed repeat impound tier. |
| Impoundment administrative fee | $15 | Listed separately. |
| Boarding | $20 per day | Can add to reclaim cost. |
| Live trap deposit | $75 per trap | Call for current availability and rules. |
Animal Control Services and Local Rules
Animal Control is not only adoption. It enforces Olathe animal rules and protects both animals and residents.
Investigations
Animal Control investigates animal bites, cruelty to animals and other enforcement of Olathe Municipal Code Title 8.
Licensing
The unit licenses pets and helps reunite pets with their owners.
Adoptions
The unit offers animal adoption after owner-location attempts and the three-day waiting period for unclaimed animals.
Running at large
It is unlawful to allow a dog to run at large in Olathe.
License required
It is unlawful to keep a dog or cat six months old or older without proper licensing.
Female animals in heat
Female animals in heat must be confined in a manner that prevents contact with a male animal, except for planned breeding situations.
Nuisance Wildlife Policy
Olathe’s wildlife response is specific. Do not assume Animal Control removes every nuisance wildlife problem.
Inside living quarters
An Animal Control Officer will respond when wildlife is inside the living quarters of a residence. Garages, sheds, attics, crawl spaces and under-porch areas are excluded from that definition.
Sick or injured wildlife
Animal Control will respond to sick or injured wildlife when the animal’s ability to escape capture is physically impaired or absent.
Immediate threat
Animal Control will respond when wildlife creates an immediate public health or safety threat.
2026 Shelter Medicine Update: K-State Partnership
This section helps keep the article fresh and shows the shelter’s current animal-care context.
Mobile surgery support
In 2026, the City reported a partnership with Kansas State University Olathe campus and the K-State College of Veterinary Medicine shelter-medicine program.
Resident animal care
The City said the K-State mobile surgery unit helped perform procedures for animals in the shelter’s care.
Future campus planning
The City news mentioned early planning related to the future Animal Care & Control campus expected in 2027.
Before You Leave Home
Animal ID, phone confirmation, payment plan, leash/carrier, renter approval.
Recent photo, microchip info, city license tag, last-seen cross streets.
Exact location/time, photos, safety notes, Animal Control call first.
Rabies certificate, spay/neuter proof, accurate owner and animal information.
Copy/Paste Call Scripts
Adoption
Hi, I’m interested in adopting [animal ID/name] from Olathe Animal Shelter. Is the animal still available, and are spay/neuter or rabies steps pending?Lost pet
Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [cross streets]. Description: [color/size/collar/microchip/license tag]. Has a matching animal been brought in?Found animal
Hi, I found a [dog/cat] at [exact location]. The animal is [safe/injured/aggressive]. I can/cannot safely contain it. What should I do next?Owner surrender
Hi, I need to ask about owner surrender. What space availability, appointment rules, fees and paperwork apply before I bring my animal?Map: Olathe Animal Shelter
Use this map for shelter visits. For surrender, reclaim, wildlife, live trap or urgent Animal Control issues, call first.
Official Olathe Animal Links
The important details are summarized above. Use these official pages for live pet lists, lost pet search, current fees and final verification.
Olathe Animal Shelter FAQ
What is the Olathe Animal Shelter phone number?
The official Animal Shelter phone number listed by the City of Olathe is 913-971-6362.
What is the Olathe Animal Control phone number?
The official Animal Control phone number listed by the City of Olathe is 913-782-0720.
Where is Olathe Animal Shelter located?
Olathe Animal Shelter is listed at 505 E Sunvale Dr., Olathe, KS 66061.
What are Olathe Animal Shelter hours?
The official page lists Monday-Friday from 10am to 1pm and 1:30pm to 5:30pm, and Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Sunday hours are not listed.
When do unclaimed animals become available for adoption in Olathe?
The City says Animal Control attempts to locate owners of animals that are picked up, and unclaimed animals are available for adoption after a three-day waiting period.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog from Olathe Animal Shelter?
The official table shows a dog adoption total of $110 when the listed adoption, spay/neuter, rabies and first-year license fees apply.
How much does it cost to adopt a cat from Olathe Animal Shelter?
The official table shows a cat adoption total of $80 when the listed adoption, spay/neuter, rabies and first-year license fees apply.
Does Olathe require pet licenses?
Yes. Olathe says residents who own, keep or harbor a dog or cat six months old or older must license the animal with the City of Olathe.
Does Olathe Animal Shelter offer low-cost vaccines?
Yes. The official page lists low-cost vaccinations at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Customers must call at 10am on the day pets are to be vaccinated to schedule an appointment, and walk-ins are not accepted.
Can I surrender a pet to Olathe Animal Shelter?
The City says owners may surrender a dog or cat to the Animal Shelter, but the owner-surrender fee is based on availability of space. Call before bringing an animal.
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.
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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.
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