Pasco Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026
This guide is for Pasco, Washington and the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter / Tri-Cities Animal Services route. Use it to adopt a pet, report a lost or found pet, file an animal-control report, understand barking/loose-animal rules, or license a dog through Pasco’s PetData system.
Quick warning: “Pasco animal shelter” can also mean Pasco County, Florida. This page is not for Florida; it covers the City of Pasco, WA and the Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority area.
Choose What You Need
- Clickable action cards
- Shelter vs animal control
- Adoption hours
- Adoption fees
- Adoption micro-steps
- Lost/found pet steps
- Animal-control reports
- Pasco dog license fees
- Loose animals and barking dogs
- Foster, volunteer and pet resources
- Pasco vet resources
- Before you leave home
- Call scripts
- Map
- Official links
- 10 FAQs
Clickable Pasco Animal Help Cards
Tap the task that matches your situation. This page is built to avoid the common confusion between adoption, animal-control reporting, lost/found pet reporting and dog licensing.
Shelter vs Animal Control: Which Route Do You Need?
Tri-Cities Animal Services performs animal-control services for the Animal Control Authority covering Pasco, Richland and Kennewick. Use the right route first.
| Need | Correct route | Phone / link | Say this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adopt a dog or cat | Tri-Cities Animal Shelter | 509-545-3740 | “I want to visit for adoption. Is [dog/cat] still available?” |
| Lost pet in Pasco | TCAS Lost or Found Pet App + shelter email/call | Lost/Found page | “My pet is missing near [street/cross street]. I have a photo.” |
| Found dog or cat | Tri-Cities Animal Services | 509-545-3740 | “I found a [dog/cat] at [exact location]. It is [safe/injured/aggressive].” |
| Loose animal / at-large animal | Tri-Cities Animal Shelter / TCAS report route | Reports hub | “Loose animal seen at [address] moving toward [direction].” |
| Continuously barking dog | TCAS barking dog complaint route | 509-545-3740 | “Dog barking is heard inside an enclosed structure off the property for 5+ minutes.” |
| Dog license in Pasco | PetData / Pasco Utility Billing | Animal Licenses page | “I need to license a dog and have rabies proof.” |
Pasco Animal Shelter Adoption Hours 2026
Use these hours for Tri-Cities Animal Shelter adoption planning. Call first if you need a specific animal, special intake question, lost-pet reclaim or holiday/weather confirmation.
| Day | TCAS shelter hours | Best adoption arrival | Useful note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | No public shelter visit | Use online listings/reports. |
| Tuesday | 10am-5pm | Before 4pm | Good first weekday visit. |
| Wednesday | 10am-5pm | Before 4pm | Call ahead if meeting a specific animal. |
| Thursday | 10am-5pm | Before 4pm | Useful for adoption, reports and questions. |
| Friday | 10am-5pm | Before 4pm | Check before weekend traffic. |
| Saturday | 10am-5pm | Before 4pm | Weekend adoption visits may be busier. |
| Sunday | Closed | No public shelter visit | Use online report and lost/found tools. |
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter Adoption Fees
The shelter currently says it has extended Clear the Shelter adoption fees until further notice.
| Animal | Current listed fee | Adoption style | Ask before leaving home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog | $50 | Walk-in basis | Is the dog still available? Can my current dog meet safely? |
| Cat | $50 | Walk-in basis | Is the cat still available? Do I need a carrier today? |
| Large dog | $50 under current promotion | Walk-in basis | Ask about exercise, training, children, dogs and cats. |
| Special / non-standard adoption | Ask shelter | Policy-dependent | Ask staff what “non-standard adoption” means for that animal. |
Adoption Micro-Steps
Follow this order before going to S 18th Ave.
Open current dogs or cats
Start from the official Tri-Cities Animal Shelter page and use the dog/cat adoption links. Screenshot the animal name, photo and listing details.
Call if the visit depends on one animal
Walk-ins are allowed, but availability can change. Call 509-545-3740 if you are driving specifically for one pet.
Prepare resident-dog meet rules
If you have another dog, TCAS asks that other dogs be fully vaccinated and remain in your vehicle until staff directs you.
Bring basic adoption supplies
Bring photo ID, payment, leash/collar for dogs, carrier for cats, landlord approval if renting and questions about behavior/medical history.
Ask first-week questions
Ask about food, vaccines, microchip, spay/neuter status, training, dog/cat/kid history, health notes and adjustment timeline.
Handle licensing after adoption
Pasco requires dogs to be licensed. Have rabies proof and spay/neuter proof ready for the correct fee.
Lost or Found Pet in Pasco / Tri-Cities
TCAS says missing-pet owners should start with the TCAS Lost or Found Pet App, then email a photo and last-seen details or visit the shelter.
If your pet is lost
- Open the official TCAS Lost or Found Pet App from the Lost/Found page.
- Email tcas-frontdesk@pasco-wa.gov with a clear photo, when missing and where last seen.
- Call 509-545-3740 and ask if a matching pet has come in.
- Visit the shelter if your pet may be impounded.
- Update microchip phone/address immediately.
- Post clear photo and cross streets in local Tri-Cities lost/found groups.
- Use bright flyers near the last-seen area, vet clinics, schools, mailboxes and walking routes.
If you found a pet
- Take photos before moving the animal if it is safe.
- Do not handle aggressive, injured or unsafe animals.
- Check collar/tag only if safe.
- Keep the found pet separated from your pets.
- Use the TCAS Lost or Found Pet report route.
- Call 509-545-3740 before bringing the animal in.
- Ask a vet/shelter route about microchip scanning.
Pasco Animal Control Reports
Pasco’s official page says TCAS handles animal-control services for Pasco, Richland and Kennewick, including apprehension/impound of stray dogs and cats and distressed animals.
| Situation | Route | Phone / link | What to include |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loose / at-large dog or cat | TCAS report route or phone | 509-545-3740 | Exact location, direction of travel, animal description and safety risk. |
| Distressed animal | Tri-Cities Animal Services | Pasco Animal Services | Condition, location, urgency and whether humans are in danger. |
| Non-emergency animal complaint | TCAS Reports Hub / General Animal Report | Animal Control Reports | Dates, times, photos/video if available and your contact details. |
| Barking dog complaint | TCAS barking dog form / phone | 509-545-3740 | Address, repeated dates/times and whether noise is heard inside an enclosed structure. |
| Cat colony | TCAS Cat Colony Report | Reports page | Location, approximate number of cats and caretaker details if known. |
| Immediate human danger | Emergency services | 911 | Call 911 first if a person is in immediate danger. |
City of Pasco Dog License Fees and Paperwork
Pasco requires all dogs to be licensed. Dogs over 7 months must be licensed, and licenses must be obtained within 30 days of acquiring the dog or establishing residence in the City.
| License item | 1-year fee | 3-year fee | What proof is needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unaltered dog | $55 | $160 | Current rabies certificate. |
| Spayed/neutered dog | $15 | $40 | Rabies certificate + spay/neuter proof for lower fee. |
| Low-income senior with spayed/neutered dog | $3 | Not listed | Proof through Pasco Utility Billing senior reduced-rate status. |
| Late fee | $10 after due date | $10 after due date | Avoid by renewing on time. |
| PetData phone option | Call PetData | Call PetData | PetData toll-free: 833-259-2134. |
Online
Use PetData and select “License Now.” Upload required documents and pay by card.
By mail
Mail application, copies of proof, and check/money order to City of Pasco Dog Licensing c/o PetData, PO Box 141929, Irving, TX 75014-1929.
In person
Bring rabies certificate, spay/neuter proof and payment to Pasco City Hall, 525 N. Third Ave.
Loose Animals, Barking Dogs and Farm Animal Rules
These are practical code-intent answers users often need when searching animal control.
Loose animals
Pasco says loose or at-large animals should be reported to Tri-Cities Animal Shelter online or by calling 509-545-3740.
Barking dogs
Pasco says dogs creating continuous noise heard inside an enclosed structure off the owner’s property for 5 minutes or more are prohibited under PMC 6.05.350.
Farm animals
Pasco says roosters are not allowed in city limits, and farm animals are only permitted in certain suburban zoning districts with minimum lot-size rules.
Foster, Volunteer and Pet Support Options
Shelter pages perform better when they help users solve the real problem, not just find a phone number.
Pasco Pet Emergency and Vet Resource Notes
TCAS lists local veterinarian and rescue resources. Use this section when a found pet is injured, you need microchip scanning, or you are planning post-adoption care.
| Resource | Phone | Location listed by TCAS | Use for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency | 509-547-3577 | 8913 Sandifur Pkwy., Pasco | Emergency veterinary route. |
| Animal Hospital of Pasco | 509-545-9949 | 3012 Rd. 92, Pasco | Local veterinary care. |
| Blue Cross Animal Hospital | 509-547-1781 | 1912 N. 4th Ave., Pasco | Local veterinary care. |
| Pet Medical Center of Pasco | 509-545-4931 | 8823 Sandifur Pkwy., Pasco | Post-adoption vet planning. |
| POPP Tri-Cities | 509-380-5326 | 1506 Rd. 40, Pasco | Local rescue / adoption support. |
Before You Leave Home
Pet screenshot, ID, payment, carrier/leash, housing approval and behavior questions.
Recent photo, microchip, license/tag number, last-seen location and email details.
Photos, exact address, safe containment, tag details and call-first plan.
Rabies certificate, spay/neuter proof, senior discount proof if applicable and payment.
Local Pasco Tips
Use S 18th Ave
TCAS lists 1311 S 18th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301. Use the official shelter site/map and call if address wording differs.
Do not go Sunday/Monday
The shelter lists Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm and is closed Sunday and Monday.
Resident dogs wait in car
TCAS asks that other dogs stay in the vehicle until staff directs you during dog adoption visits.
License helps return
Pasco says licensing helps return lost pets and unlicensed lost pets may be impounded or potentially adopted.
Email a clear photo
For missing pets, TCAS specifically asks for a photo and when/where the pet was last seen.
Check zoning first
Farm animals are not allowed in every residential zone, and roosters are not allowed in Pasco city limits.
Copy/Paste Call Scripts
Adoption
Hi, I am interested in [dog/cat name or listing]. Is this pet still available, and what should I bring for a walk-in adoption today?Resident dog meet
Hi, I already have a dog and want to adopt [dog name]. My dog is fully vaccinated. Should I bring my dog and wait in the vehicle until staff directs me?Lost pet
Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [street/cross street] in Pasco. Description: [color/size/collar/license/microchip]. I can email a photo and last-seen details.Found pet
Hi, I found a [dog/cat] near [exact address]. It is [safe/injured/aggressive]. Should I submit a report, bring it in, or wait for animal control?Barking dog
Hi, I need to report repeated barking at [address]. It happens around [times/dates] and can be heard from inside my home/building for more than 5 minutes.Dog license
Hi, I need to license my dog in Pasco. I have the rabies certificate and [spay/neuter proof if applicable]. Should I use PetData or City Hall?Map: Tri-Cities Animal Shelter in Pasco
Use this map for shelter/adoption visits. For lost/found or animal-control reports, call or use the official report route first.
Official Pasco Animal Shelter & Control Links
The important details are already summarized above. Use these official pages for live listings, current reports, licensing and final verification.
Pasco Animal Shelter FAQ
What is the main animal shelter in Pasco, Washington?
The main shelter route is Tri-Cities Animal Shelter / Tri-Cities Animal Services, listed at 1311 S 18th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301.
What is the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter phone number?
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter lists 509-545-3740 as its phone number.
What are Pasco animal shelter adoption hours?
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter lists hours as Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. It is closed Sunday and Monday.
Are dog adoptions walk-in at Tri-Cities Animal Shelter?
Yes. The shelter says dog adoptions are available on a walk-in basis. If you have other dogs, they should be fully vaccinated and remain in your vehicle until shelter staff directs you.
Are cat adoptions walk-in at Tri-Cities Animal Shelter?
Yes. The shelter says cat adoptions are available on a walk-in basis.
How much are current dog adoption fees at TCAS?
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter says its extended Clear the Shelter adoption fees are $50 for all dogs until further notice.
How much are current cat adoption fees at TCAS?
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter says its extended Clear the Shelter adoption fees are $50 for all cats until further notice.
Who handles Pasco animal control?
Tri-Cities Animal Services performs animal-control services for the Animal Control Authority, which includes the Cities of Pasco, Richland and Kennewick.
How do I report a lost or found pet in Pasco?
Use the TCAS Lost or Found Pet App from the official Lost/Found page, email a photo and last-seen details to the shelter, call 509-545-3740, or visit the shelter during open hours.
How much is a Pasco dog license?
Pasco lists dog license fees as $55 for a 1-year unaltered dog license, $160 for a 3-year unaltered license, $15 for a 1-year spayed/neutered dog license, and $40 for a 3-year spayed/neutered license. A late fee of $10 applies after the due date.
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
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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.
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