Upland Animal Shelter Visitor Guide: Adoption Hours, Fees, Lost Pets, Animal Control, Video & Map
Use this Upland Animal Shelter guide when you need the official address, phone number, adoption hours, adoption fees, lost-pet help, surrender guidance, animal-control routing, vaccination and microchip services, volunteer options, map, and practical visit planning.
Phone 909-931-4185
Key public timing Walk-ins/adoptions daily; call ahead before visiting
Quick Answer: What is Upland Animal Shelter and how should you use this page?
Upland Animal Shelter is the animal shelter serving Upland, California, at 1275 San Bernardino Road. The City of Upland Animal Services page lists the shelter address and phone number, while Friends of Upland Animal Shelter operates animal care and adoptions in partnership with the city’s Animal Control Officers.
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Upland Animal Shelter hours, phone number and address
| Need | Timing listed | Best user action |
|---|---|---|
| City walk-in shelter hours | Daily 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM | Use for in-person shelter access, but call first because emergencies may affect access. |
| Friends public hours and adoptions | Daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Use for adoption planning, lost/found visits, and general public shelter needs. |
| Visit by appointment | Daily 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM | Call if you want to meet a specific animal or need a guided adoption visit. |
| Phone calls | Daily 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM | Call during this window for the most current animal information. |
Video Guide: Watch before adopting or supporting Upland Animal Shelter
This video section is included for users who want visual context before contacting the shelter. I did not find a city-produced official YouTube adoption guide in the search results, so this embed uses a relevant Friends of Upland Animal Shelter video. Treat the video as helpful context, while the official city and Friends pages remain the final source for current hours, pets, fees, and rules.
Upland Animal Shelter adoption process: how to start
Adopting from Upland Animal Shelter works best when you begin with the current dog, cat, or other-animal listing, then call before assuming the animal is still available. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter says users interested in meeting a specific animal should call 909-931-4185, Option 4, between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM. They also note that appointments and animal information are not handled by email so people receive the most current information.
Start on the Friends of Upland Animal Shelter adoption pages for dogs, cats, or other animals. Write down the pet’s name, ID if shown, age, size, and notes.
Call 909-931-4185, Option 4, during the listed phone-call window. Ask if the pet is still available and whether you need an appointment.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter says all family members, including dogs, need to come to the appointment to help ensure a good match.
If you rent, bring the rental agreement showing you are allowed to have pets. This is important before you fall in love with a dog or cat you may not be allowed to keep.
Ask about energy level, medical care, behavior notes, leash manners, litter habits, known fears, training needs, and whether the animal is a good fit for children, apartments, or other pets.
Fees can vary by species, age, program, and promotion. Confirm the exact fee and included services before adoption day.
Upland Animal Shelter adoption fees
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter publishes adoption fees and explains that every adoption includes several medical and support extras. Fees and promotions can change, so confirm before visiting.
| Animal type | Fee listed by Friends of Upland Animal Shelter | What to ask before adopting |
|---|---|---|
| Dogs, 8 weeks to 6 months | $300 | Ask about vaccine timing, expected size, training needs, and spay/neuter status. |
| Dogs, over 6 months to 7 years | $200 | Ask about leash manners, energy level, known behavior notes, and meet-and-greet needs. |
| Dogs, 8+ years | $100 | Ask about senior care, medication, dental needs, mobility, and future vet costs. |
| Cats, 8 weeks to 6 months | $125 | Ask if the kitten is ready to go home now or needs follow-up care. |
| Cats, over 6 months to 7 years | $115 | Ask about litter habits, temperament, hiding behavior, and comfort with other pets. |
| Cats, 8+ years | $50 | Ask about diet, medication, senior care, and vet records. |
| Rabbits | $35 | Ask about housing, diet, handling, and whether the rabbit is altered. |
| Guinea pigs | $25 | Ask about cage size, diet, social needs, and handling comfort. |
What to bring before you visit Upland Animal Shelter
Lost dog or cat in Upland: same-day action plan
If your pet is missing in Upland, do not wait for one website or social post to solve it. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter tells owners to visit the shelter and all other local shelters near where the pet went missing immediately, look for themselves, and check daily.
Call 909-931-4185 and describe your pet clearly. Give species, breed or mix, color, sex, collar details, microchip status, and last-known location.
Do not rely only on staff sightings or online photos. A scared animal can look different, and descriptions may be incomplete.
Pets may cross city boundaries or be taken to a shelter outside Upland. Check the area where the pet was lost, not just your home city.
Use the AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup and contact the listed microchip company. Make sure your phone number and email are current.
Post a clear “Lost” flyer near your home and share photos on local online platforms such as neighborhood groups, Nextdoor, and lost-pet communities.
Bring photos, vet records, license records, microchip registration, adoption papers, or other proof if you believe your pet is at the shelter.
Found a stray animal in Upland: what to do first
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter says reuniting lost pets with their families is the top priority. If you found a stray in Upland, first check the surrounding area, knock on nearby doors, ask neighbors, look for lost-pet signs, and post photos locally when safe.
Many pets are found close to home. Check the street, nearest cross streets, nearby homes, and local posts before assuming the animal was abandoned.
If you can safely handle and transport the animal, bring it to Upland Animal Shelter during business hours and speak with customer service.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter says a valid photo ID is required when bringing in a found animal.
Give the street address or nearest cross streets where the animal was found. This helps reunite the pet with its family.
If you find an animal after hours or cannot safely transport it, call 909-931-4185, Option 2, so an Animal Control Officer or Police Officer can be dispatched.
Surrendering or rehoming a pet in Upland
Owner surrender should be a last resort after you have explored safe alternatives. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter recommends checking with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, rescues, and rehoming tools before surrender. They also state that owner surrenders are considered case by case based on current policy and capacity.
| Surrender situation | Fee listed | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Owned animal is spayed/neutered and current on vaccinations | $100 per animal | Bring proof of ownership, medical records, vaccine records, and honest behavior history. |
| Owned animal is not spayed/neutered and/or not current on vaccinations | $175 per animal | Call first and ask whether the shelter can accept the pet based on capacity and policy. |
Upland animal control, enforcement and emergency situations
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter explains that Friends is responsible for animal care and adoptions within the shelter, while Animal Control Officers in the Upland Animal Services Division of the Upland Police Department are responsible for field services and animal-related enforcement.
Vaccinations, microchips, dog licensing, TNR and community services
Upland Animal Shelter is not only an adoption location. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists vaccination services, microchipping, dog licensing, lost-pet help, found-pet guidance, rescue-partner support, kitten guidance, community-cat support, and a Trap-Neuter-Return program.
Volunteer, foster, donate or support Friends of Upland Animal Shelter
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter is the volunteer-supported nonprofit partner connected to the shelter. The organization lists volunteer, foster, wish list, donation, thrift shop, events, and rescue-partner support routes.
Call scripts for Upland Animal Shelter
A clear script helps staff or volunteers understand what you need quickly, especially when phone lines are busy.
Adoption script: “Hi, I’m interested in meeting [pet name/type]. I saw the pet on the Upland Animal Shelter/Friends page. Is the pet still available, and should I make an appointment?”
Lost pet script: “Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [street/cross streets]. The pet is [description] and may have [collar/microchip]. Has a matching animal been brought in?”
Found pet script: “Hi, I found a [dog/cat] near [exact location]. The animal is [safe/injured/scared]. I can provide ID and the exact location. What should I do?”
Animal services script: “Hi, I need help with a non-emergency animal concern at [location]. Should I speak with Animal Services Option 2 or another city department?”
Upland Animal Shelter map and visit planning
Upland Animal Shelter is listed at 1275 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786. Before leaving, call first if you are trying to meet a specific animal, bring in a found animal, ask about vaccination services, process licensing, or confirm shelter access during unusual conditions.
Official Upland Animal Shelter links
Common mistakes that slow people down
Upland Animal Shelter FAQs
The listed phone number for Upland Animal Shelter is 909-931-4185. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists Option 4 for shelter/adoption questions, and Upland Animal Services lists Option 2 for animal services.
Upland Animal Shelter is listed at 1275 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786.
Official sources list daily public/adoption access, with city walk-in hours shown as 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM and Friends public/adoption hours shown as 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call before visiting because animal-related emergencies can affect normal hours.
Call 909-931-4185, Option 4, between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM to ask about the specific animal and whether an appointment is needed.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter says they do not schedule appointments or provide animal information by email so visitors receive the most current information. Call instead.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists dog adoption fees as $300 for dogs 8 weeks to 6 months, $200 for dogs over 6 months to 7 years, and $100 for dogs 8 years and older. Confirm before adopting.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists cat adoption fees as $125 for kittens 8 weeks to 6 months, $115 for cats over 6 months to 7 years, and $50 for cats 8 years and older. Confirm before adopting.
Call the shelter, visit in person, check daily, search surrounding shelters, update microchip information, post flyers, share photos online, and bring proof of ownership if you believe your pet is at the shelter.
Look for the owner nearby first. If you can safely handle the animal, bring it to the shelter during business hours with valid photo ID and the exact location where it was found. If it is after hours or unsafe, call 909-931-4185, Option 2.
Owner surrenders are considered case by case based on current policy and capacity. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists surrender fees and says they are not accepting owner-surrendered dogs over 15 pounds due to space constraints. Call before planning a surrender.
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter lists microchipping by appointment and dog license processing/renewals for Upland residents at the shelter.
No. Animal-Shelter.org is an independent directory guide. Use the City of Upland and Friends of Upland Animal Shelter websites for official current information.
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.
Your generated shelter plan
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