Weber County Animal Shelter Guide: Adoption, Animal Control, Lost Pets, Fees, Hours & Map
Weber County Animal Shelter, officially listed through Weber County Animal Services, helps local residents with pet adoption, lost and found animals, licensing, owner relinquishment, animal-control concerns, volunteering, donations, and shelter resources in the Ogden, Utah area.
Office phone 801-399-8244
Hours shown by county Mon–Fri 1:00–5:30 PM; Sat adoptions 12:00–4:00 PM; Sun closed
Quick Answer: What should you know before contacting Weber County Animal Shelter?
Weber County Animal Shelter is located at 1373 North 750 West in Ogden, Utah. The office phone is 801-399-8244, and the county lists email contact as animalservices@webercountyutah.gov. For non-emergency animal-control problems such as strays, hit-by-car animals, too many animals, or neglected animals, Weber County lists non-emergency dispatch at 801-395-8221.
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Video Guide: Weber County Animal Services and local shelter support
I could not verify a current official Weber County Animal Shelter adoption video that clearly matched this page’s user intent. Instead, this page includes a relevant local-news video about Weber County Animal Services and shelter support during a major dog-rescue situation. Use it for local shelter context only; always use the official county pages for current adoption rules, fees, hours, and animal availability.
Weber County Animal Shelter adoption process: how to adopt a dog, cat or other pet
Weber County’s official adoption page lets visitors view animals currently available for adoption through the shelter’s animal-data system. The county FAQ explains that adopters should first visit the pets, spend time with the animal, and carefully consider size, temperament, breed, daily care, training, home environment, children, and other pets before applying.
Start with the official adoption page. Animal information may load through the shelter’s listing system, and availability can change quickly.
Regular shelter hours are Monday–Friday 1:00–5:30 PM. Saturday is listed for adoptions only from 12:00–4:00 PM. The adoption process stops 15 minutes before closing.
Spend time with the animal. If you have children or other pets, the county FAQ strongly suggests bringing them to help confirm the match.
After you choose an animal, meet with staff and complete the adoption application for that pet.
If approved, an appointment is made for pickup and payment. The county FAQ says to schedule approximately 15–20 minutes for paperwork.
If the pet is already altered, it may go home immediately. If not, a spay/neuter surgery agreement may be required, with 30 days to complete the procedure.
Weber County Animal Shelter adoption fees and what to ask before paying
The official FAQ links adopters to the county’s adoption fees, but fee schedules can change. Instead of guessing a dollar amount here, use the county’s official fee link or call the shelter before visiting. The most important thing is to ask what the fee includes for the exact pet you are adopting.
| Adoption topic | What Weber County says | What to ask before you leave |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Meet with staff to fill out an application for the animal of your choice. | Ask how long approval usually takes and how staff will contact you. |
| Pickup appointment | After review and approval, an appointment may be made for pickup and payment. | Ask whether the animal can go home the same day or needs a later pickup. |
| Paperwork | The FAQ says to schedule about 15–20 minutes for paperwork. | Ask what ID, payment, carrier, leash, and records you should bring. |
| Spay/neuter | If not altered, a spay/neuter agreement may allow 30 days to get the pet altered. | Ask how the voucher works and which veterinarian can be used. |
| Already altered pets | If the pet is already altered, the FAQ says you may take your pet home immediately. | Ask what vaccines, microchip, rabies, or medical records are included. |
Before you adopt: Weber County visit checklist
Lost dog or cat in Weber County: what to do first
The official lost-and-found page links to lost dogs, lost cats, and lost other animals through 24Petconnect/PetHarbor-style search tools. It also says the searchable index is updated every 60 minutes and that pets are tracked by shelter ID numbers, not by names or photos.
Check lost dogs, lost cats, and lost other animals from the county’s lost-and-found page. Recheck often because the index updates repeatedly.
Use 801-399-8244. Give the pet’s species, breed or mix, color, sex, collar, microchip, license, and last-known location.
Photos and breed labels are not always perfect. A scared pet may look different in a kennel than it does at home.
The county says proof of ownership and current rabies vaccination are required for release.
If rabies is not current, the county says one will be given before release. Un-microchipped pets must be microchipped before release.
The official page refers owners to the county fee schedule. Ask about reclaim, rabies, microchip, impound, licensing, and any city-specific fee issues.
Found a stray animal in Weber County: safe steps before bringing it to the shelter
Weber County’s lost-and-found guidance asks the community to try several steps before bringing a found animal to the shelter, especially to reduce overcrowding. The official page says to call the shelter to file a found report, get a microchip scan, put up flyers, and post on social platforms like Nextdoor and Facebook Lost and Found.
Found kittens in Weber County: why you may need to wait before moving them
Weber County’s lost-and-found page specifically warns people not to move litters of kittens unless they are visibly sick, injured, or in immediate danger. The mother cat may be out finding food and may return. Kittens are highly vulnerable in shelters, so monitoring first can be safer than removing them too quickly.
Owner relinquishment at Weber County Animal Shelter: appointment-only and last option
Weber County’s owner-relinquishment page uses a compassionate but serious tone. It urges owners to exhaust other options because shelters are stressful environments for animals. The page says Weber County accepts pets from Weber County except South Ogden and Pleasant View, and that owner relinquishments are done by appointment only by calling 801-399-8244.
Weber County animal control: report strays, neglect, hit-by-car animals and urgent concerns
For problems such as stray animals, hit-by-car animals, too many animals, or neglected animals, Weber County’s contact page lists 801-395-8221 for non-emergency dispatch. The page also lists animal control officers at 801-399-8246.
Animal licensing, rabies vaccination and microchipping in Weber County
The county FAQ says all dogs and cats over 4 months of age must be vaccinated for rabies under Weber County ordinance, and dogs must also be licensed. It also notes first-time pet licensing must be done at the animal shelter, dog licenses may be purchased with cash or check, rabies shots and microchipping are offered, and cats must be in carriers while dogs must be on leashes.
Volunteer, donate, foster and support Weber County Animal Services
If you are not ready to adopt, you can still help by checking Weber County’s official donations, volunteers, foster, and resources pages. Shelter needs can change with crowding, animal intake, large rescue cases, weather, kitten season, and community events.
Call scripts for Weber County Animal Shelter
Use a short, clear script so the shelter or dispatch can route your situation quickly.
Adoption script: “Hi, I saw an animal on the Weber County adoption page. I want to confirm if the pet is still available, what I should bring, and whether the pet is altered or needs a spay/neuter agreement.”
Lost pet script: “Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [street/city]. The pet is [description], has [collar/microchip/license], and I want to check whether a matching pet is at the shelter.”
Found pet script: “Hi, I found a [dog/cat] near [location]. I can hold it safely for now and want to file a found report and arrange a microchip scan.”
Animal-control script: “Hi, I need to report a non-emergency animal concern at [location]. The issue is [stray/hit-by-car/neglect/too many animals]. Is dispatch or an animal-control officer the correct route?”
Weber County Animal Shelter map and arrival planning
The official shelter address is 1373 North 750 West, Ogden, Utah 84404. Before leaving, confirm the correct service window, especially because Saturday is listed for adoptions only and the adoption process stops 15 minutes before closing.
Official Weber County Animal Shelter links
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Weber County Animal Shelter FAQs
The office phone listed by Weber County Animal Shelter is 801-399-8244.
The official address is 1373 North 750 West, Ogden, Utah 84404.
The county lists Monday–Friday hours as 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday for adoptions only as 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday closed. The adoption process stops 15 minutes before closing.
Visit the pets, spend time with the animal, complete an application with staff, wait for review and approval, then schedule pickup and payment if approved.
Yes. The official FAQ says adopters must be at least 18 years of age to adopt from the shelter.
Arrange to retrieve your pet as soon as possible during regular business hours. The county says proof of ownership and current rabies vaccination are required, and un-microchipped pets must be microchipped before release.
Call 801-399-8244 to file a found report, arrange a microchip scan, post found-pet flyers, and use local social channels. Weber County references notifying animal control within 72 hours when an animal appears lost or strayed.
Owner relinquishments are done by appointment only. Call 801-399-8244. Weber County asks owners to exhaust other options first and says surrender should be a last option.
No. The county says it cannot guarantee the outcome of any surrendered animal. The pet may be considered for adoption or rescue candidacy, but humane euthanasia is a real possibility if the pet is not a candidate.
For issues such as stray animals, hit-by-car animals, too many animals, or neglected animals, Weber County lists non-emergency dispatch at 801-395-8221.
The official FAQ says the shelter does not remove wild animals and says feral cats are protected. It refers users to licensed wildlife help or the local Division of Wildlife Resources for wild-animal issues.
No. Animal-Shelter.org is an independent directory guide. The official source is Weber County’s Animal Shelter / Animal Services website.
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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