Adopt a Pet
View our Facebook page for a selection of current animals at the shelter. Visit these dogs and other animals at the City of Mount Vernon Animal Shelter.
Shelter personnel conduct the following animal control activities:
Adopt out strays, unwanted and abandoned animals
Humanely euthanize those animals we are unable to place
Provide shelter care for all the animals
Provide clean and sanitized pins and cages daily
Provide information on pet owner responsibility and pet care
Maintain accurate records on all animal control activities
Provide adoption counseling
Microchip adopted animals
Field Services:
Patrol throughout the City on a daily basis
Respond to animal-related emergencies
Impound dogs at large and rescue animals in distress
Enforce all animal control laws and investigate reports of animal abuse
Enforcement of City ordinances and state laws pertaining to animals
Investigation of cruelty and welfare cases
Respond to citizen complaints
Investigation of animal bites/attacks
Reclaim Fees: $30.00 pickup charge and $5.00 for every day after
Needed Items:
-cat toys
-cat mats or beds
-cat food bowls
-cat food
-newspaper or shredded paper
-dog toys
-dog mats or beds
-dog food
-dog food bowls
-dog collars
-dog leashes
-towels
-hand towels
-blankets
