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Cities can operate their own shelters or contract with another provider. Check your address and the purpose of your visit.
Sheltering, field response and pet licensing can have different service areas. County browse associations do not establish eligibility.
Appointments, owner surrender, lost-pet reclaim, adoption and emergency dispatch are distinct services. Read the official provider’s current instructions.

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Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

Official animal care/control provider associated with Santa Cruz County for browsing. Service areas can differ between sheltering, field response and licensing; confirm the specific address, species and service with the provider.

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Source checked October 26, 2026

Santa Cruz County animal services · Santa Cruz — official animal services information (opens in a new tab)

Official animal services page or explicitly named animal contact

core servicesANIMAL CARE & SHELTERCare of Lost/Rescued Pets

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