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Animals

Missoula Animal Shelter Public Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday – 12:00pm to 5:30pm
Saturday – 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Sunday – Closed

  • Animal Control Officers are generally available to respond to calls Monday – Sunday from 8 to 5, except holidays. 
  • The Missoula City Police and the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office will respond to animal-related emergencies after hours.

6700 Butler Creek Road
Missoula, MT 59808

Contact
406.541.7387
[email protected]

Missoula Animal Control

Missoula Animal Control is dedicated to the health and well-being of our community—both human and animal. The shelter works to protect domestic animals while ensuring public safety. Missoula Public Health’s Environmental division fosters a safe coexistence among all animals in the community by promoting bear-proof trash cans and collaboring with local officials to establish bear buffer zones, ensuring residents are informed about their animal neighbors. Whether you’re interested in adopting a pet from the county animal shelter or seeking guidance on interactions with wildlife, essential resources are available here.

Animal Control Officer Duties

Report a Barking Dog
Report an Animal Bite

Missoula Public Health is here to help you after an animal bite. Have you been bitten by an animal?

Report it here
Rabies Post-Exposure Vaccine for People

Missoula Public Health is here to help with potential Rabies exposures. Our team of experts can work with you to help you make decisions that are right for your health.

Please contact us to report a dog, domestic animal, or bat bite or if you have already been referred to the Health Department for the post-exposure rabies vaccine.

learn more about rabies/post-exposure vaccine

If this is a medical emergency, please call 911.