The mission of Detroit Animal Care is to promote and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the residents and visitors of the City of Detroit from animal bites, zoonotic disease, or traffic hazards; to maintain the highest standards of humane animal sheltering; to promote the placement of animals into homes; and to encourage responsible pet ownership through education, enforcement, and community partnership. 

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Detroit Animal Care Services

🏡 Animal Intake and Care

Detroit Animal Care and Control provides a safe haven for stray, lost, surrendered, or confiscated animals. Our compassionate staff ensures every pet receives proper care, comfort, and a clean, humane environment while they await their next step — whether it’s reunion, adoption, or rescue placement.

💕 Pet Adoptions

Find your new best friend right here in the heart of Detroit!
Our adoption team helps connect animals with loving, responsible homes through personalized meet-and-greets, thoughtful application reviews, and ongoing support. Every adoption helps save a life and opens space for another animal in need.

📍 Adoptions are open daily from 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
📫 Location: 1431 E. Ferry Street, Detroit, MI 48211

All adopted dogs and cats are:

• Spayed or neutered

• Vaccinated with their first set of shots

• Microchipped for permanent identification

• Sent home with a collar, harness, leash (for dogs), a starter supply of food, and a goodie bag filled with treats!

🔎 Lost & Found Pet Support

We know how stressful it can be when a beloved pet goes missing. DACC is here to help bring them home.
We maintain a database of lost and found pets, post them on community platforms, and house animals safely until their families can be located.

• Pets showing signs of ownership (such as a collar, tag, or microchip) are held for seven (7) days.

• Stray animals without identification are held for four (4) days before becoming available for adoption.

🩺 Veterinary & Medical Services

Our on-site veterinarians provide essential care for the animals at the shelter including:

• Vaccinations and wellness checks

• Spay/neuter surgeries

• Microchipping

• Treatment for illness or injury

Every animal in our care receives medical attention and comfort tailored to their individual needs.

🌟 Community Outreach & Education

DACC proudly serves as a resource hub for Detroit residents. Through educational workshops, volunteer programs, and community partnerships, we promote responsible pet ownership and support the well-being of both pets and people across our city.

🐶 Licensing & Registration

Dog licensing is more than a requirement — it’s a way to protect your pet and help them get home faster if they ever go missing. DACC issues and manages all dog licenses for Detroit residents, ensuring every pet has proper identification and is part of a safer community.

Management Team:

K.W. Knox, Assistant Director GSD

Bekah Weitz, Shelter Operations Manager

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