Office Telephone Number:
Sioux City Animal Adoption
712-279-6968
& Rescue Center.
For 24/7/365 Service:
712-279-6170
Where Responsible Pet Ownership Begins.
Office Fax Number:
712-224-5009
2026 City Animal Licenses
ARE NOW AVAILABLE FROM THE SHELTER - AS WELL AS CITY HALL ;)
Introducing "F.O.T.A.S" - Our 501(c)3 Partner, Please Click On The F.O.T.A.S Menu Button Above For Further Information.
Pre-Adoption Questionnaire
We Ask That Prospective New Pet Owners Complete A Questionnaire, To Ensure That The Animal That You Choose To Adopt Will Be A Good Fit For Your Household. You Can Complete The Form By Clicking On The Button Below:
Dogs Currently At The Shelter:
These are the dogs currently at our shelter, You can click on the image to enlarge it and read the descriptions. The typical adoption fee for dogs is $110 (unless the dog has a sponsorship) - this fee includes a 5-way vaccination, Rabies shot (if old enough) and Microchip.
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In Loving Memory Of Caleb Nice


On October 27th, a very special person went to be with his Lord and Savior. We have known Caleb and his parents for many years. In his memory, his Sister established a collection of donations to sponsor a whole bunch of animals here at the shelter. In Calebs name, 9 Dogs became fully sponsored - and a further 6 Dogs had their partial sponsorships added to, to make them fully sponsored too! The recognition reads as follows "Sponsored In Loving Memory Of Caleb Nice, Whose Gentle Heart And Bright Spirit Continue To Bring Comfort, Joy And Love To Every Dog Waiting For A Home".
Please read the dogs descriptions to see which ones were sponsored in full or in part by Calebs family & friends


Hey Folks! My Name Is “Goliath” And I Am A NEUTERED MALE ROTTWEILER / PIT MIX. I Was Recently Adopted From The Shelter But Had To Be Brought Back Because I Am Not A Fan Of Cats. I Am Semi-Housebroken And It Would Be Best If I’m Kenneled When Left Alone. Available Now!

Hi Everyone! I Have Been Given The Name “Chicken Little” And I Am A WIREHAIRED TERRIER MIX. I Was Found On 5th & Iowa St On 5/17, During The Storm. I Am Very Scared At The Moment – Which Is Understandable. I Hope My People Come For Me Soon! Available For Adoption After 5/24.

Hi Folks! The Shelter Staff Have Named Me “Rascal” And I Am A MALE RAT TERRIER MIX. I Was Found On The 2300 Block Of Horne On 5/2. I Appear To Be Around 8 Years Old. I Am Pretty Scared Right Now, Which Is To Be Expected. Available For Adoption After 5/9.

Hi Everyone! The Shelter Staff Have Named Me “Sparky” And I Am A MALE BOXER / BULLY MIX. I Was Brought In From The 200 Block Of Sparks St On 3/19, After Seemingly Hanging Around For A Few Months. I Came In Super-Scared, But The Shelter Staff Are Working With me And I’m Getting Much Better! Available For Adoption After 3/26. Angela O. Has Sponsored $25 Towards This Great Dog - Thank You So Much!! ;)

Hi Guys! The Shelter Staff Have Named Me “Lulu” And I Am A Very Nice, FEMALE FRENCHIE / CHIHUAHUA MIX. I Was Found Running Loose On The 3300 Block Of Jennings St On 5/18. I Can’t Believe My People Didn’t Call Looking For Me Yet! Available For Adoption After 5/25.

Hi Everyone! My Name Is “Thunder” And I Am A MALE CORGI MIX. I Am Approx 2-3 Years Old. I Had To Be Surrendered Back Under Very Sad Circumstances. My Owner Told Shelter People That I Would Be A Great Fit For An Older Home With No Children, I Am Protective Of My People. Available Now!

Hi Everyone! My Name Is “Scooby” And I Am A NEUTERED MALE LAB / PIT MIX. I Was Picked Up On 4/13 In The Area Of Seattle Ave. I Am Chipped – But It Seems My Moms Info Has Changed. Available For Adoption After 4/20.

Hi Folks! The Shelter Staff Have Named Me “Sylvia” And I Am A FEMALE LABRADOR / PIT MIX. I Was Found Running Loose Around The 2200 Block Of S. Lemon St On 5/7. I Seem Like A Nice Girl – I Hope My Folks See That I’m Here! Available For Adoption After 5/14.
Dog Sponsorship.
Maybe you like the look of one of the above dogs, but are unable to adopt him or her for yourself? You can always sponsor a dog - which will make it a lot easier for someone else to adopt. Any amount that you sponsor will be deducted from the adoption fee for that particular dog and you will receive recognition in the dogs description for your generosity! (plus, you get to have a nice, warm fuzzy feeling inside - knowing that you are helping a dog in need) ;)
Dog sponsorships are proving to be extremely successful, with the vast majority of sponsored dogs finding a home quickly! If you are interested in sponsoring, please complete the form below and be sure to enter the kennel number and brief description of the dog in the message subject line. Please enter the recognition or message (that you would like us to add to the description) in the large box at the bottom of the form.
After sending the form to us, please use the "Square" button (below) to send your chosen sponsorship amount.
- Thank you, sponsorships really do make the world of difference!
Please Click Above ^^^ To Sponsor Your Chosen Amount
- Thank You!
"Other" Available Animals:
Please check towards the bottom of the Cats page for other types of animals that we may have here at the moment.
Lost & Found Animals:
These are the animals that owners have reported to us that have gone missing. Please hover your mouse over the image to see the descriptions and contact details and use the < and > at either side of the image to scroll forward and backwards through the list.

Set your calendars for our yearly "Black Cat Friday" Event. All black cats at the shelter AND at Petsmart will be $30.00. This will include their 1st set of vaccinations, de-worming, microchip, rabies vaccination and spaying/neutering (if applicable). All for $30.0! Plus, a pet parent packet from Petsmart with over $300.00 in coupons for any supplies your new pet may need. Stop and visit us November 28, 29,30. Black cats are the BEST! Stop in and take home your new best friend.

Thank you American Family Team 9 (Ylonda, Melissa, Karen) for sponsoring these adorable 4th of July bags! Beginning 7/1 thru 7/4 we will be giving away(limited quantity) for anyone adopting a shelter pet! The bag includes a pillow, magnet, dog cookies, toy and doggie decoration. These bags were a real hit! Thank you for all your hard work! Woof Woof!!


Set your calendars for our yearly "Black Cat Friday" Event. All black cats at the shelter AND at Petsmart will be $30.00. This will include their 1st set of vaccinations, de-worming, microchip, rabies vaccination and spaying/neutering (if applicable). All for $30.0! Plus, a pet parent packet from Petsmart with over $300.00 in coupons for any supplies your new pet may need. Stop and visit us November 28, 29,30. Black cats are the BEST! Stop in and take home your new best friend.






