Looking to add a pet to your family? Many are available at shelters

Staff reports, The Oklahoman

Wed, October 7, 2026 at 10:01 AM UTC

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Editor's note: Some animal shelters may still have restrictions due to illness. Hours might also vary depending on weather. Please contact all area shelters before visiting.

Bethany Animal Control Shelter:Closed for adoptions due to vet clinic closing. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the first Saturday of the month, 5100 N. College, 405-789-3431.

Central Oklahoma Humane Society Center:11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays, 7500 N. Western Ave., 405-286-1229.

Jordy, ID#480839, came to the shelter on September 17th. She's a kind and gentle 1-year-old, 47-pound Labrador mix. Jordy is underweight, has some thinning hair on her back and has some worn down teeth. She is ready for a fresh start with a family who will give her love and the care she deserves. Her adoption fee is $60. To meet Jordy, go to the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter at 2811 SE 29 between noon and 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Go online to www.okc.gov or www.petfinder.com/member/us/ok/oklahoma-city/oklahoma-city-animal-welfare-division-ok37/ to see all the cats and dogs available for adoption. The Shelter offers a flash fostering option, where families can bring an adoptable dog home for the day or for up to two weeks. This is a great option for people who want to help but aren't ready for long-term pet commitment. — Jordy, ID#480839, came to the shelter on September 17th. She's a kind and gentle 1-year-old, 47-pound Labrador mix. Jordy is underweight, has some thinning hair on her back and has some worn down teeth. She is ready for a fresh start with a family who will give her love and the care she deserves. Her adoption fee is $60. To meet Jordy, go to the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter at 2811 SE 29 between noon and 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Go online to www.okc.gov or www.petfinder.com/member/us/ok/oklahoma-city/oklahoma-city-animal-welfare-division-ok37/ to see all the cats and dogs available for adoption. The Shelter offers a flash fostering option, where families can bring an adoptable dog home for the day or for up to two weeks. This is a great option for people who want to help but aren’t ready for long-term pet commitment.

El Reno Animal Shelter:Closed to intake animals, but open for adoption 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 2400 Spur Lane, 405-262-2121.

Edmond Animal Welfare Shelter:Pet adoptions are by appointment only during normal hours 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays. Closed Sundays and Mondays. 2424 Old Timbers Drive, 405-216-7615.

Joni is a 4 year old mixed breed female dog that is super nice. She is house trained and walks nicely on leash. She would be fine as an only dog and will bond hard with her human. To meet Joni call 405-216-7615 or visit the Edmond Animal Shelter at 2424 Old Timbers Drive in Edmond during open hours.

Free to Live:10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Closed Wednesdays. Four miles north of Waterloo Road on Western Avenue, 405-282-8617, or www.freetoliveok.org.

Midwest City Animal Shelter:Closed to intake animals, open for adoptions 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, and closed on Sundays, 8485 E. Reno Ave., 405-739-1400 or www.midwestcityok.org.

Unit: Looking for a LARGE dog? Unit is a whopping 112 pounds!! He's around 2 years old and a beautiful black and white mixed breed dog. He is friendly and playful and he loves to soak in the pool on a hot afternoon. To meet Unit call 405-216-7615 or visit the Edmond Animal Shelter at 2424 Old Timbers Drive in Edmond during open hours.

Moore Animal Shelter:Closed to intake animals, but open for adoptions 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.; 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, and closed on Sundays, 4000 S. Interstate 35 Service Road, 405-793-5190.

Mustang Animal Shelter:Closed due to illness. Operating hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 8:30 to noon Wednesday; 9:30 a.m. to noon Friday, and closed on the weekend, 520 SW 59th St., 405-256-6207.

Oklahoma City Animal Welfare:Open for cat adoptions and some dogs noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Call to inquire about adoptions available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week at 2811 SE 29th St. For more information, go to www.okc.petfinder.com and www.okc.gov.

Doug, ID#480497, came into the shelter with his brother, Dustin, on September 6th. They are furry and friendly 2-year-old, 55-pound German shepherd mixes. Doug and Dustin have great manners, and they stay by your side and don't tug when on a leash. They will be fine going to separate homes, but if you adopt both good boys, you'll get double the joy. The adoption fee is $60 each. To meet Doug and Dustin, go to the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter at 2811 SE 29 between noon and 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Go online to www.okc.gov or www.petfinder.com/member/us/ok/oklahoma-city/oklahoma-city-animal-welfare-division-ok37/ to see all the cats and dogs available for adoption. The shelter is in need of bath towels, blankets, and comforters.

Pets and People Humane Society:Noon to 5:30 p.m. daily for adoptions, 701 Inla Ave., Yukon, 405-350-7387, www.petsandpeople.com.

The Village Animal Shelter:8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 1701 NW 115th St. Call 405-751-0493 before visiting shelter.

Warr Acres Animal Shelter:10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 405-789-9025.

Yukon Animal Shelter:8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon. Saturdays, 501 Ash Ave., 405-354-6312.

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