Animal shelters provide a safe temporary home for stray, lost, and surrendered animals while connecting them with adoptive families or reuniting them with their owners. There are 7 Animal Shelters locations in Bakersfield, California.

Residents of Bakersfield can visit their local shelter to adopt a pet, report a stray animal, or surrender an animal in need. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting, and check the shelter's website or call ahead to confirm adoption hours and current animal availability before making the trip.

List of Bakersfield City, California Animal Shelters

Kern County Animal Services

View Details Call Now (661) 868-7100

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Kern County Animal Shelter

View Details Call Now (661) 321-3000

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Cat People

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Bakersfield Animal Control

View Details Call Now (661) 326-3436

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Bakersfield Spca

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Alpha Canine Sanctuary

View Details Call Now (661) 391-8212

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Kern Humane Society

View Details Call Now (661) 325-2589

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Residents of Bakersfield can support their local animal shelter beyond adoption by volunteering as dog walkers or cat socializers, fostering animals temporarily, or donating items from the shelter's online wish list. Check the shelter's social media pages for urgent appeals and animals that have been waiting longest for a home.

You may also find Animal Shelters locations in nearby cities including Bakersfield.