County animal shelters serve as the primary intake point for stray and surrendered animals across the entire county and are responsible for enforcing local animal control laws including licensing, leash requirements, and dangerous dog ordinances. There are 16 Animal Shelters locations in Monroe County, New York.
County residents should register their pets with the local animal control office as required by ordinance, which helps facilitate reunification if an animal goes missing. Some counties maintain 24-hour stray animal intake or have drop-off arrangements with partner organizations outside of regular business hours.
List of Monroe County, New York Animal Shelters
Genesee Valley Canine Welfare
Animal Rescue Team, Inc.
Scottsville Veterinary Hospital
Greece Town Animal Control
Brightstar German Shepherd Rescue
Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets
Pet Adoption Network
Animal Service League
Humane Society At Lollypop Farm
Rochester Animal Services
Rescued Treasures Pet Adoptions
Webster Animal Control
Rochester Animal Control
Brighton Animal Control Division
Pittsford Animal Control
Hilton Animal Control
Residents of Monroe County should check whether their municipality has its own animal control ordinance separate from county rules, as licensing fees, leash laws, and bite incident procedures can vary between incorporated cities and unincorporated county areas.
You may also find Animal Shelters locations in neighboring counties including Monroe, Genesee, Orleans.