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Animal Control

Information About Animal Control

Joliet Township’s Animal Control Center bears the responsibility for sheltering stray or unwanted dogs and cats that are available for adoption at the Center. The Center has a population of puppies, kittens, and adult animals available for adoption. In an attempt to control the animal population, any adopted animal from the Center must be spayed or neutered as part of the adoption agreement.

Joliet Township Government’s Animal Control Ordinance

No stray animals shall be permitted upon the public through fares or public property in Joliet Township. Through intergovernmental agreements with the City of Joliet, the Village of Rockdale, and the City of Crest Hill, the Animal Control staff is also responsible for Animal Control within these municipalities.

For more information and details, please visit our website directly at www.joliettownshipanimalcontrol.net.

24/7 Animal Control Support for Strays and Lost Pets

Animal Control Patrol Wardens respond to calls reporting loose and stray animals, to ensure they are picked up and brought back to the center in an effort to ensure the safety of the public. An Animal Control Patrol Warden is available on call 24 hours a day for emergency situations involving stray animals or abused animals during hours the Center is closed.

The staff at the Animal Control Center also takes calls for lost animals and attempts to assist the owner in locating a lost animal in the event that animal has been picked up and brought into the Animal Control Center.

Animals for Adoption

View the dogs for adoption.
View cats for adoption.

Vouchers for Discounted Vet Care

Joliet Township Animal Control has received a grant to help people in the community afford select veterinary services for their pets.  Please call or visit our office for details.  You will be required to come to our office to receive the voucher that will provide the needed services at Paws For A Cause in Naperville.  Please see the link to the Paws For A Cause restrictions to make sure that your pet meets the requirements.

This program is available for a limited time and handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Available Services and Client Co-Pay

Dentals: $50
Spay/Neuter (Feral, Cat, or Dog): $25
Pyometra (Cat or Dog):$50
Prescription Medications:$0
 
Important Information:
This voucher is only valid for services listed.
Services must be scheduled through Paws for a Cause Vet Care
Co-pays are required at scheduling
This voucher must be presented at the time of the appointment
Limited availability: appointments are on a first-come, first -served basis. 
 
To schedule:
Call 630-961-8000
Location: 1620 Bond St Naperville, IL 60563
 
Thank you to Best Friends Animal Society for making this possible and helping pets receive the care they need!
Valid 2025

Department Contact Information

Hours of operation:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Located at:

2807 McDonough Street, Joliet, IL 60436 

Phone: (815) 725-0333

Fax: (815) 725-4110

Email: Animalcontrol@joliettownship.net