City of Chico Animal Shelter
A Second Chance for Chico's Pets
The Chico Animal Shelter is dedicated to serving our community by providing compassionate care to stray dogs and facilitating successful adoptions into loving, permanent homes. We believe every animal deserves a chance to find their perfect match and become a cherished family member.
Our Commitment to the Community
As the primary animal shelter for the City of Chico, we address a vital local need by caring for stray dogs found within our city limits and working to reunite them with their owners. Our work is fueled by the support of our neighbors, who help us provide everything from essential veterinary care to daily comfort for the animals in our facility.
How We Provide Care
Our shelter acts as a safe haven where dedicated staff and a vital network of volunteers work together to ensure every animal is well-supported during their stay. We prioritize the health and well-being of our residents, offering medical care, behavior enrichment, and fostering opportunities that help prepare animals for the transition into their new lives. By working with both staff and community volunteers, we create a nurturing environment where our animals can thrive while they wait for their forever families.
Find Your New Best Friend
Choosing to adopt is a life-changing decision that brings joy and companionship to your home while providing a deserving animal with a fresh start. We invite you to visit our facility during our daily walk-through hours to meet the wonderful dogs and cats currently waiting for their perfect human partner. Whether you are looking for an active hiking companion or a quiet friend to relax with, our staff is here to help you make a connection that lasts a lifetime.
Get Involved Today
You can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our animals by visiting our adoptable pets page, considering a foster placement, or joining our volunteer team. Come visit us at 2579 Fair St. to see the impact of your support firsthand and meet your new best friend.
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Efficient adoption process
- Communication friction regarding intake policies
8/4 - Emaciated husky found dead inside garage in Chico; owner arrested
A 26-year-old Chico woman was arrested after a dead, emaciated dog was found inside her garage during a welfare check for the animal in early May, the Chico...
5/26 - Chico Animal Shelter expands walk-in hours for pet adoption
The Chico Animal Shelter has extended its weekday walk-in adoption hours to 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. from the previous 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. window.
5/18 - Chico Animal Shelter to offer fee-waived adoptions on June 6 as part of California Adopt-a-Pet Day
The event builds on 2 consecutive years of record-breaking results. When California Adopt-a-Pet Day launched in 2024, 3,609 animals found loving homes in a single day, far exceeding its initial
