About Us

Tulare County Animal Services Division strives to improve the safety and quality of life for the animals and residents in the unincorporated areas of Tulare County by focusing on:

Ensuring public safety
Responsible pet ownership and reducing the dangers and nuisances caused by irresponsible pet owners
Protecting pets from abuse, neglect, and homelessness through education and enforcement of laws, codes, and regulations related to animals
The humane care and treatment of animals
Care, sheltering, and adoption services for stray, sick, or injured, abandoned, and surrendered animals
Responding to emergencies and investigating reports of dog bites, vicious animals, animal abuse and neglect, public complaints, and more
Reducing animal overpopulation by promoting and providing spay/neutering services
Dog and kennel licensing services
Microchipping services

Animals under the care and custody of the Tulare County Animal Services Division are sheltered at the County’s Animal Care and Adoptions facility. The facility has indoor/outdoor kennel runs for dogs, a combined cat room and outdoor cattery, and spaces for non-domestic animals and livestock.

Our Philosophy

We believe that through building relationships, the enforcement of regulations, and educating individuals on matters relating to animal welfare, that animals and community members will thrive.

Location and Hours

14131 Avenue 256 (just east of Lovers Lane)
Visalia, CA 93292
(559) 636-4050

Shelter hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Holidays.