Maricopa County Office of the Legal Advocate

Barking dog issues are addressed through the local noise ordinances of the city or town. If you have a barking dog issue and the owner resides in an unincorporated area, you may call Maricopa County Animal Care and County (MCACC) at 602-506-7387. Please be prepared with the address of where the dog(s) reside. You must provide your full name, address and telephone number to file a complaint. Anonymous calls are not accepted. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Services & Fees

Maricopa County Animal Care and County (MCACC) does not have the legal authority to investigate animal cruelty complaints. Suspicions of animal cruelty or neglect should be reported to your local law enforcement agency. If you live in an unincorporated area of Maricopa County, call the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office at 602-876-1000. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Services & Fees

Maricopa County Animal Care and County (MCACC) does not take reports of dead dogs and cats. Citizens should contact the city where the deceased animal was found and ask for the phone number of the appropriate agency to handle dead animal pickup. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Services & Fees

Our media pets are either available on the same day, or the day following when they make their appearance. If more than one person/family is interested in adopting a media pet, a drawing will be held for the adopter. You must be present to enter the drawing. Please call 602-506-PETS (7387) for more information about the specific pet and where he/she is available for adoption. Here are some of our regular media spots: Every Saturday on 3TV's "Good Morning Arizona" Every other Thursday on Arizona Midday Every Saturday on ABC 15 Mornings Every other Wednesday at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Channel 11 Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Pet Adoption

Due to the large volume of animals that we take in, we are unable to tell you over the phone or by email if we have the particular breed you are seeking. To see what animals are currently at our shelters please visit our Adoption page . Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Pet Adoption

Although all pets adopted from Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) have had their basic vaccinations and spay/neuter surgery, we cannot guarantee the health of any adopted animal. When you adopt your dog or cat from us, we will provide you with a list of valley veterinarians who will provide a free health check within 10 days of adoption. Please check your adoption paperwork for the list and take your pet in for the checkup. Not all animal diseases have symptoms right away, but a veterinarian will be able to identify any health-related problems. Unfortunately, MCACC does not have veterinary staff available to provide medical help once a pet is adopted. If your pet is showing signs of illness, take him or her to a veterinarian for treatment. Remember, most illnesses can be easily treated if they are diagnosed early. If you wait to provide treatment for your pet, you risk your pets health and a larger vet bill. If your pet is having complications related to the spay/neuter surgery, please call us at 602-506-PETS (7387). Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Pet Adoption

Due to the large volume of animals that we take in, we are unable to tell you over the phone or by email if we have your pet in our care. As we don't want to give you wrong information, please visit both our West and East Valley Animal Care Centers every two days to look for your lost pet. You can also use our Interactive Search Tool as a resource in the search for your lost pet. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Lost Pet

By law, we are required to hold stray animals for 72 hours. This allows time for an owner to claim their lost pet. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Lost Pet

Our staff evaluates each animal and if they are physically and mentally healthy, the animals will be sent to a rescue group or put up for adoption. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Lost Pet

We do not charge for stray dogs; there is a $96 fee for stray cats. If you are surrendering an owned animal, there is a $75 per animal fee. For more information, visit our services and fees area. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Found Pet

f you have found an animal that has been hit by a car or has a life-threatening injury, please call the Arizona Humane Society at 602-997-7585, Ext 2073. Or, if you live in Peoria, Surprise, El Mirage, Youngtown, Avondale, Mesa, Buckeye or Wickenburg, please call your local police department. Return to Animal Care & Control Animal Care & Control - Found Pet

The Zoning Ordinance does not contain a definition for a “church,” although a “church” is included in the definition of “Places of Public Assembly.” A standard dictionary definition is acceptable; Webster’s Ninth New Collegiate dictionary defines “church” as “a building for public and especially Christian worship.” Planning & Development - Commercial