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Buffalo City - Animal Shelter - Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets

380 N Oak St, Buffalo, NY 14203

Eligibility
Individuals seeking to adopt an animal; those seeking help for injured, abused, lost, and/or abandoned animals; and those seeking assistance with dangerous animals. Individuals must be at least 21 years old, own a home, or have a landlord's approval to adopt. Service Area: City of Buffalo.
Hours
Monday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(716) 851-5694
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Main Phone

(716) 851-5636
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Main Phone

(311)
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311 Call & Resolution Center

(716) 851-4890
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Mayor's Call & Resolution Center

(716) 851-4265
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Secondary Phone

Application process
Adoption application available on website. Applications may be mailed, faxed, emailed, or dropped off in person.
Fees
Fees vary; call for more information.
Service area
Buffalo city, NY
Provides shelter and care to injured, abused, lost, and/or abandoned animals before finding them a new home through adoption. Helps reunite families with lost pets. Keeps potentially dangerous animals off the streets. Volunteer opportunities available.
Last assured
02/19/2026
Providing organization
Buffalo City - Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets (DPW)
Buffalo City - Animal Shelter - Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets