Animal Control

Function

The Animal Control Department is responsible for the enforcement, investigation, and prosecution of violations pertaining to the animal control ordinances of Paulding County.

The Department maintains a humane shelter environment for lost and unwanted animals, which it cares for until they are adopted, reclaimed by their owner, rescued, or humanely euthanized.

Hours

Enforcement Hours

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays:
  8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
• On-call for emergencies only on Mondays, holidays and after hours

Shelter Hours

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays:
  Noon until 4 p.m.
• Saturdays:
  Noon until 6 p.m.
• Sundays:
  Noon until 5 p.m.
• Closed on Mondays and holidays