Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control

01/15/2025

"Are You Missing Me?" 🥺🐾 *PLEASE SHARE THIS POST!* These babies came to LFACC as strays, and with your help, could be reunited with those who may be searching for them!

*HOW TO RECLAIM A PET*:

🏃‍♀️🏃 If you've lost a pet, PLEASE COME IN PERSON and look for them. We are located at 1600 Old Frankfort Pike, Building A, and are open to the public from 12pm-6pm, Monday through Saturday. *Please bring proof of ownership, such as vet records, pics of the two of you on your phone, etc.

📱 Check our *ONLINE LOST & FOUND DATABASE* for LFACC, which can be found at the link in the comments (if I include the link in this caption, it flags the post as spam for some reason). You can also reach an Animal Service representative at (859) 255-9033 ext. 233 to make lost/found reports and ask any questions you may have.

01/12/2025

Our phones and internet are back up!

Thanks for your patience everyone.

01/12/2025

Our phone lines and internet are down! For the time being, if you have an animal-related emergency, please call (859) 229-4588.

We will update when they’re back online. Sorry for the inconvenience. Stay safe everyone!

01/11/2025

2024 Update: Protecting Our Community’s Animals!

In 2024, Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control officers responded to over 2,000 animal welfare concerns. While our goal is always to educate pet owners and promote responsible care, sometimes the situation requires us to take further action. In the past year alone, LFACC officers filed 106 charges for the mistreatment of animals in Fayette County, with 5 cases so severe they were charged as felony torture.

Thanks to the enhanced language of Kentucky’s Torture Law, which came into effect over the summer, the penalties for neglect that causes serious harm or death have increased, helping us hold offenders accountable and protect the most vulnerable members of our society.

While it’s heartbreaking to see such abuse, the incredible community support we receive makes all the difference. From our animal control officers, kennel staff, veterinary teams, and foster and adoptive families – it truly takes a village to give these animals a second chance at life.

We also want to give a huge THANK YOU to our community for being the eyes and ears in the fight for animal welfare. Your calls and tips help us save lives. Together, we’re making progress!

01/10/2025

Remember Fendi?

A few months ago, we reached out to the public for help with identifying a dog we received as a “stray.” Thanks to your tips and support, our investigation led to animal cruelty charges against two individuals.

This week, the owner pleaded guilty in this heartbreaking starvation case.

The good news? Fendi, the dog at the center of this case, has made a full recovery and is now available for adoption through the Lexington Humane Society!

We are incredibly thankful for our community’s role in protecting animals like Fendi. If you ever suspect animal abuse or neglect, please contact us at (859) 255-9033 ext 221.

Thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of animals and our community!

If you are interested in adopting Fendi, click the link below to learn more!
https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/lhs_pet/fendi

01/10/2025

Due to inclement weather, our Animal Services department will be closing early today, Friday, January 10th at 4:30PM.

Once again, we are encouraging pet owners to bring their animals inside. We have crates available for those who need them. Animal welfare concerns should be reported to us immediately by calling (859) 255-9033.

01/10/2025

This morning, we received a call about a pony loose in the roadway. Our officers, along with a couple of good Samaritans, were quick to act and helped keep him safe until the owner arrived. We’re happy to report that our new friend, Sunny, is now safe, secure, and sound.

A big thank you to everyone who helped keep this little guy out of harm’s way!

01/09/2025

Another winter storm warning goes into effect tomorrow! Prepare now to keep your pets safe!

We are encouraging pet owners to bring their animals inside. We have crates available for those who need them.

Animal welfare concerns should be reported to us immediately by calling (859) 255-9033.

To read Lexington’s Care and Treatment Ordinance:

https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/lexingtonfayettecoky/latest/lexingtonfayettecoky_code/0-0-0-3663

01/06/2025

Fingers crossed, we won't have another falling buzzard incident like we did in 2022!

If you do happen to see a falling or frozen vulture, please safely place them inside an enclosure like a cage and inside a covered (preferably somewhat heated) area like a garage or outdoor building to thaw before you place back where they were found once they thaw out and warm up.

Together we can keep the animals in our community safe. If you notice injured or orphaned wildlife, call us at (859) 255-9033!

In Florida they have falling lizard alerts when it gets cold, but here in KENTUCKY we have a…

Falling BUZZARD Alert!

We’ve had multiple calls on buzzards falling out of trees. The storm caused their wings to be iced over, preventing them from flying. A few were found stuck in the ice!

In total, we picked up 35 birds in need of a little defrosting.

Don’t worry, all of our friends made it through the storm. Once warmed up at our facility, they were released back into the wild. Buzzards are so important to the environment and we’re happy to do our part to protect them!

01/05/2025

Due to inclement weather, our Animal Services department will be closed to the public tomorrow, Monday, January 6th.

Once again, we are encouraging pet owners to bring their animals inside. We have crates available for those who need them. Animal welfare concerns should be reported to us immediately by calling (859) 255-9033.

Please keep these other winter pet safety tips in mind during these cold, icy days:

❄Warm engines in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the hood. To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car’s hood to scare them away before starting your engine.

❄The salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet. Wipe the feet with a damp towel before your pet licks them and irritates his/her mouth.

❄Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but it has a sweet taste that may attract animals and children. Wipe up spills and store antifreeze (and all household chemicals) out of reach. Better yet, use antifreeze-coolant made with propylene glycol; if swallowed in small amounts, it will not hurt pets, wildlife, or your family.

If you have questions, need to request a crate, or report a concern, don't hesitate to call us. We are here to help! Let's work together to keep the animals in our community safe.

01/03/2025

December 2024 here at LFACC...
PLEASE spay, neuter, vaccinate, and microchip your pets!

01/02/2025

❄️ WINTER WEATHER ALERT ❄️
Prepare NOW to Keep Your Pets Safe!

With extreme cold and potential winter weather on the way, NOW is the time to gather supplies and make a plan for your pets! Stores are already selling out of straw, so if you need supplies and other necessities, please act quickly to ensure your animals are safe and warm.

💡 Tips for Pet Owners:
1) Bring pets indoors or provide them with a secure, insulated shelter.
2) Make sure you have enough food, water, and any medications your pets may need in case you are not able to travel.
3) Keep outdoor trips short and monitor for signs of frostbite or hypothermia.

🐶🐱 Need Help? LFACC is here for you! We are loaning crates to help ensure pets can stay indoors during this dangerous weather. (During inclement weather events, please call first before visiting LFACC Animal Services to ask what services are available.) Call us at (859) 255-9033 for more information.

01/02/2025

2025 is starting off with a HUGE "Are You Missing Me?" post... 17 animals today! 🥺🐾 *PLEASE SHARE THIS POST!* These babies came to LFACC as strays, and with your help, could be reunited with those who may be searching for them!

*HOW TO RECLAIM A PET*:

🏃‍♀️🏃 If you've lost a pet, PLEASE COME IN PERSON and look for them. We are located at 1600 Old Frankfort Pike, Building A, and are open to the public from 12pm-6pm, Monday through Saturday. *Please bring proof of ownership, such as vet records, pics of the two of you on your phone, etc.

📱 Check our *ONLINE LOST & FOUND DATABASE* for LFACC, which can be found at the link in the comments (if I include the link in this caption, it flags the post as spam for some reason). You can also reach an Animal Service representative at (859) 255-9033 ext. 233 to make lost/found reports and ask any questions you may have.

01/01/2025

Have a safe and happy New Year, from all of us here at LFACC! 🎉
Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st. We look forward to serving you in 2025!

12/28/2024

Franklin and his owner are finally reunited after six long months apart!

It’s moments like these that remind us of the power of proper pet identification. Always make sure your animals have physical ID tags and updated microchip information—just in case the unexpected happens.

We offer microchipping for only $26.50. For more information on our low cost services, contact our Animal Services department at 859-255-9033 extension 233.