Maricopa County Animal Care & Control

11/03/2024

The salt-and-pepper face. The tongue. The stuffy. Stella, you are everything.

Ever adopted from MCACC? Share your story! Submit your here: https://tinyurl.com/mcacchappytails

11/02/2024

FOLLOW THE 3-3-3 RULE! If you've adopted a dog recently, please be aware that your pet needs time to decompress and settle into a routine. Their personality after 3 days in their new home might change after 3 weeks!

This information is available to adopters at MCACC, but this applies to any dog you might adopt from a shelter or rescue! Remember: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn a routine, and 3 months for them to feel like they're at home.

Find more resources at https://ow.ly/TF6f50TXIq8.

11/02/2024

PSA: Don't forget to register and keep your pet's microchip updated! Dyna went missing from her family's yard 8 months ago and was found wandering the streets of Buckeye earlier this week.

Our business office discovered a microchip that had not been officially registered but was "pending enrollment." We were able to reach Dyna's family through the microchip website, and she is finally back home (although she was VERY conflicted about her spay surgery).

There are still two months left of our Mission MIcrochip program. Get your dog microchipped at no cost: https://ow.ly/xSfi50TYpNm

11/01/2024

✨ Friday Foster Feature ✨

Ham. Or as his foster says: Hammy boy, hambone, hamburrito, Alexander Hamilton. This 10/10 Grade A Chonky Chonkster is currently in foster, but he is ready for a forever home. He just put his best paw forward. Can you do the same for him?

"Such a teddy bear who just wants to be near you. He would be a good fit for a household with either no dog or a very respectful low energy dog. He isn't very active, very much a couch potato so a household who isn't always on the go and is mostly home he would prefer."

Are you looking for a lazy ham and cheese sub who sleeps in and lies around all day? Email [email protected] to meet Hammeroni Pizza: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A4996969

11/01/2024

Goodbye Dogtober, hello Novembark! 🐾 Check out these adoption events happening this month. Be sure to check out Arizona Animal Welfare League's Walk to Save Animals this weekend, Family Fest at Vertuccio Farms with The LovePup Foundation, and more!

Find a list of the latest events here: https://www.maricopa.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=23

10/31/2024

National Pit Bull Awareness Month may be coming to an end, but these big-headed boys and girls are still looking for a BOO of their own this holiday! 🎃

Despite the many misconceptions pit bulls face, we have met countless loving, playful, and happy-go-lucky pitties who would be perfect additions to someone's home. We celebrate Pit Bull Awareness Month every month at MCACC!

To learn more about these adoptable dogs, visit https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/AdoptPets.

10/31/2024

Denzel would like to wish you a very spooky holiday today! This sweet ghoul has been "the perfect dog" in foster and is hoping this fancy photoshoot won't scare you away from adopting him.

"He is non-destructive, completely potty trained and does well at home alone even for long periods. He is just a big love bug that wants to have a quiet, relaxing and loving life."

There's no better way to celebrate October 31 than by meeting the supernatural Denzel, who hopes to be your one and only pet. If you're looking for a lovebug to be your forever best friend, email [email protected].

Learn more: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A4950455
Photo credit: Michelle McKeen Photography

10/31/2024

Hoshi looks as happy as can be! Wishing you a very !

If you've ever adopted from MCACC, we'd love to share your story. Submit your here: https://tinyurl.com/mcacchappytails

10/30/2024

Update: Adopted!

Maximus is trying to look as big and scary as possible this spooky season, but those jiggly jowls and drool strands aren't fooling anyone! This 96 lb, 10-year-old Cane Corso came to us as an underweight stray with some very creaky hip bones, and he is ready to stretch his horse legs in a forever home.

Maximus the Big Brindle Dog is less of a velcro pup and more of a "secure the perimeter" type of dog. This old man spends most of his days exploring and snuffling in the play yard, but he'll briefly pause if he needs to sit for some treats or receive pets. He likes them, but he's big and tough so we're not supposed to know that.

If you're looking for a calm gentle giant who will sniff out every corner of your house for treats, consider this West shelter favorite: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A5084982

10/30/2024

This is Montey. He was a stray dog wandering around the Gila River, and now he's in a kennel in Phoenix, stressed and confused. But his time here is being made a little easier with the help of YOUR donated enrichment!

Enrichment items like pig ears, Porkchomps and scented treat bags help stimulate a dog's mind by allowing them to engage in natural behaviors, like smelling, scavenging and chewing. In a kennel that limits the behavior they can express, this is critical.

Want to see what items are in the highest need? Check out our Amazon wishlists. Donations can be made in person during business hours:
- West: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/30CEKD6Z5FU1P/
- East: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3NUG9J4W0TXOI

10/29/2024

For National Pitbull Awareness Month, we'd like everyone to meet Sammy! More than two months ago, Sammy was found wandering the streets of Phoenix, covered in dirt and old wounds. Despite whatever this 6-year-old may have faced, he is a friend to all. Can he be your best friend?

As you can see, he is very excited about his two pairs of fancy ears. He's playful, gentle, curious, and everything that a good dog embodies. White pitbulls like Sammy can be overlooked in the shelter, but he hopes his fancy turkey hat will help him stand out.

Meet Sugar Bear Sammy at the East shelter: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A4999291

10/29/2024

Happy homecoming, Peaches! 💙 This deaf and blind dog managed to escape her yard last week on the eve of her 15th birthday. Luckily, after spreading the word on social media, the family discovered she was here at MCACC!

Peaches was given up-to-date vaccines, a microchip, and had her license updated. If you want a FREE microchip for your pup in case they ever run away from home, we have plenty of appointments available: https://mcaccappointments.as.me/vaccination

10/28/2024

10/28/2024

WE NEED FOSTERS! If you can't commit to a long time, why not a short time? Fosters give our dogs a much-needed break from the shelter while preparing them for adoption.

All the dogs featured here are foster-eligible and excited to find some temporary homes! Learn more about fostering at https://www.maricopa.gov/296/Foster.

10/27/2024

✨ Senior Sunday Spotlight ✨

Don't be fooled by Delta's resting serious face. He just retired from being a lawyer last year and is still learning how to relax and enjoy life. But very few things affect this 8-year-old man - he is calm, collected, and a big softie.

Delta acts like a truffle pig at times and grunts when he's sniffing. He's still adjusting to shelter life, but is a friend to everyone he meets.

If you'd like to adopt a cool old guy, meet Delta at the East shelter: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A5078069

10/27/2024

There are more dog beds than human beds in Marley's house, and we wouldn't have it any other way!

If you've ever adopted from MCACC, we'd love to share your story. Submit your here: https://tinyurl.com/mcacchappytails

10/26/2024

Meet Levi, today's Friday Foster Feature. Levi was an owner surrender due to personal and financial difficulties. Before they separated, Levi's owner left us with a note to give his future adopter. We hope that this post reaches them.

Here's what Levi's current foster parent has to say about him: "Levi is calm and very sweet. He is always excited to greet you...Levi is happy to quietly chill on the couch or at your feet while you work. He loves pets, especially on his head, neck, and chin. And he will gently head boop you for more pets or tap with his paw or lean against you."

Please email [email protected] if you'd like to help Levi start a new chapter in his life: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A4745563

10/25/2024

Can't make it to the shelter? We're bringing adoptable dogs to a PetSmart in Mesa today and tomorrow for PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week!

The dogs featured here will likely be onboard the adoption bus, and they're ready to find their new best friend!

📍 1733 S Stapley Dr, Mesa
⏰ 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fri; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sat

10/25/2024

Meet Juniper! 🐾 For Prep the Pet, PetSmart salon stylists across the U.S. gave shelter pets, like Juniper, free grooms to help them look and feel their best for PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week. ❤️ Maricopa County Animal Care & Control

Find adoptable pets near you at your local PetSmart: https://petsmartcharities.org/adopt-a-pet.

10/24/2024

In honor of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, PetSmart came to MCACC to generously give some dogs a much-needed groom ahead of our adoption events in Mesa this weekend! We are so thankful!

PetSmart is holding adoption events at nearly ALL of their locations this weekend. We’ll be bringing some fresh and clean dogs here:

📍1733 S Stapley Dr, Mesa
📆 Oct. 25-26
⏰ 3pm-7pm Fri, 11am - 3pm Sat

10/24/2024

Wonder how much enrichment we use daily? The answer is: A lot! Bully sticks, rawhides and other lasting enrichment items keep the hundreds of dogs in our care occupied while they wait for their forever homes.

We are grateful for all the donations that continue supporting our animals daily. If you would like to help these homeless pups, check out our Amazon wishlists:
- West: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/30CEKD6Z5FU1P/
- East: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3NUG9J4W0TXOI

10/24/2024

SPOOKY DOG ALERT 🚨 Sorry to scare you, but these adoptable pups are all dressed up this fall and are excited to find their forever homes! If you'd like to meet one of these lovely creatures in disguise, visit Maricopa.gov/Pets to find their profiles. 🎃

A special thanks to Good Vibes Dogtography for taking these photos!

10/24/2024

Mouse was abandoned on the side of a freeway, and now he's living the good life in a forever home! Thank you, Sharon!

If you've ever adopted from MCACC, we'd love to share your story. Submit your here: https://tinyurl.com/mcacchappytails

10/23/2024

Miss Juicy Lucy explored the world on her Tails Around Town field trip last weekend! Her 83-pound hippo frame wasn't a problem since she easily hopped into the car for her adventure.

"I had Lucy today and she is the cuddliest dog you will ever meet. Lucy loved going on walks, getting lots and lots of pets, climbing up in my lap, and taking naps. Lucy would go up to any person she could find looking for pets and brought smiles to all their faces!"

Lucy still hasn't had any meet and greets despite her best efforts, and this needs to change! Come adopt Lucy Goosey at the West shelter: https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/adoptPets/Home/Details/A4877435

10/22/2024

Today is ! If you're looking for ways to get tails wagging in our Maricopa County Animal Care & Control shelters, follow this link to learn about ways you can help, whether that's adopting, fostering, volunteering, or donating: https://www.maricopa.gov/163/How-to-Help