Marion County Dog Services

Marion County Dog Services Mission: To serve and protect the people and dogs of Marion County, Oregon in a professional manner. We look forward to hearing from you!
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If you are looking to adopt a four-legged friend, please visit www.mcdogs.net to view our adoptable dogs. Our shelter is closed for walk-in visitors and we conduct adoptions by appointment. If you see an adoptable dog on our website that you'd like to meet, the first step is to complete an online adoption application. The link to our adoption application can be found at www.mcdogs.net.

We're starting off the new year by sharing an update about a recent reunion that took place at our shelter!Maci, a sweet...
01/01/2025

We're starting off the new year by sharing an update about a recent reunion that took place at our shelter!

Maci, a sweet Golden Retriever/Great Pyrenees mix came in to the shelter on Christmas Eve. She had been missing for about 6 months. Her family looked for her and posted her as missing, but had given up hope of finding her. Her owner saw Maci's picture on our website, and our made her an appointment to redeem Maci. Maci lit up with happiness and fell into her owner's lap. We love to see reunions like these!

If your dog is missing, please visit mcdogs.net to see if your dog is listed as found. If not, please submit a post to list your dog as missing. Please call our team at 503-566-6988 for any questions or assistance with redeeming a dog.

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed tomorrow, January 1st for the New Year's Day holiday. We will reo...
01/01/2025

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed tomorrow, January 1st for the New Year's Day holiday. We will reopen at 12pm on Thursday, January 2nd. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to care for the dogs.

Have a safe and happy new year!
-The MCDS Team

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be open from 12-4pm tomorrow, Tuesday December 24th. We will be closed Wedn...
12/24/2024

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be open from 12-4pm tomorrow, Tuesday December 24th. We will be closed Wednesday, December 25th for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at 12pm on Thursday, December 26th and will resume our normal hours.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Also, keep an eye on our page-the MCDS dogs will be receiving their Christmas gifts tomorrow!

If you’re looking to spread some holiday cheer this season, consider donating to the shelter via our giving tree! The tr...
12/14/2024

If you’re looking to spread some holiday cheer this season, consider donating to the shelter via our giving tree!

The tree has tags with different items that we use for our shelter dogs. Simply take a tag and bring the item on the tag back to the shelter and place it under the tree!

If you’d like to donate, but aren’t able to visit in person, please consider donating via our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/1PFDUKTCDXJ93/ref=cm_sw_em_r_wsg_hmlBwb0S82V94_wb

or our website: https://www.co.marion.or.us/CS/DogServices/Pages/help.aspx

These items include food, treats, and toys that the dogs will play with both in their kennels and in our play yards.

Thank you for all that you do to support our shelter and our dogs!

We're happy to announce that we will be reducing adoption fees starting tomorrow, Tuesday, December 10th through Saturda...
12/10/2024

We're happy to announce that we will be reducing adoption fees starting tomorrow, Tuesday, December 10th through Saturday, January 4th!

All puppies under 6 months and small breed dogs will have adoption fees of $150. Adult large breed dogs will have adoption fees of just $25!

Our adoption fee includes spay/neuter, core vaccines, deworming, flea treatment, and a goody bag with supplies for your new pup!

Help us find homes for the holidays for all of our adoptable dogs!

Visit mcdogs.net to view adoptable dogs.

Our kennels are open for walk-through on the following days/times:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 12pm-6pm
Saturdays: 10am-3pm

Stop by the shelter and find your new family member!

Today, we're sharing an update on our shelter capacity. Since 2022, MCDS has been experiencing increased intake numbers,...
12/06/2024

Today, we're sharing an update on our shelter capacity. Since 2022, MCDS has been experiencing increased intake numbers, and this week, we have had a record number of intakes-17 dogs were brought in as strays in a single day!

MCDS has 40 full indoor-outdoor kennels, with 13 smaller overflow kennels to temporarily house strays as they are processed for intake. Each kennel that is filled in with color is currently full. As you can see, currently, nearly every kennel in our shelter is full.

We're very grateful for the community support we already have. A small team of staff members is responsible for caring for all of the dogs in the shelter-including feeding, cleaning, providing enrichment, and overseeing their medical and behavioral health. We have an amazing team of volunteers who help our team with dog walking, dishes/laundry, and many other tasks that help the shelter run smoothly.

During times of high intake, staff and volunteers work together to ensure the dogs' needs are being met, but we would love more support!

If you'd like to help, here are some ways you can support MCDS:

🐾Ensure that your dog's microchip is up to date and has accurate contact information. We receive many dogs with microchips that are not updated, which makes it more difficult to reunite dogs directly with their owners.
🐾Make sure that your dog is wearing their Marion County license tag and/or an ID tag with an updated phone number (and backup contact information if possible). The more dogs that can be quickly reunited with their owners in the community means fewer strays coming into the shelter! If you find a dog wearing a license tag, call MCDS and we'll help get the dog back home!
🐾Volunteer! Visit mcdogs.net to fill out our quick and easy volunteer application, and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you to schedule you for orientation and training. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities, from dog walking, to helping create enrichment items for the dogs, to outreach events!
🐾Foster! Fill out our volunteer application-we are always looking for fosters for large dogs especially!
🐾Adopt! Our kennels are open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12pm-6pm and Saturday from 10am-3pm. Visit the shelter and walk through our kennels! Whether you're looking for a hiking buddy, or a companion to curl up next to you on the couch, we've got the right fit for you!

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, November 28th due to the Thanksgiving holiday...
11/28/2024

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, November 28th due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to care for the dogs. We will reopen at noon on Friday, November 29th.

Have a happy and safe holiday!

Looking for something fun to do this holiday weekend?Join Marion County Dog Services at Cascade High School for their Co...
11/26/2024

Looking for something fun to do this holiday weekend?

Join Marion County Dog Services at Cascade High School for their Cougie for a Cause event. Meet adoptable dogs, and learn more about our volunteer & foster programs, and if you’re able, please donate to our shelter! See below for a list of items we are collecting to help support lost and stray dogs of Marion County.

The event will take place at Cascade High School, located at 10226 Marion Road SE in Turner from 10am-2pm.

Looking for a small dog?Visit our shelter tomorrow! We have 5 small dogs who will be available for adoption starting tom...
11/14/2024

Looking for a small dog?

Visit our shelter tomorrow! We have 5 small dogs who will be available for adoption starting tomorrow, Thursday November 14th at noon.

Our kennels are open for walk-through and all adoptions are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Our shelter is located at 3550 Aumsville Highway SE in Salem, Oregon. Visit mcdogs.net for more information on our adoption process.

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed Monday, November 11th for the Veteran's Day Holiday. We will reop...
11/10/2024

Please note: Marion County Dog Services will be closed Monday, November 11th for the Veteran's Day Holiday. We will reopen at 12pm on Tuesday, November 12th. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to care for the dogs.

Thank you to all Veterans for your service!

🐾 Join Our Team of Volunteers at Marion County Dog Services! 🐾Do you love dogs and want to make a difference?  Marion Co...
11/09/2024

🐾 Join Our Team of Volunteers at Marion County Dog Services! 🐾

Do you love dogs and want to make a difference? Marion County Dog Services is looking for compassionate volunteers to help walk and socialize our furry friends. It’s a rewarding way to spend time outdoors while helping dogs find their forever homes!

Why Volunteer with Us?
✅ Make a Difference – Give dogs the exercise and attention they need.
✅ Fresh Air & Exercise – Get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and keep active while helping.
✅ Community Impact – Help build a stronger, more compassionate community.

How to Get Involved:
-Fill out a volunteer application on our website at mcdogs.net.
-Once your application is received, our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you to schedule an orientation session.
-Following orientation, you'll attend training with our Training & Behavior Specialist to learn more about our dog walking program.

Whether you’re looking for a way to give back or just want to enjoy some puppy time, we’d love to have you on our team!

Happy Halloween from Marion County Dog Services! The MCDS dogs celebrated with treats and a few of the dogs dressed up i...
11/01/2024

Happy Halloween from Marion County Dog Services! The MCDS dogs celebrated with treats and a few of the dogs dressed up in costume today, pictured here. Visit our shelter to meet all of these cuties and more!

We're open for walk-through adoptions Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12-6pm and Saturday from 10am-3pm. All of our adoptable dogs are listed at mcdogs.net.

Please note: Unfortunately, Marion County Dog Services will be closed today due to staffing levels. Staff will be on-sit...
10/19/2024

Please note: Unfortunately, Marion County Dog Services will be closed today due to staffing levels. Staff will be on-site to care for the animals, but we will be closed to the public.

We will still take in strays and return dogs to their owners by appointment. Please call 503-566-6988 if you have lost or found a dog, and our team will assist you.

We are sorry for the inconvenience, and will reopen at 12pm on Monday, October 21st. Regular adoption walk-through hours will resume Tuesday, October 22nd.

Meet Cranberry! This sassy 5-year-old Husky mix is ready to steal your heart and rule your home like the princess she is...
10/19/2024

Meet Cranberry! This sassy 5-year-old Husky mix is ready to steal your heart and rule your home like the princess she is!

Cranberry loves to be pampered and groomed, making her the perfect companion for someone who enjoys a little TLC. With her stunning looks and vibrant personality, she’s sure to bring joy and laughter to your life. She was lucky to have a group of students visit last week who were happy to brush her beautiful coat, and she'd love to have a home where she can be brushed every day!

If you’re ready to give this gorgeous girl the royal treatment she deserves, come meet Cranberry! Our shelter is open for walk-through adoptions Saturday from 10am-3pm. Help us find her the forever home she’s been dreaming of. Visit mcdogs.net for more info.

MCDS is happy to announce that we're adding an additional day to our regular walk-through hours for adoptions! We will n...
10/08/2024

MCDS is happy to announce that we're adding an additional day to our regular walk-through hours for adoptions! We will now be open for walk-throughs on Fridays from 12-6pm, in addition to our Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday walk-through hours. Visit our shelter and meet adoptable dogs!

Please note: Our shelter will be closed tomorrow, September 26th due to a staff event. Staff will be on-site to assist w...
09/26/2024

Please note: Our shelter will be closed tomorrow, September 26th due to a staff event. Staff will be on-site to assist with stray intakes and owner redemptions by appointment. Please call 503-566-6988 for assistance.

Thank you!
-The MCDS Team

Thank you so much to Janice, who organized a donation drive for MCDS! The donations were provided by teams that attended...
09/25/2024

Thank you so much to Janice, who organized a donation drive for MCDS! The donations were provided by teams that attended the National Association for Canine Scent Work dog trial in Scotts Mills, Oregon. Thank you for the plethora of treats, toys, and enrichment supplies for our shelter dogs! 🐕

Janice and shelter alumni Zorro stopped by the shelter recently to drop off the items. Our team and our dogs are so grateful!

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3550 Aumsville Highway SE
Salem, OR
97317

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15035885233

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If you are looking for a new canine companion, visit our shelter Monday thru Friday from noon to 6:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ,and look through our kennels or you can visit our website to view our current adoptable dogs. www.MCDogs.net We are always looking for Volunteers and Foster Parents. Please see our "notes" section of this page for more information about these programs. You can also view all the information on our website as well. www.MCDogs.net