City of Lexington Animal Shelter

30/11/2023

UPDATE: OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND!!! THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING THIS POSSIBLE!

Do you know this boy? Please help find his family by sharing. Finder is certain a family is missing this sweet boy.

29/11/2023

UPDATE: OWNER FOUND!

Do you know these 3 beautiful horses? They showed up at Riverbend Mobile Veterinary Services this morning. Please contact the vet clinic at (405)527-0432.

28/11/2023

Meet Pecos he is off his stray hold and ready for a forever family.
Pecos is a Shar Pei mix approximately 7months old. This little boy is super sweet, and does well with other dogs and is even good with kids! He even is great about keeping his kennel clean.
If you are interested in meeting Pecos please call (405)527-9881 to make an appointment for a meet and greet.

20/11/2023

Another amazing donation dropped off this morning! Thank you for your support.

17/11/2023

THE SHELTER IS EMPTY!!! THANK YOU EVERYONE WHO CALLED AND FOUND YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND!!!

17/11/2023

UPDATE: RIVER HAS BEEN ADOPTED!!!

UPDATE: All of Rivers friends have left the shelter. He all alone in there😞. And no one has called to do a meet and greet.

River wants to know why all his friends have meet and greets today and he doesn’t. If all the meet and greets go well today and they all leave, River will be the only one left at the shelter. And that is no fun for a puppy only 14wks old. If you are interested in meeting River call (405)527-9881 to set up a meet and greet!

17/11/2023

We have quite the inventory that we need to move before the end of the year! Take advantage of our half-price sale this weekend 🐾

13/11/2023

No one came to get this sweet boy. So he is now available for adoption. His adoption fee is also $50. If you are interested in Bear (Yeti) please call (405)527-9881.

11/11/2023

Would like to give a big thank you to Tractor Supply for the amazing donations of animal food! This is absolutely incredible! Thank you again for your support!

10/11/2023

Do you know this pretty baby? Call (405)527-9881 to claim.

10/11/2023

10/11/2023

Many have asked who is available for adoption. We currently have 5 available. A short bio of each is located below their picture. If you are interested in meeting any of these pups call (405)527-9881.

03/11/2023

Thanks to a very generous donor the adoption fee for all available dogs at the shelter currently is only $50!

Thank you for your support!

03/11/2023

Seal found her forever family today!

02/11/2023

UPDATE: Horse and Owner are reunited.

Do you know this guy? Call the Lexington police to claim (405)527-9881.

01/11/2023

Today is National Cook For Your Dog Day! How many of you cook for your dog and what is their favorite treat?

27/10/2023

Happy National Black Cat 🐈‍⬛ Day! We do not adopt cats or have a place for cats at our shelter, but we do love to see them in happy homes. Share the Black cat you are celebrating today!

Don’t forget about the TNR challenge we have going on. We have a generous donor who has challenged the community to come together to help with the cat population in town. They are willing to match up to $500 in donations towards this program.

How is TNR good for the community and the cat population? We are stopping the unnecessary breeding, spread of diseases and unwanted wildlife.

A single cat can start breeding at 4months old. She can have up to 4 litters a year. The average litter size is 4. The average life span of a cat is 12-18 yrs.

What diseases can we help prevent and control by controlling the cat population with TNR?
Ringworms are very common in cats and can pass to people. Ringworm is not a worm but actually a fungus that infects the skin, hair and nails and can spread to other pets or people. This is just one of many diseases that cats have the potential to spread.

TNR can also help with unwanted wildlife in neighborhoods. With designated feeding areas and times we take away the opportunity for wildlife to come in and feed on left out food intended for the cats. The lack of food resources means the wildlife will be forced to find food elsewhere.

Thank you for the continuous support in animal welfare and the support of the animal shelter.

26/10/2023

Do you know these two dogs? They are running around NE 1st between Ash and Beech.

22/10/2023

Today is National Make A Dog’s Day! Get them that Pup Cup they love 💗 so much. Do something that your beloved dog enjoys.
Don’t have a dog and want to get in on fun of the day?
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved.
1) See about doing a Doggy Day Out
2) Staycation
3) Donate to a local Animal Shelter
Share any other ideas or photos of how you celebrate this day with special dogs in your life.

20/10/2023

This is Luke, he has been at the shelter since May. Luke is still looking for a forever home that is just as loving and goofy as he is. Luke loves to be in the middle of everything you are doing and wants to help anyway he can. If you are looking for someone who will be by your side forever and make you laugh, Luke might be just who you are looking for.
If you are interested in meeting Luke call the Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881 to set up a meet and greet.

19/10/2023

Hello all this is Bubba. He is an amazing little dog. He is a year old and just under 30lbs. Bubba is a little shy around people but once some time has passed he is very affectionate. He enjoys walks and playing with other dogs.

If you are interested in meeting Bubba call the Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881 to set up a meet and greet appointment.

17/10/2023

This is Seal, she is an amazing little lady. She does well with people and other dogs. She does not do well in a crowd and high activity areas. She is super sweet and eager to please.
If you are interested in meeting Seal call the Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881 to set up a meet and greet.

16/10/2023

Lady has been at the shelter since the end of May and is still waiting for her forever home. She is a year old with lots of energy. She enjoys her walks. She will play dress up if it means treats are there too. She also enjoys just settling down and being a lap buddy. If you would like to meet Lady call the Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881 to set up an appointment to meet her.

16/10/2023

Today is Global Cat Day! This day is dedicated to bringing awareness about the crisis we have with cats.

A female can get pregnant as young as 4 months. The average litter size is 4. And up to 4 litters a year. A cat’s average life span is 12-18yrs. Do the math. How many kittens on average can a single cat produce? Spay and neuter is essential.

We are trying to get a TNR program going. By coming together we can do better for the cats of our community. Please remember these are kittens we where lucky enough to find and get much needed care before anything worse could happen to them. We can save and help so many more with a TNR program.

15/10/2023

UPDATE: His owner is on their way to get him!!!

We are still looking for the owner to this baby. He is neuter and has been well cared for. If no owner comes forth by the end of today he will be available for adoption Monday morning.

15/10/2023

National Grouch Day! Show off those pets that are naturally grouchy or just having a ruff day!

Thor did not approve of the kitten in his space.

13/10/2023

UPDATE: All 5 are back with the owner.

Look who was picked up this morning! Do you know this gang of 5? Call Lexington police department to claim (405)527-9881.

11/10/2023

UPDATE: Both are back home!

Do you know either of these two? They are with the finder. Please comment if yours or call the Lexington police department (405)527-9881, so we can get you in contact with finder.

11/10/2023

Do you know this dog? Call Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881 to claim.

11/10/2023

The shelter is open for adoption and intakes again! The dogs pictured below are available for adoption.

Adoptions are done by appointment only. To make an appointment please call the Lexington Police Department at (405)527-9881.

If ACO is unavailable please leave your name, call back number, and which dog you are interested in. And I will get back with you as soon as I’m back in the office.

Seal- is a blue pit; she has been at the shelter since September. She is approximately 5yrs old. When we last posted her we said for rescue only, but now we are confident she will do well in the right home. Before when we posted her, she was severely underweight and had open sores. We are happy to report her sores are all closed and continuing to heal and she is up to a healthy weight. She is a very happy and energetic girl. She is good with other dogs.

Luke- is a lab mix, he is approximately a year old. He has been at the shelter since May. Luke is a lovable goofball. He loves to play with people both big and small. He loves playing with other dogs. And will do almost anything for extra treats.

Brock- is a shepherd mix, he is approximately 2yrs old. Brock is high energy and always on the go. He gets the zoomies easily and he is so quick. He loves to play fetch but doesn’t have the return down yet. He believes every walk should be a run. He loves water, but not baths. Grooming brushes are the best toothbrushes. He is not a fan of Thunder storms or fireworks.

Lady- mixed under 30lbs and a year old. Lady is very energetic and loves to run. She can be social with other dogs when required, but prefers to do her own thing. Lady enjoys just sitting, snacking and listening to the latest gossip.

Bubba- spotted mix under 30lbs and a year old. He is our shy boy. He is very picky about his food and treats. It takes him a little while to warm up to people and other dogs.

09/10/2023

The shelter is always in need of donations. This can be done a in various ways. All donations can be left at the Lexington Police Department.
If you wish to help with vet bills monetary donations can be made at the Lexington police Department or City Hall. You can make direct donations to Riverbend Mobile Veterinary Services. Veterinary balances will not be released. Just know the more donated the more animals we can help.
Or do you know you want to help but need suggestions check out our Amazon wish list.

09/10/2023

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06/10/2023

Today is National Body Language Day.
Your body language lets people know the mood your in and what you are feeling regardless of the words you are saying.
Pets use body language to express and communicate what they need us to understand from them. A pet owner or someone approaching an animal may not always know what the animal is communicating. This lack of understanding can lead to horrible consequences.

These consequences do not just involve the person that did not understand the body language. These consequences also effect the animal as well.

Being knowledgeable in a pets body language can help the pet and it can also prevent some unnecessary consequences.

05/10/2023

UPDATE: We would like to that the generous donor that brought in the Mini Fridge and Metal Trash Can. This is greatly appreciated and a tremendous help. Thank you so much!

The shelter is still closed at this time to adoptions and intakes. And will remain closed until October 11, 2023.
Many have asked what they can do to help and make a difference for the animals at the shelter.

Norman Animal Welfare has been kind enough to donate a washer and dryer and outside runs. Thank you so much! I won’t be doing the laundry at my house now!

We are in need of dog houses for these run and more water bowls.

We are also in need of metal trash cans.

We are needing a mini fridge to store medicines.

All donations can be left at the Lexington Police Department.

We also have donation jars at Gas-n-Go and the Kwick Stop. Monetary donations are also accepted. Checks made to City of Lexington in memo for Lexington Animal Shelter.

You can also donate directly to the Animal Shelter account at Riverbend Mobile Veterinary Services.

Thank you for your continued support.

05/10/2023

Today is National Do Something Nice Day! Be nice to yourself and others. The world is tough enough without the extras.
Tips on nice things that make your efforts shine:
1)So today do something nice for yourself or say something nice about yourself.
2) Call/talk to that person that is needing a little extra support today.
3) Donate/ask can I help to a cause that is personal to you.
4) Be the difference today

01/10/2023

National Black Dog Day! Top 10 reasons to adopt a black dog.
1) We do not clash with furniture or clothing. Since some people actively worry about dog colors clashing with their styles.
2) We look amazing with all the accessories we wear.
3) Ease of vacuuming. You can spot the areas that need most urgent attention.
4) Excellent night walk protection. Bad guy won’t see us until it is too late. But I might be scared of the dark too so well lit areas are preferred.
5) We hide dirt well. So it is not us you are allergic too it’s what we played in.
6) We make your colorful dog look brighter in color when we are photographed together.
7) We are available! We are not ones on a long waiting list and come in every size and age! And at any shelter you go to.
8)We are a status symbol. And we all know that Black Diamonds and Black pearls stand out in a crowd.
9) No annoying questions of what kind of dog is that? Simple I’m a black dog and my personality nothing less.
10) We need you! And you might just need us too!

30/09/2023

Have you exhausted all your resources and tried everything within your control to keep your pet, but you are not able to? Don’t be afraid of what you need to do for the well being of your precious pet.

The best thing to do now if you must rehome your pet is take the lead. Find them a new beginning before turning them into the animal shelter. We will even assist in finding a home if you can keep them with you a little longer. We find many times this transition is not only easier on you but the pet as well.

For more resources and tips visit www.commonsbondsok.org click on ‘Be the fix’ and ‘Keeping pets out of shelters’.

27/09/2023

Got sneezes because of a pet in your home? Before thinking about giving up your animal, visit www.commonbondsok.org and click on ‘Be the fix’ and ‘Keeping pets out of shelters’ to learn how to get ahead of your allergies, so you don’t have to surrender your pet.

Common Bonds is working to increase the live release rate of cats and dogs to 90-percent by 2025.

26/09/2023

Are you facing a financial setback that’s got you worried about keeping or providing basic needs for your pet? Visit www.commonbondsok.org explore the resources available to help you get through this rough patch.

Common Bonds is working to increase the live release rate of cats and dogs to 90-percent by 2025.

24/09/2023

Are you struggling to find housing because you own a pet? Don’t let housing be a reason you lose a piece of your heart.

Visit www.commonbondsok.org and click on the ‘Be the fix’ and ‘Keeping pets out of shelters’ to learn about pet inclusive housing.