Merced County Sheriff's Animal Services Bureau

Merced County Sheriff's Animal Services Bureau Through public education and awareness, we strive to reduce the pet overpopulation problem within the County and to promote humane care of domestic animals.

Our enforcement actions help reduce animal-related problems and livestock depredation To report a crime in progress, dial 911. For animal service requests or animal service complaints, call 209-385-7445. This page is not monitored for reporting crimes or other animal services issues. If you need to speak with someone in regards to animal services issues, please call the Merced County Sheriff's Office at 209-385-7445.

Meet Bently! He is a male Border Collie mix. Bently has the cutest smile and personality and is sure to make someone a n...
02/27/2025

Meet Bently! He is a male Border Collie mix. Bently has the cutest smile and personality and is sure to make someone a new best friend. Bently is well-behaved and is very lovable. He is shy at first, but once he comes out of his shell he is a playful and sweet boy. He has been at the shelter since February 14th! 🐾❤️🏠✨

ID #:A215972

ADOPTED!🐾Meet Clark! He is a male Boxer mix. He is high energy and extremely playful. Clark also loves toys and treats. ...
02/26/2025

ADOPTED!🐾

Meet Clark! He is a male Boxer mix. He is high energy and extremely playful. Clark also loves toys and treats. This handsome boy has been at the shelter since February 18th, and is now looking for a forever family. Clark has a very fun, loving, and adventurous personality. He is ready for fun times and a loving home. 🐾🫶🏠🐶☀️

ID #:A216043

Meet Coca Cola! He is a male Doberman Pinscher. He has been at the shelter since January 31st. He knows “sit” and walks ...
02/25/2025

Meet Coca Cola! He is a male Doberman Pinscher. He has been at the shelter since January 31st. He knows “sit” and walks well on a leash. Coca Cola has also shown his love for toys recently and enjoys spending time out in the courtyard playing. Coca Cola is a happy dog who would make the best pet for all of your future adventures. 🚙💖🌅🏕️🏠🐾

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Meet Summer! ☀️Summer is emotionally attached to her toast stuffy. She loves her toast stuffy and blanket and cuddles wi...
02/23/2025

Meet Summer! ☀️Summer is emotionally attached to her toast stuffy. She loves her toast stuffy and blanket and cuddles with her stuffy everyday to keep her company. Summer loves treats, but will hardly ever drop her plushie to get one. She is a huge cuddle bug and loves hugs and kisses. Summer is a female Pit Bull mix and has been at our shelter since February 14th. She would benefit from training as she still has a puppy-like personality. Summer is everything you could ever look for in your next furry friend! 🍞☀️⛱️🕶️🌸🐾

ID #:A215983

Blossom! 🌸 This gorgeous girl is a female Pit Bull mix. Not only is she beautiful on the outside, her personality is fun...
02/22/2025

Blossom! 🌸 This gorgeous girl is a female Pit Bull mix. Not only is she beautiful on the outside, her personality is fun and lovable. She is playful and friendly with other dogs and enjoys being around people. Blossom loves dog toys of all kind and enjoys her treats. She has been at the shelter since February 4th. She is the perfect dog and would fit right in with all sorts of families! Blossom is ready to go to her forever home. Her adoption fee is only $120, and includes a microchip, vaccines, and her spay surgery! 🌸🌷🌼🌻💐🪷

ID #:A215783

RESCUED! 🐾Meet David Bowie! He is a bow-legged Pit Bull mix. David has been a very behaved boy while at the shelter and ...
02/21/2025

RESCUED! 🐾

Meet David Bowie! He is a bow-legged Pit Bull mix. David has been a very behaved boy while at the shelter and enjoys all of the social time he can get. He loves affection and being around people. David is also a huge fan of treats. He can be shy when first meeting him, but comes out of his shell quick. David Bowie has been at the shelter since January 28th. 🐾❤️🏠

ID #:A215609

Meet Smiles! He is a neutered male Great Pyrenees mix. Smiles is around 8-9 months old. He has been in our care since Ja...
02/20/2025

Meet Smiles! He is a neutered male Great Pyrenees mix. Smiles is around 8-9 months old. He has been in our care since January 22nd. Smiles knows “sit” and is a HUGE fan of toys and treats! Smiles loves a comfy bed and blanket, and enjoys his time out in the courtyard. Just like his name, he is known for smiling and being the happiest boy despite his stay at the shelter. Wait no longer! Open your heart and home to a shelter dog and a built in best friend. 🐾🏠❤️

ID #:A212643

Look how handsome! 🐾 Paul Bunyan and Merced Sheriff Animal Services want to thank Soggy Doggy for giving Paul Bunyan the...
02/19/2025

Look how handsome! 🐾 Paul Bunyan and Merced Sheriff Animal Services want to thank Soggy Doggy for giving Paul Bunyan the spa day he needed! Paul Bunyan is a very sweet male Labrador mix. Paul Bunyan’s adoption fees are waived, and he is already neutered and ready to go home. He has been in our care patiently waiting for a family to take him home for far too long. Come out today and meet this handsome fella! We are open from 9:30-4:30. Thank you again Soggy Doggy Mobile Pet Salon for Paul’s Spa day! 🫧🛁🧽🐕‍🦺

ID #:A215182

Meet Nuggie (A215688)🐣 She’s named after her love of chicken nuggets! She’s about 7 months old and she’s a border collie...
02/19/2025

Meet Nuggie (A215688)🐣 She’s named after her love of chicken nuggets! She’s about 7 months old and she’s a border collie mix! Willing to learn, photogenic, and will “sit” for treats! She’s a delightful puppy and has been waiting for a home since January 30th. She’s a silly baby that loves being with people and will be your best friend. Ask to meet Nuggie at the shelter & you’ll fall in love with her 🧡

Meet Chief! 🐾❤️ This adorable Border Collie Shepherd mix is looking for his fur-ever family. Chief promises to wake you ...
02/18/2025

Meet Chief! 🐾❤️ This adorable Border Collie Shepherd mix is looking for his fur-ever family. Chief promises to wake you up with kisses every morning! 🥰 He's been at the shelter for three weeks now and needs a loving home where he can decompress and learn how to be a dog. Though he may be shy at first, he’s incredibly loving once he comes out of his shell. Just look at that face—how could you not want to take him home?! 😍 We’re open tomorrow from 9:30-4:30. Come meet Chief and see if he’s the perfect addition to your family!

ID #:A215689

Meet this adorable fluffy pup, Maverick! Maverick is a male Alaskan Husky mix. Maverick has been at the shelter since Fe...
02/17/2025

Meet this adorable fluffy pup, Maverick! Maverick is a male Alaskan Husky mix. Maverick has been at the shelter since February 4th. He is the sweetest boy and loves attention. Maverick is motivated by treats. Help us find this adorable boy a home! 🏠🐾

ID #:A215803

Merced County Animal Services wants to give a big shoutout to Canine Crunchies! This wonderful small business makes deli...
02/12/2025

Merced County Animal Services wants to give a big shoutout to Canine Crunchies! This wonderful small business makes delicious homemade dog treats, and the generous owner donated a bunch to us this Saturday. Our shelter dogs have been wagging their tails non-stop, absolutely loving their tasty treats! Their treats are a 10/10 from our shelter dogs, so be sure to check out their menu! Thank you, Canine Crunchies, for making our furry friends so happy! 🐾💖

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Featuring Adoptable Paul Bunyan (A215182)

Meet Molly! She is a female Australian Cattle Dog mix and is only a few years old. Molly is a sweetheart and just loves ...
02/12/2025

Meet Molly! She is a female Australian Cattle Dog mix and is only a few years old. Molly is a sweetheart and just loves to be around people. She follows you around and stays by your side. Molly knows “sit” and is sure to steal your heart. She is an affectionate love bug who’s ready to meet her fur-ever family. Molly has been at the shelter since January 29th. 🐾💖🐶🏠☺️

ID #:A215671

ADOPTED! 💖Meet Domingo! Domingo is a male Dalmatian mix. He has been at the shelter since January 28th. Domingo is estim...
02/11/2025

ADOPTED! 💖

Meet Domingo! Domingo is a male Dalmatian mix. He has been at the shelter since January 28th. Domingo is estimated to be around a year and one month old. Domingo walks well on a leash and he knows “sit”. He is motivated by treats and affection and is sure to be your new best friend! There’s still time left to meet Domingo TODAY! We are open until 4:30. 🖤🏠🐩🐾

ID #:A215659

IN A FOSTER HOME! ASK TO MEET ME! 💖Our playful Pit Bull mix, Clarice, has been waiting for her forever home since Decemb...
02/11/2025

IN A FOSTER HOME! ASK TO MEET ME! 💖

Our playful Pit Bull mix, Clarice, has been waiting for her forever home since December 18th. She was the only dog not adopted at the event on Saturday. With her cute broken tail and love for sitting on your lap, she's just looking for a high-energy home that will give her the patience and love she deserves. Let's not overlook her again. Clarice is under a year old and ready to fill your life with joy and companionship. Let’s find this amazing pup a home! 🤍🐾🐶🏠

I WENT BACK HOME! 🏠We hope you enjoyed the big game today! Our Super Bowl MVP Chase (A215742), is ready to win your hear...
02/10/2025

I WENT BACK HOME! 🏠

We hope you enjoyed the big game today! Our Super Bowl MVP Chase (A215742), is ready to win your heart! This 3-5 year old Pitbull mix will show off his skills by coming when called and being a huge love bug. He loves belly rubs and affection. Chase is ready to be drafted by a loving family. Draft Chase for $120, which includes his neuter surgery, a microchip, and vaccines! 🐾🤍🏠🏈🏟️🏆

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2150 Shuttle Drive
Atwater, CA
95301

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Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+12093857436

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