Rankin County Animal Shelter

Rankin County Animal Shelter We are a high intake animal control & sheltering facility located at 710 Marquette Road in Brandon, MS. Call 601-825-1480 for animal control only.

Hours for adoptions and pickups are 7:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday & 8:00am-12:30pm on Saturday. The Rankin County Animal Shelter is a division of the Rankin County Sheriff's Department and is supported by and operated for the tax payers of Rankin County, Mississippi, which covers 802 square miles. The primary purpose of the shelter is to support the animal control departments and re-unite owners wit

h lost pets. The Rankin County Animal Shelter only accepts animals from Rankin County, Mississippi and proof of residency is required. The shelter does not accept sick or injured animals and does not have a veterinarian on staff. The shelter has an adoption program for non re-united animals where healthy spayed/neutered animals may receive a second chance.

We appreciate the Stern family for adopting sweet Theodore and making him a part of their family.
12/29/2025

We appreciate the Stern family for adopting sweet Theodore and making him a part of their family.

A heartwarming reunion is on the horizon! A lost canine has been safely taken into custody by animal control in the Ceda...
12/29/2025

A heartwarming reunion is on the horizon! A lost canine has been safely taken into custody by animal control in the Cedar Springs Subdivision. If you're missing your beloved furry friend, please contact the Rankin County Animal Shelter for further information. Proof of ownership will be required upon retrieval, paving the way for a joyful reunion.

Brought in by animal control on 12/27/25. Not chipped. On 5 day stray hold. If this baby belongs to you come to the shel...
12/29/2025

Brought in by animal control on 12/27/25. Not chipped. On 5 day stray hold. If this baby belongs to you come to the shelter and show proof of ownership

OWNER CLAIMED Found on 12/26/25 on Treeline Dr. in Brandon. Not chipped. If this baby belongs to you come to the shelter...
12/29/2025

OWNER CLAIMED
Found on 12/26/25 on Treeline Dr. in Brandon. Not chipped. If this baby belongs to you come to the shelter and show proof of ownership

Brought in by animal control on 12/28/25. Found on Harrell Rd. in Pelahatchie. On a 5 day stray hold. Not chipped. If th...
12/29/2025

Brought in by animal control on 12/28/25. Found on Harrell Rd. in Pelahatchie. On a 5 day stray hold. Not chipped. If this baby belongs to you come to the shelter and show proof of ownership

Brought in by animal control. Found on Thomas Dr.  in the Sandhill area. On a 5 day stray hold. Not chipped. If this bab...
12/29/2025

Brought in by animal control. Found on Thomas Dr. in the Sandhill area. On a 5 day stray hold. Not chipped. If this baby belongs to you come to the shelter and show proof of ownership

Mason came to meet Lucy and he walked her around and got to know this sweet girl. Mason and Lucy hit it off and Lucy was...
12/29/2025

Mason came to meet Lucy and he walked her around and got to know this sweet girl. Mason and Lucy hit it off and Lucy was ready to go home. Thank you Mason for adopting Lucy from our shelter.

12/24/2025

We will be closed the remainder of the week, we will reopen Monday morning 0730. We hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas!

OWNER CLAIMED A well-mannered male dog was found on Will Stutely Dr. He appears to be trained in basic commands. If you ...
12/24/2025

OWNER CLAIMED
A well-mannered male dog was found on Will Stutely Dr. He appears to be trained in basic commands. If you are his owner, you may retrieve him at the Rankin Co Animal Shelter.

***Reminder:*** Rankin County has an ordinance prohibiting ANY ANIMAL from running at large. Please ensure your animals are contained within your property. Thank you.

Found on Midway Road, Lena by animal control.  If this baby belongs to you,  contact the shelter.  601-824-2024.  Must s...
12/23/2025

Found on Midway Road, Lena by animal control. If this baby belongs to you, contact the shelter. 601-824-2024. Must show proof of ownership.

Found by a civilian at the intersection of Old Hwy 43 and Hwy 43. If this baby belongs to you, contact the shelter. 601-...
12/23/2025

Found by a civilian at the intersection of Old Hwy 43 and Hwy 43. If this baby belongs to you, contact the shelter. 601-824-2024 must show proof of ownership.

Thank you to the Anderson family for coming by and adopting this last puppy! We started with 5 and today we sent the las...
12/23/2025

Thank you to the Anderson family for coming by and adopting this last puppy! We started with 5 and today we sent the last one to her forever home just in time for Christmas! We wish yall a very Merry Christmas! 🥰

Address

710 Marquette Road
Brandon, MS
39042

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16018242024

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