Campbell County Animal Services

04/24/2025

Who’s missing this goofy guy?
Found in Ft. Thomas, KY on Hawthorn Ave.

04/22/2025

✨Join us at the Cold Spring Furniture Fair this Saturday!
We'll be out with some of our adoptable dogs.
Other fun activities:
💙 Coloring
💙 Light Snacks
💙 Pet Photo Booth

04/21/2025

Why do we do “Trap Neuter Return?” The simple truth is, there aren’t enough homes for every cat, not enough room at Animal Services, and rescue groups are usually full. TNR is the most humane method of preventing cats and kittens from entering the shelter system and ultimately being euthanized.

The large majority of outdoor cats entering the shelter are completely healthy which means they either have an owner that lets them go outside or they're doing a great job of taking care of themselves. As such, the only intervention they need is to be spayed/neutered and vaccinated. After spay/neuter surgery, cats live healthier lives and most, if not all, of the unpopular behaviors they previously exhibited are eliminated.

Although there is widespread support for our Trap Neuter Return Program, we understand not everyone appreciates neighborhood cats. If you are feeding cats, please do it responsibly. Make sure you only put out enough food for the cats that you’re feeding and remove it after they eat. Leaving too much food out for long periods of time attracts more cats, wildlife, and bugs. Be respectful of your neighbors by cleaning up after the cats you’re feeding and call us when the first cat shows up so that we can have it spayed/neutered before that one cat becomes a new colony.

If you come across a litter of tiny kittens outdoors, it’s natural to want to scoop them up and try to care for them yourself or take them to the shelter, but both of those options may actually place the kittens in more danger. To give newborn kittens the best chance of survival, follow these steps:

• Leave the kittens alone and try to determine if mom is still around.
• Observe them from a distance every couple of hours for 12 to 18 hours.
• If the kittens seem content and are not fussing, there’s a good chance their mom is coming back.
• If the kittens are in danger due to their location, move them to a safer spot nearby so mom can easily find them when she returns.
• If the kittens are dirty, meowing or appear sick, underweight or dehydrated, contact Animal Services or one of the other local trap-neuter-return (TNR) cat programs. They can help you determine if the kittens are at risk and if you should intervene.
• If you spot mom, leave the kittens alone. When the kittens have been eating on their own for about four weeks or are big enough for surgery (typically around 12 weeks old), call Animal Services and we can schedule a time to humanely trap the whole family and have them spayed or neutered, vaccinated and released back at the location where you found them.

Thanks to the support of our community we've been able to find homes for every healthy indoor cat that has come through our doors for the last nine years. Help us spread the word and save more feline lives!

04/16/2025

Found on Tollgate Road in Alexandria, KY

04/16/2025

🐾 It’s Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week! 🐾

This week, we’re giving a big THANK YOU to the dedicated Animal Control Officers who serve Campbell County every day. 👏

Whether they’re rescuing lost pets, helping injured animals, or keeping our neighborhoods safe, they’re always there when we need them.

💙 Their job takes heart, courage, and a love for both animals and people.

If you see an Animal Control Officer this week, be sure to thank them for all they do! 🐶🐱

04/14/2025

Found 4/14 on Manhattan Blvd. in Dayton.

04/08/2025

Found on 4 Mile and 8 Mile in Melbourne, KY
🚨Has severe head injury🚨

04/08/2025

Found in Ft. Thomas/Newport, KY area. Need to find owners ASAP, the dog is injured.

04/04/2025

🏆New Acheivment Unlocked🏆
✨Pyro is the perfect desk dog!✨

He was content for hours under the desk with his bed and blanket.
If you're looking for a very smart, cuddley, couch-potato; Pyro is ready for his new home! Come adopt this sweet boy!

UPDATE: ADOPTED

04/03/2025

UPDATE: CLAIMED

Found on Fausz Rd in Melbourne, KY

04/02/2025

Found near Brighton St in Newport, KY

04/02/2025

04/02/2025

Emergency Management is closely monitoring a significant weather event expected to impact our area this week. Stay Informed with Campbell County Alerts!

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04/01/2025

We're excited to announce a new tool to help pet adopters navigate the transition home with their new furry family member. Through a partnership with Petszel, we are now providing a free, browser-based adoption app designed to make pet parenting easier, more informed, and more connected than ever.
This all-in-one resource will be automatically sent to pet parents after they’ve adopted their pet. It includes everything they need in one place—medical records, local services, and expert guidance tailored to their pet’s species and life stage.
The first days and weeks after adoption are critical for a pet’s successful transition. With this new app, our adopters will have access to resources that make that transition smoother, helping them feel confident in their journey as pet parents.
In addition to educational content, the app enables us to check in with adopters, post-adoption to ensure their pet is acclimating well. If any challenges arise, we can provide timely support and guidance to help keep pets in their loving homes.
The app is free to use, requires no downloads, and is easily accessible from any device. It’s part of our commitment to providing ongoing support for adopters, ensuring happy, healthy outcomes for pets and their families.

Check out this brief overview to learn more about Petszel's post-adoption solutions!