Animal Control

If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulty caring for your pet, please reach out to Sedgwick County Animal Control. Options are available for persons in domestic violence situations, persons entering military deployment and persons in transitional situations. Please call 316-660-7070 to ask about referral options.

Animal Control services vary by location.

If you live within Wichita or another city, visit the Animal Control Services by Location page to find the right agency for your area.

FDA Warning: Prevent Accidental Apoquel Chewable Overdoses (July 2, 2026).

The FDA reports an increasing number of accidental overdoses involving Apoquel Chewable, a flavored medicine approved only for dogs. Store pet medicines out of reach of children and pets. If your pet may have swallowed too much, contact your veterinarian right away. Read the FDA safety information about preventing accidental Apoquel Chewable overdoses.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

1015 W. Stillwell
Wichita, KS 67213

Phone: (316) 660-7070
Email: animalcontrol@sedgwick.gov
Fax: (316) 383-7553

HOURS OF OPERATION

Day	Hours
Monday through Friday	8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday	9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday	CLOSED
NOTE: Sedgwick County Animal Control is closed on major holidays.

OUR MISSION

Protecting the health and safety of the community from dangers and nuisances caused by stray and/or threatening animals, and ensuring the proper care and safety of animals.

WHO WE SERVE: Sedgwick County Animal Control serves unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County (areas not within city limits) and some cities and towns within the county.
HOW WE SERVE: Animal Control Officers are responsible for the enforcement of state laws and local ordinances that are relevant to the care, treatment, control and licensing of domestic animals, with priority to protect public safety and animal welfare.

WHAT WE DO

Respond to Animal Concerns
Enforce Animal Laws
Help Return Animals and Protect Public Safety
Support Public Health and Safety
Provide Licensing and Resources

Learn more about our Services.

WHAT WE DO NOT DO

Sedgwick County Animal Control DOES NOT:

Provide routine veterinary care
Serve all cities or towns in the county.
Handle wildlife issues inside homes (such as bats, raccoons, or squirrels). Animal Control may respond to wildlife only when there is a public safety risk.
- Contact the Kansas Department of Wildlife or a licensed wildlife removal service for assistance.