Animal Admissions


In addition to animal adoptions, we also provide admission services for those who must rehome a pet.

Animal Admission Services

To provide you and your pet with the best service and because we do not euthanize for time or space, an appointment is required for animal admissions. To schedule an appointment, call 216-771-8825. An appointment enables us to gather important information about your pet’s history and will decrease your wait when you arrive. There is a fee to surrender an animal to the Cleveland APL and this will be discussed at the time you schedule your appointment. If you cannot pay the fee, please speak to an intake associate. Fees are double for out-of-county residents and are subject to availability.

We are not able to provide emergency services–if you are looking for emergency pet care, visit this website to see a list of possible clinics to assist.

Animal Admission Hours

Monday to Saturdays–11 am to 5 pm; Sunday – Closed.

Please note that we are only able to assist clients by appointment at this time–this includes end of life needs.

Please call 216-771-8825 or animaladmissions@clevelandapl.org for an appointment to surrender an animal or pet. Please allow up to two business days for your call or email to be returned.

Note: We are legally unable to accept stray dogs – they must be referred to Cleveland City Kennels or Cuyahoga County Kennels. Click here for City Kennel information. Click here for County Kennels information.

End of Life Care: When it is time to say goodbye to a beloved pet, we offer humane euthanasia and both private and common cremation services to the public through our Community Pet Clinic. Click here for more information on these services.

Other Rehoming Options


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