OhioHOPES

To Report Suspected Animal Cruelty, Neglect or Abuse

Call: 937-332-6919

The Miami County Animal Shelter Services:
Enforces all state and county dog laws
Takes in stray and owner released (with proof of residency) dogs and cats in Miami County ONLY
Provides lost and found service
Adopts out dogs and cats to new homes
Sells dog licenses


Shelter Hours: Monday - Tuesday, Thursday - Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.,
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

State Dog  Law (ORC 959.13A)
No person shall:

Torture an animal, deprive one of necessary sustenance, cruelly beat or impound an animal without supplying it a sufficient quantity of wholesome food and water.
Confine an animal without affording it access to shelter from wind, rain, snow, or excessive direct sunlight.
Carry or convey an animal in a cruel or inhumane manner.
Keep animals in an enclosure without wholesome exercise and change of air.