Keeping Pets Safe During Hot Weather
We're in for our first stretch of hot weather and most of our pets aren't acclimated.  Here are some tips to keep them safe: - DON’T LEAVE THEM IN YOUR VEHICLE - Make sure they have access to shade and plenty of fresh, cool water - ...

Pet Friendly Yards and Gardens
For many people, this beautiful weather means it’s time to get our yards and gardens in order.  Unfortunately, from plants to fertilizers to mulches, our yards are full of hazards for our pets.  Before you plant your garden or spring flowers, please ...

Pets and COVID-19
COVID-19 and Humans This is a rapidly evolving situation and we encourage you to regularly consult the websites of the CDC and the Thurston County Public Health Department for information about local impacts of COVID-19 on humans and guidance for ...

Closed for Presidents Day
We will be closed Saturday, February 15th in observance of Presidents Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday February 18th at 9:30 am.

Santa Paws is Coming!
SANTA PAWS IS COMING TO TOWN!! Have your pet's picture taken with Santa! It's the perfect time to get your family holiday portrait taken at Animal Services. Create festive memories while helping your local animal shelter! Bring your loved ones for ...

Closed For Independence Day
We will close at 5:30 pm on July 3rd and reopen at 9:30 am on July 5th.  While we are closed, there will be an officer who can help you reclaim a lost pet if not responding to other calls up to 5:30 pm. Animals that come into the shelter after 5:30 pm ...

Microchip Clinic Wednesday, May 29th!
Animal Services is holding a low-cost microchip clinic at the Shelter!  If you have dogs or cats and live in Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, or unincorporated Thurston County, this clinic is for you! Wednesday, May 29th from 6 - 7:30 pm $10† for dog ...

Event Closure for Thursday, March 7th 2019
We will be closing at 4:30 pm on Thursday, March 7th 2019 for an event. Adoptions will stop at 4:00 pm. We will re-open again on Friday, March 8th at 9:30 am.

Weather Update
We are currently open, but running on short staff and a generator due to the weather. Our tracker/plow is iced in, so the parking lot is not plowed. Please stay safe out there!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closure
Animal Services will be closed January 19th through January 21st for observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  We will reopen January 22nd at our normal times.