The Ames Animal Shelter is a division of the Ames Police Department. We are charged with upholding and enforcing regulations (ordinances) regarding the treatment and control of animals in the city. Animal ordinances serve three purposes: 1) protection of people, 2) protection of property, and 3) protection of animals. The Shelter means not only protecting people from the nuisance of roaming, uncontrolled animals, but also protecting pets and wild animals in their habitats. The Ames Animal Shelter Staff consists of the supervisor, one full-time officer, one full-time senior clerk, two part-time officers, and one part-time attendant.
Step One: Review the available animals. Step Two: If you see someone you are interested in, submit an adoption application (be sure to list their name on the application.). Step Three: A staff member will review your application and reach out to you by email once it has been approved. If approved, they will schedule you an appointment to come in and meet the animal.
Nevada IA 50201 | 7.1 miles away
The Story County Animal Shelter is located just outside Nevada on Lincoln Highway at 975 W Lincoln Highway. Come see all the exciting changes that have happened at the shelter. We have a new cat adoption room, new main office area, dog and cat meet and greet rooms, and fenced-in area outside where our dogs can run and play.