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Ashland County Dog Shelter

Ph: (419) 289-1455

1710 GARFIELD AVENUE
ASHLAND, OH 44805
DOGSHELTER@ASHLANDCOUNTY.ORG

OPEN TUESDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM
ADOPTIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

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The Ashland County Dog Shelter takes in stray dogs or dogs brought in by the dog warden.

The dogs are held for a set time before being claimed by the owner or vaccinated and put up for adoption.

The dog warden and staff are employed by the county commissioners and tasked with enforcing Ohio Revised Code 955, which does not include animals other than dogs.

Please note: The Humane Society of Ashland County is a separate non-profit organization that handles animal neglect and abuse cases.
Visit Ashland Co. Humane Society or call 419.281.4722 to learn more.

Available Dogs

Dog License Information

License Purchase

Adoption
Please call to discuss your interests and dogs currently available so that we can schedule a time for you to have a meet-and-greet with possible matches.

Beginning May 1, 2023, adoption fees will increase to $175.00
Adoption Fee Includes:
Current Dog License
First Set of Shots (5 ways)
Bordetella (kennel cough) Shot
Heartworm Test
Microchip
Collar and Leash
Each dog is spayed or neutered prior to adoption.

Licensing

Ohio State Law requires any dog over the age of three (3) months to have a license within 30 days of ownership. Any license purchased after thirty (30) days of ownership, or renewed after the annual renewal period between December 1 through January 31 must include a penalty equal to the cost of the license.

Licensing is required for all county dogs; regardless if they're an indoor or outdoor pet.

Dog licenses are available year-round at the auditor's office and dog shelter.

Kennel licenses are only available at the dog shelter.

Annual renewal period is December 1 - January 31 and licenses are available at the following vendors:

Centerra Country Store - 1290 Middle Rowsburg Road, Ashland
Jeromesville Market - 65 High Street, Jeromesville
Loudonville Public Library - 122 E. Main Street, Loudonville
Polk Market & Deli - 401 N. Main Street, Polk
Sullivan Market - 246 State Route 58, Sullivan
Troy Road Market - 1300 Troy Road, Ashland

Donations and Volunteering
Items currently being accepted:

Cleaning Supplies (bleach, laundry soap, Dawn dish soap, fabric softener sheets)
Paper Towels
Soft Treats (no items containing rawhide
Peanut Butter
Purina Dog Chow Dog Food (Complete Adult with Real Chicken
Pet-safe Ice Melt Salt
**We have an abundance of blankets and towels**

Monetary donations can be made out to Ashland County Dog Shelter
Volunteers must be 18+ years old or accompanied by an adult at all times. Due to the pandemic, our partner, No Pawz Left Behind, is currently handling the dog walking and after-hour needs.

Relevant Laws - Ohio Revised Codes

Dog Registration ORC 955.01

Tags to be Worn ORC 955.10

"Dog Kennel" Definition ORC 955.02

Kennel Registration ORC 955.04

Confining, Restraining, Debarking Dogs; Dangerous Dog Registration Certificate ORC 955.22

110 Cottage Street, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: 419.282.4220 The official government website of Ashland County.

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