City of Bloomington Animal Care and Control
Bloomington Animal Care and Control's mission is to address and respond to all animal needs in the community through education, enforcement and support in order to build a community where animals are valued and treated with kindness and respect.
The Bloomington Animal Shelter is an Open Admissions shelter or Open Door Shelter, meaning we do not turn away ANY animal.
Many of the animals that enter our facility are healthy, good natured dogs, cats and rabbits (and sometimes other species)- that once become available for adoption, stay available for adoption without time limit of their stay. We also provide alternatives for animals that may require varying behavioral or medical needs. We have a very active volunteer based foster care program and in some cases may seek breed specific rescues to help place animals. There is, however, a much smaller number of animals that come to our shelter too sick, too severely injured, or too aggressive or behaviorally unsound to be adopted into our community. In this case, we believe that euthanasia is the most humane alternative to an existence of suffering and pain or being limited to a life in a cage.
While open admissions shelters like ours will give at least temporary refuge to ALL animals, many limited admission shelter- which sometimes call themselves “no-kill”- limit in various ways the animals that will receive admission. These decisions can be based on philosophies about the best allocation of their funds or in some cases, a moral objection to euthanasia.
The Bloomington Animal Shelter believes in helping the greatest number of animals with our available resources. It is not words or phrases that help animals but actual efforts, programs and initiatives. Simply turning a back on these animals and merely pronouncing that euthanasia should not exist won’t make euthanasia go away: tirelessly working toward more animal adoptions, further spay and neuter programs, animal rehabilitation and educating the public will reduce the necessity of animal euthanasia in our community.
I am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreRachel is the funniest girl around who is always down for a play session! She loves attention and will gladly...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreBruce contains multitudes. Can't you tell by his adorable pink nose? He comes off a little shy when meeting him...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreSlinky is a beautiful tabby who loves lots of pets. She has the most wonderful purr and loves to show...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreCutest thing you ever did see, that's Ollie! A happy-go-lucky little tank of a hound, Ollie is young and very...
Read MoreBrynn is one of the best gals you could ever know. She is loving life in her foster home with...
Read MoreMeet Mia K, a charming, affectionate cat with a playful spirit and a heart full of love! This little lady...
Read More**Located at BTown Meow** Finnegan is at BTown Meow, waiting for another lap to warm! He is a handsome fluffy...
Read MoreI arrived at the shelter with a golden retriever who was adopted pretty much immediately and now I'm all alone...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MorePorkchop: awkward, adorable, funny, quirky, mysterious?! All of these adjectives to describe one handsome shiny black cat?! It's true. Come...
Read MoreTake home the snuggly, playful, housetrained pitty of your dreams today! How can you resist that smile? Do you like...
Read MoreJake and Lucy are Courtesy Listings and not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreCotton is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreWinifred is a lovely girl with a wonderful personality. She seeks out affection and loves gentle pets.
Read MoreDaisy is a gentle soul who takes a little time to warm up. She is very attached to her sister...
Read More**Located at BTown Meow** Tin Tin is the sweetest guy around who loves receiving affection! His purr box is good...
Read MoreNutella never really felt like settling down. She's the one your parents warned you about: your super cool fun aunt....
Read More**Located at BTown Meow** Trent is a solidly good dude. He likes other cats, is vocal with his affections, and...
Read MoreKatniss is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreEgypt is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreWyatt is a large and in charge beagle who'd like to spend time going for walks with you! He is...
Read MoreMay is a sweet chunky girl who takes a moment to warm up to new people. She's been pretty scared...
Read MoreSweet, sweet Lucky. To know him is to love him Lucky's start to life may have been a little rough,...
Read MorePeggy & Arthur is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City...
Read MoreZiggy is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreGus Gus is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of...
Read MoreBear loves his brother, Wolfie! They are a bonded pair, a couple of old buddies. They're like Statler and Waldorf,...
Read MoreSkylar & Bella are Courtesy Listings and are not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of...
Read MoreFreddy is a wonderful hound who is sweet as pie and loves exploring the outdoors and getting new smells. Freddy...
Read MoreEstevez is a sweet boy who enjoys receiving attention. You will find him in the front and center seeking pets.
Read MoreDino is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MorePatches O'Houlihan is a sweet lady who loves to lounge about in our large cat colony. She has befriended several...
Read MoreHoratio is a handsome Shepard mix who came to the shelter with a few injuries. With some time and TLC...
Read MoreHe's soarin'! Flyin'! There's not a ball in heaven that he can't reach! Come play with this fetching young Zefron-type!
Read MoreSweet angel love who currently shares a kennel with another dog and is working on growing some gorgeous new fur...
Read MoreDoris Daily is a sweet dog who loves going on walks and really enjoyed meeting other dogs! She is happy...
Read MoreSimon is just a chill handsome dude who would love to be the newest addition to your family! This guy...
Read MoreLadybird is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreMila is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreAlthough Dolce is shy, she is incredibly loving and affectionate with those she feels safe around. She enjoys cozy moments...
Read MoreAce is such a sweet fella, and once he warms up to you he becomes the most fun loving guy!...
Read MoreFuchsia is an intellectual type of working cat. That's right- she was found stowed away on the IU campus, no...
Read MoreHi there! My name is Marshmellow! I am a friendly young bun with silky soft fur. I have a fairly...
Read MoreParker is a sweet older dog who loves belly rubs and all sorts of tasty snacks. He loves cozy beds...
Read MoreZeus-Lee is hiding his inner superhero behind a shy facade. He enjoys bouncing around with other dogs and finds it...
Read MoreTiger likes: snuggling, being close to people, pottying outside, toys, having you cheer him on while he play with toys....
Read MorePluto has been through it. This ten year old dude came to us sick and has been an absolute champ...
Read MoreBandit is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreBailey and Joker are a bonded pair and can't wait to find their home! They have lived together all their...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreBella is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreCinder is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreGriffy is a ridiculous amount of sweet. She seems to truly like other cats and people. She is an excellent...
Read More6 Pekin Ducks are a Courtesy Listing and are not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City...
Read MoreJade is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MorePepe Le Pew is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City...
Read MoreMama Tumtum is a fantastic senior cat. She does well with other cats, loves people and would make an absolutely...
Read MoreAda is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreSamael is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreTimoteo is a majestic mix of...something cool! Our staff has had a lot of fun trying to guess what kind...
Read MoreKebab and Iana are Courtesy Listings and are not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of...
Read MoreDoes your barn or workshop need a Hero? Someone to take down the villainous rodents? Someone to save you time...
Read MoreRosalie is an absolute sweetie. She came in with other dogs who obviously didn't have a great start and so...
Read MoreGilda has been a dream in her foster home and she has blossomed quickly, even choosing to emerge when guests...
Read MoreI am new to the shelter and we are all getting to know each other. If you are interested in...
Read MoreFrom Mars' Foster Human: ""Hi everyone my name is Mars! I am a playful guy but also always down for...
Read MoreWilder is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreBev is a laid-back, independent 6-year-old cat who's perfectly content doing her own thing. She's not one for wild play...
Read MoreKoda is handsome, very silly, and is fine with other dogs who don't want to party (he's past those partying...
Read MoreRichard is a fun loving and curious bunny that is itching for adventure. He believes himself to be a king...
Read MoreWaldorf is the kind of cat that sees himself as the main act. He struts and rolls around with a...
Read MoreMarley is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreMaverick is a Courtesy Listing and is not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of Bloomington...
Read MoreAbbie and Baby are a Courtesy Listing and not housed at the Animal Shelter. Please note that the City of...
Read MoreWendy is a sweet, brave, adventurous gal. She's looking for an indoor/outdoor home where she can continue being an avid...
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