Ruston AC is a kill shelter that does everything possible to avoid euthanasia. Caring staff are there to help you find the perfect pet! Call 318-251-8685.

The Animal Control Department supports the humane treatment of animals inside the Ruston city limits, through operation of the Ruston Animal Shelter, educational programs, and enforcement of City and State laws.

Ruston Animal Control officers investigate cruelty cases as well as complaints about barking dogs, aggressive animals, livestock running at-large, or other nuisance animals inside the city limits. Live humane traps are available at no cost for use by Ruston residents. Animal Control officers check these traps and tend to impounded animals on weekday mornings. Animal Control staff also removes dead animals from roads inside Ruston.

Call Ruston Animal Control at 318-251-8685, Monday-Thursday afternoon, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for information about or to report any of the following:

Nuisance Animals
Dogs or Livestock running at-large
Dead Animals
Animal Cruelty
Animal Bites

The Ruston Animal Shelter, located at 1901 McDonald Avenue, is open on Monday through Thursday afternoons from 2:00 p.m.until 5:00 p.m. To schedule an adoption visit, call 318-251-8685 for an appointment.


Please contact Animal Control if you’re looking for your lost pet. We may have picked up your pet. There is a small boarding fee for reclaimed pets.

Animal Control Brochure

Emergency Phone Numbers
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Public Works - 318-242-7703
After Hours and Holidays - Ruston Police Department - 318-255-4141
Outside City of Ruston - Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office - 318-251-5111