ANIMAL SHELTER
Hancock County Animal Shelter
Shane Wyman
Hancock County Animal Shelter Director
7175 Texas Flat Road,
Kiln, MS 39556 (228) 466.4516
shane.wyman@co.hancock.ms.us
Shelter Hours:
Monday – Friday
10 AM – 4 PM
Weekend: Closed
We serve the entire Hancock County area, including the cities of Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead and Waveland.
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Animal Control Services
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Strays
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Owner Surrenders
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Low-cost spay and neuter program
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Micro-chipping and offsite adoptions available throughout the year.
Mission
Hancock County Animal Shelter’s Mission is to promote responsible pet ownership, protect the health and safety of our residents, as well as the protection and humane treatment of all animals. It is also our mission to provide temporary shelter for stray, unwanted or homeless animals, while vigorously attempting to relocate healthy ones. Our program includes health screening, vaccinations and the mandatory spay or neutering of all adopted animals. All activities are in compliance with state, federal and local laws and regulations and are performed by humane and professional staff, while done under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I find additional information about pet adoption?
If you are thinking about adopting a new cat or dog, please read the following resource from the national ASPCA website about all the factors you should consider first before heading the shelter.
“ADOPT A PET”
2. What are the pet adoption fees?
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Dogs/Puppies: $75.00
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VIP Dogs/Puppies: $125.00
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Cats/Kittens: $60.00
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VIP Cats/Kittens: $85.00
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Lonely Hearts: $50.00
3. How Do I Contact Animal Control?
Animal control can be reached @ 228.255.9191.
4. What Do I Do If I Found A Stray?
If you have found a stray animal, please contact animal control to report it.
Animal Control: 228.255.9191
5. What if I have lost my Pet?
We are sorry to hear that your pet is missing and our staff wishes you a speedy reunification with your pet.
If you have lost an animal, you can notify us via Facebook Messenger HERE, call our front desk at 228.466.4516 or email us at animalshelter@co.hancock.ms.us. Please send/attach a current photo of your lost pet, area lost, and contact information. Please be aware that any contact information you send us through Facebook Messenger will be posted publicly to our page.
6. How Can I Reclaim My Pet?
If your pet has been picked up by animal control, please contact the animal shelter. You will be required to pay a reclaim fee before the pet is returned.
Phone: 228.466.4516
7. How do I surrender a pet?
Surrendering a pet? You are not alone. Many of the pets we receive each year are given up by their owners. Giving up a pet is a difficult decision to make, but there are other options too. Consider Re-homing your pet before bringing it to the shelter.
If you have decided you just want to surrender your pet, please make sure you meet the requirements and provide the following information below.
Information You Are Required to Provide
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Contact Information: Name, Address, and Phone Number
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Proof of Hancock County Residency
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Any veterinary records you have for your pet.
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The fee for surrendering a pet is $15 for a single animal, $25 for multiple animals. The surrender fees go towards the animal’s vaccinations.
Animals surrendered by appointment ONLY.
8. What Animals Do You Have For Adoption?
The Hancock County Animal Shelter posts every day on our Facebook Page with all of the animals we have up for adoption. Additionally, you can use Petango to search for available pets as well.
Hancock County Animal Shelter Facebook Page
Petango
9. Does The Animal Shelter Help With Vaccinations?
No, the Hancock County Animal Shelter does not vaccinate public animals. Please visit any of our local veterinarian clinics for assistance with vaccinations for your pet.
10. Do We Microchip?
Yes! We can microchip your pet. The cost is $35.00 per animal.
11. Do You Have Spay/Neuter Vouchers?
Yes! The animal shelter can provide you with “Low-Cost Vouchers.” Please stop by the shelter in-person during our normal business hours to pick up the vouchers. We do not have a limit on the number of vouchers you can receive.
Hancock County Animal Shelter
7175 Texas Flat Road,
Kiln, MS 39556 (228) 466.4516
Shelter Hours:
Monday – Friday 10 AM – 4 PM
Weekend: Closed
Ways You Can Help
Are you unable to adopt but would like to help abandoned and lost pets? Please consider purchasing something from our Amazon Wish List.
Click the button below to view our Wish List. We would love to have everything on our Wish List, but we are also always in need of towels, blankets, pet food, bowls, leashes, and collars. If you have any of these items you would like to donate, please drop them by the shelter.
By adopting you are saving an innocent life and giving them the love and affection they deserve. The best place to find the most incredible addition to your family is at Hancock County Animal Shelter.
We have plenty of animals of all shapes, sizes, and colors. These babies deserve a second chance at life. They are so grateful for having a second chance and will give your family the most love you have ever received!
Foster families are very vital to our shelter animals. The Southeastern region of the United States has a huge overpopulation of stray and unwanted animals. The animal shelters in our region fill up very fast.
Foster families can play a huge part in helping reduce euthanasia by fostering animals for our shelter. We are always in need of foster homes for our shelter animals and can become a foster family in just a few easy steps. Contact our shelter for more info.
Phone: 228.466.4516
Animal shelters operate on a very tight budget and rely heavily on monetary donations for day to day operations and supplies. If you are interested in donating to our shelter, please contact us by phone. Any little bit helps and we appreciate any and all of your support!
Contact Us: 228.466.4516
Volunteers are an essential and vital part of our daily operations. Volunteers are very important and helpful in daily activities. We are always in need of volunteers and there are plenty of ways to get involved.
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Walking Dogs
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Giving Out Treats
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Bathing Dogs
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Socializing Dogs & Cats
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Folding Laundry
Community service hours can also be completed here at the shelter. Volunteers are also very helpful at PetSmart on Saturday’s for our offsite adoption events. If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please stop by the shelter or give us a call @ 228.466.4516.
We are always in need of supplies and items to ensure the pets in the shelter stay happy and healthy. Check out our list of items and keep us in mind during the holidays.
OUR WISH LIST:
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Purina Dog/Puppy Chow
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Purina Cat/Kitten Chow
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Bleach
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Clumping Cat Litter (Any Brand
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Paper Towels
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Clorox Wipes
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Dawn Dish Detergent
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Hand Sanitizer
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Cat Treats
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Elevated dog beds (Kuranda Beds)
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Collar & Leashes
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Stainless food & water bowls of all sizes
Helpful Organizations & Businesses
Hancock County Animal Control
228.255.9191
Bay Animal Clinic
228.467.6719
Pet Haven Animal Hospital
228.467.3910
Animal Hospital of Diamondhead
228.255.4144
Hancock Animal Clinic
228.586.0062
Live Oak Animal Hospital
228.452.8838
Picayune Veterinary Hospital
228.798.7706
Coast Veterinary Hospital
228.864.7122
Gulf Coast Veterinary Emergency
228.392.7474
Hancock County Animal Shelter
228.466.4516
Diamondhead SPCA
228.255.1297
Friends of the Animal Shelter
228.216.7387
Humane Society of South MS
228.863.4394
Pearl River County SPCA
601.798.7706
Jackson County Animal Shelter
228.497.6350
Dazzling Dog’s
228.467.0901
Doggie’s Day Grooming
228.255.4774
Pass Christian Petcare
228.452.9322
PetSmart Groomers
228.539.4193
Jeanne’s Pooch Pad
228.365.8031
PetSmart
228.539.4193
Pass Christian Pet Care
228.452.9322
Delta Pet Care
985.643.7874
Wildlife Care & Rescue Inc.
228.669.2737
WRANPS
228.452.9453
Wild At Heartlife Rescue
228.669.7874
Wild At Heart Wildlife Rescue
228.669.7907
Disaster Events
During a disaster event, the Hancock County Animal Shelter will open an evacuation shelter for pets. To use the evacuation shelter, you must provide the following information:
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Copy of your I.D.
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Copy of current rabies certificate
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Release of liability form
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Release of liability for your pet
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Intake form