File an Animal Control Request 

You may file an animal control request or complain by contacting the Animal Services Division at (828) 252-1110.

Animal Service Unit Responsibilities

The City of Asheville’s Animal Services Unit is responsible for enforcing animal control ordinances within Asheville’s city limits.


Contact Information

City of Asheville’s Animal Services Division
(828) 252-1110
On-call for emergencies 24/7

Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

For animals outside the city limits, please contact:
Buncombe County Animal Services
(828) 250-6670