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Scammers are targeting community members looking for their lost pets, and asking for money. If you receive a call like this, HANG UP, and call MCAS at 503-988-7387 to report it.

View the July 2023 monthly report of animal intakes, outcomes, and other key metrics for Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS).

MCAS has hired Charles “Bud” Garrison as a Project Manager to develop and implement a work plan to address issues raised by the Review of Animal Services. Learn more about Bud and his new role.

The second phase of Chair Jessica Vega Pederson’s Review of MCAS gathered feedback from volunteers, current and former staff, partner agencies, and members of the public. Read Phase 2 report results.

Keep pets safe from algae detected in the Willamette River from Ross Island to Riverplace Marina, Willamette Cove to Cathedral Park; and Sauvie Island at Aarons Lake, Pete’s Slough, and Sturgeon Lake.

View the June 2023 monthly report of animal intakes, outcomes, and other key metrics for Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS).

Recent National Animal Shelter Data Shows Significant Increase in Stray Dog Intake. Shelter Animals Count and MCAS Offer Tips to Keep Pets Home Safe in July - National Lost Pet Prevention Month.

Learn about progress MCAS is making for the official review requested by Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson.

As part of the review of Animal Services, Lara Media is conducting small group feedback sessions, interviews, and collecting survey responses. Learn more or sign up to participate.

Donations should be spent on ensuring the animals in our custody receive the care they need. Read about investigations into MCAS donation funds, and how MCAS plans to manage donations in response.