Cleveland APL Services and Programs

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CLEVELAND APL ANIMAL ADMISSION SERVICES

In addition to animal adoptions, we also provide admission services for those who must give up a pet or turn in an animal.

Admission Center Location
Our Animal Admission Area is located at the second driveway at the back of the APL building.

The Admissions Entrance Please ring buzzer at entry door.

Animal Admissions Lobby Our professional staff will assist you during your appointment.

Animal Admission Services

To provide you and your pet with the best service, we need you to make an appointment for admission. To schedule an appointment, call 216-771-8825. An appointment enables us to gather important information about your pet’s history and will decrease your wait when you arrive.

There will be a small fee charged to bring an animal to the APL. This will be discussed at the time you schedule your appointment. If you cannot pay the fee, please speak to an Intake Associate. Because we are the humane society for Cuyahoga County, fees are double for out-of-county residents.

Animal Admission Hours
Monday to Friday - 10 am to 6:30 pm;
Saturdays - 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday - Closed.

Please call 216-771-8825 for an appointment to surrender an animal or pet.

Note: We are legally unable to accept stray dogs - they must be referred to Cleveland City Kennels. Click here for City Kennel information.

Additional Animal Services: To assist those when it is time to say good-bye to a beloved pet we offer private cremation services, allowing you time to select a final disposition. Click here for information on cremation services.