Dog Warden
Click the photo for adoptable dogs at the Clark County Dog Shelter.
About the Dog Warden's Office
The Clark County Dog Warden's Office enforce state dog laws and ensure public safety by patrolling the county for stray dogs and impound those that are not wearing current licenses. The office also answers calls concerning dangerous and vicious dogs. We take pride in our ability to keep the public safe while ensuring the dogs are taken care of humanely. In 2020, Dog Wardens brought in more than 800 dogs, reuniting more than 250 dogs back with their owners and adopting 195 dogs into new homes. The Dog Warden's Office also utilizes rescues when possible; 147 dogs were sent to rescues.
Functions of the Clark County Dog Warden's Office include:
- Investigation of cruelty and abandonment of dogs
- Enforcing dog laws
- Licensing dogs
- Investigation of bites or attacks involving dogs
- Public health and safety
About the Dog Shelter
The Clark County Dog Shelter at 5201 Urbana Road is open Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from noon to 3:00 p.m.; closed Wednesday, Sundays and Holidays. Impound fees are $35 for the first day and $15 board for each additional day, if the dog has a current license. Current license is required and may be purchased if necessary at the time of redemption. Please call 937 521-2140 for more information.
If you have any question or concerns about a dog, feel free to contact us or one of the below listed county shelters.
Champaign County: 937-484-1613
Greene County: 937-376-3001
Madison County: 614-879-8368
Miami County: 937-335-9955
Montgomery County: 937-310-5361
Want to make a donation to the Clark County Dog Shelter?
Click the button below to make a donation to the Clark County Dog Shelter. Please type 20 into the CCDW Number Dog ID.
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Sandra Click
Dog Warden
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Dog Warden
Physical Address
5201 Urbana Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
Phone: 937-521-2140
Shelter Hours of Operation
Open: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, Noon to 3 p.m.
Closed: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday and Holidays
Dog Wardens AvailableMonday through Saturday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.