Because of staffing capacity issues, the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter will temporarily close Sundays and Mondays until recently hired employees can complete onboarding.
This change takes effect Sunday, Aug. 13.
The Shelter’s Tuesday-Saturday hours will remain the same, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. for animal intake and noon-5 p.m. for adoptions and reclaims.
“Our staff has been incredible, especially during these taxing months with the flu outbreak,” OKC Animal Welfare Superintendent Jon Gary said. “The decision to temporarily change our hours ensures the animals and staff are cared for.”
Last week, the City extended 11 job offers and placed 19 people on a hiring list for Animal Welfare Officer I at its hiring event. People can still apply for other roles at the Shelter by visiting okc.gov/careers.
Staff will re-evaluate opening back to seven days a week as staffing levels stabilize.
There are 161 animals currently available for adoption. Learn more about the services Animal Welfare provides and view adoptable animals at okc.gov/animalwelfare.
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Media Contact: Jon Gary, (405) 297-3116, jonathan.gary@okc.gov