Published on June 26, 2026
Interviews available with Development Services Director Brock Rowe at 11:30 a.m. June 26 on the east side of City Hall
The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter has temporarily stopped taking in animals through Tuesday so staff can check in and care for more than 350 animals recovered late last night from a home in southeast Oklahoma City.
The animals include domestic and exotic birds, dogs, cats, reptiles and a horse.
“This situation is heartbreaking,” Animal Shelter Superintendent Johny Sandoval said. “This might be the largest animal seizure in Oklahoma City history. The shelter is desperate to find loving homes for our dog and cat population so we can make room and care for all the new animals we took in last night.”
Animal Welfare staff are reaching out to rescue partners to help ease capacity concerns and receive all the assistance we can get.
Through July 3, adopters can choose their own dog adoption fee as the shelter responds to a growing number of medium- and large-breed dogs entering its care.
All adopted dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, dewormed, and current on age-appropriate vaccinations.
The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter is located at 2811 SE 29th St. and is open for adoptions Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Pets in foster care are also available for adoption outside regular hours. To view adoptable animals and learn more about how to get involved, visit okc.gov/animalwelfare.
OKC Animal Welfare provides care and shelter for homeless pets in Oklahoma City while working to reunite lost pets with their owners, promote responsible pet ownership and increase lifesaving outcomes through adoption and community partnerships.
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