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Providence Animal Control Center

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10/31/2026

It’s a spooky stressful 👻 time of year! Halloween 🎃 political adds (everywhere!) the news/rallies/poles and then Election Day itself 🥴 and the results 🥹 No matter what party you’re rooting for, be sure to check out the Feline Party 🗳️ That’s right! Free and fair elections bring free and fair adoptions for cats! All November long, cat adoption fees will be waived. We are really hoping to get our extra extra and long term cats adopted before term limits apply! 😸 Cats belonging to the Feline Party will be campaigning for YOUR adoption - and hopefully lighten the mood 🇺🇸
*all usual adoption processes apply, please check back often to see our adoptable felines!

10/29/2026

It’s worrying to see cats or kittens outside as the seasons change. We receive A LOT of calls about cats who have been fed all summer but now need to be picked up because winter is coming. Unfortunately, shelters are packed with the cats of summer. Please know that cats and kittens begin growing a winter coat in August and are already prepared for the coming cold. Outdoor cats need food, water and shelter to stay dry until we can spay or neuter them or bring them into PAC. The fact is, there are too many animals for the shelter. Is it better to have them stay outside? Some cats would prefer it, as long as they are spayed and neutered. Bringing a cat with a winter coat who prefers the outdoors into the shelter is a risk for stress and sickness. It is critical to know which cats should come to the shelter and ones who can wait and we can help with making that decision! Please see the picture in the post below 👇 and send us a message or email [email protected]
No, it’s not ideal but we can work together to make a difference.

10/28/2026

*** Dog in Stray Zone***
Do you recognize this female black/gray Cairn Terrier mix Log 507 found in the area of Sisson St/ Beetle St (02909) on 10-28-26. No chip

Please call ☎️ 401-243-6040 ☎️
or send us a message

Note: These animals are still in their stray hold (5 Business days note: ** 2 business days for intact cats without identification** ) while we look for the owners. They are not available for adoption at this time. Please no adoption questions as they may be returned to owner or transferred out to other shelters
Please share

10/26/2026

***Dogs in Stray Zone***
Do you recognize these pets?

🐶 Log 499 male brindle French Bulldog found in the area of Viscolosi Park located at 1595 Chalkstone Ave (02909) with log # 500 on 10-23-26. No chip.

🐶 Log 500 male black/brown Rotweler found in the area of Viscolosi Park located at 1595 Chalkstone Ave (02909) with log # 499 on 10-23-26. No chip.

Please call ☎️ 401-243-6040 ☎️
or send us a message

Note: These animals are still in their stray hold (5 Business days note: ** 2 business days for intact cats without identification** ) while we look for the owners. They are not available for adoption at this time. Please no adoption questions as they may be returned to owner or transferred out to other shelters
Please share
Providence, RI - Lost & Found Pets
RI Lost Pets

10/23/2026

🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH NOTICE: RABIES ALERT IN PROVIDENCE 🚨

⚠️ RIDOH reports an increase in rabies cases. A raccoon found in the Hope Street area near Lippitt Memorial Park in Providence tested positive for rabies this week.

🦝 RABIES IS FATAL ONCE SYMPTOMS DEVELOP. Prompt medical assessment and treatment after exposure are critical.

👤 IF A PERSON MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED:
Anyone who had direct contact with the raccoon should immediately contact the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) for an exposure assessment.

📞 Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM: 401-222-2577
📞 After hours: 401-276-8046

🐕 IF YOUR PET MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED:
Contact RIDOH, your local Animal Control Officer, and your veterinarian immediately for guidance.

🛡️ PROTECT YOUR PETS AND YOUR FAMILY
• Keep pets away from wild animals.
• Do not approach, touch, or handle raccoons or other unfamiliar wildlife.
• Make sure your dogs, cats, and ferrets are current on their rabies vaccinations, as required by Rhode Island law.
• Report suspicious or unusually behaving wildlife to Animal Control.

Rabies affects the central nervous system and can be fatal to people and animals. Never wait for symptoms to appear before seeking help after a possible exposure.

📢 Please share this alert to help protect Providence residents and their pets.

— Providence Animal Control

10/23/2026

Resharing for the cats of PVD! Nala is in a foster home ❤️ Please send an email to find your perfect match/set up an appointment [email protected] or [email protected]

10/22/2026

Update transferred to a rescue
*** Dog in Stray Zone***
Do you recognize this male brown/white Chihuahua mix Log 496 found in the area of Curtis Arms Apartments at 80 Curtis St (02909) on 10-22-26 by a good Samaritan and turned over to our facility. No chip

Please call ☎️ 401-243-6040 ☎️
or send us a message

Note: These animals are still in their stray hold (5 Business days note: ** 2 business days for intact cats without identification** ) while we look for the owners. They are not available for adoption at this time. Please no adoption questions as they may be returned to owner or transferred out to other shelters
Please share
Providence, RI - Lost & Found Pets
RI Lost Pets

10/22/2026

***Dogs and Cat in Stray Zone***
Do you recognize these pets?

Update transferred to a rescue 🐶 Log 494 female senior black/tan/white shibu inu mix found in Providence (no further information) by a good Samaritan on 10-21-26 and brought to PARL. The dog is now with us. She is chipped we are posting for owners to know she is safe as we attain information.

🐶 Log 495 female gray/white pbt mix found in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave (02907) by a good Samaritan and turned over to our facility on 10-21-26. No chip.

😸 Log 881 intact male DSH gray tiger found in the area of Lydia St between Candace St and Douglas Ave (02908) on 10-21-26. No chip

Please call ☎️ 401-243-6040 ☎️
or send us a message

Note: These animals are still in their stray hold (5 Business days note: ** 2 business days for intact cats without identification** ) while we look for the owners. They are not available for adoption at this time. Please no adoption questions as they may be returned to owner or transferred out to other shelters
Please share
Providence, RI - Lost & Found Pets
RI Lost Pets

10/21/2026

*** Dog in Stray Zone***
Do you recognize this older female brindle/whte pbt mix Log 492 found in the area of King St/Sheridan St after being seen on Amherst St/Manton Ave (02909) on 10-21-26. She is chipped posting for owners to know she is safe as we attain information.

Please call ☎️ 401-243-6040 ☎️
or send us a message

Note: These animals are still in their stray hold (5 Business days note: ** 2 business days for intact cats without identification** ) while we look for the owners. They are not available for adoption at this time. Please no adoption questions as they may be returned to owner or transferred out to other shelters
Please share
Providence, RI - Lost & Found Pets
RI Lost Pets

10/21/2026

Help!! We are out of j***y canned cat food and Churu 🙀 Both are needed to make friends with shy or scared cats. Please ship or drop off to 200 Terminal Rd in PVD! Thank you 🎃

Address

200 Terminal Road
Providence, RI

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 3pm
Wednesday	11am - 3pm
Thursday	11am - 3pm
Friday	11am - 3pm
Saturday	11am - 3pm

Telephone

+14012436040

Website

https://www.providenceri.gov/animal, https://www.adoptapet.com/pet-search?radius=50&postalCode=02905&awos%5B0%5D=279418&

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