Louisville Metro Animal Services

Mission Statement

Mission
Metro Animal Services is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of all humans and animals as they relate to each other in our community. With the utmost courtesy and professionalism we: investigate all suspected situations of animal cruelty and/or neglect, enforce all aspects of the ordinance that governs animal behavior, ownership and responsibilities and maintain accurate license information on all individual animals and businesses. Educate the community regarding responsible pet care through programs and services that teach pet owners how and why it is important to be part of the responsible pet owning community. Bestow professional care and medical attention to all animals impounded or received by our department. Create innovative and proactive programs that will eliminate the largest cause of cruelty, pet overpopulation and fulfill the need of spay/neuter services for financially challenged individuals. Adopt as many adoptable animals as responsibly possible or favor their return to their family. Ensure healthy departmental management and generate revenues to be financially self-sufficient. Being the Animal Care authority and becoming the leader in creating a responsible pet owning community.