Hamilton County Animal Control
Last Updated: August 2026
Hamilton County Animal Control handles animal-related complaints, stray domestic animals, animal-law enforcement and certain animal welfare concerns throughout Hamilton County.
The Humane Society for Hamilton County provides shelter and housing for animals brought in through Animal Control.
Quick Answer
For animal control assistance, contact the appropriate local law-enforcement agency for your city or area.
Hamilton County Animal Control
18100 Cumberland Road
Noblesville, IN 46060
Hamilton County: 317-776-4110
Non-Emergency: 317-773-1282
Hamilton County Animal Control
For a dangerous animal or an immediate threat to people, call 911.
Who to Call for Animal Control
Hamilton County lists different animal-control contacts depending on where you live:
- Atlanta: 317-773-1282
- Arcadia: 317-984-5662
- Carmel: 317-571-2580
- Cicero: 317-984-3648
- Fishers: 317-773-1282
- Noblesville: 317-773-1300
- Sheridan: 317-758-2500
- Westfield: 317-773-1300
- Unincorporated Hamilton County: 317-776-4110
Check the county’s Animal Control Municipal Contacts for current contact information.
Found a Stray Animal?
Hamilton County advises residents to contact their local law-enforcement agency about pickup of domestic stray animals.
If the animal isn’t dangerous, the county recommends safely confining it, such as in a fenced yard, while waiting for instructions.
The Humane Society for Hamilton County does not pick up stray animals. It provides shelter for animals brought in through Animal Control and also handles lost-and-found pet reports.
Lost Pets
If your pet is missing, contact the Humane Society for Hamilton County and check its current lost-and-found listings.
Humane Society for Hamilton County
10501 Hague Road
Fishers, IN 46038
Phone: 317-773-4974
→ View Hamilton County Animal Shelter Information
Report Animal Abuse or Neglect
Suspected animal abuse or neglect should be reported to the local law-enforcement agency where the incident is occurring.
The Humane Society for Hamilton County can also provide guidance if you have questions about a suspected cruelty or neglect situation.
Report Animal Abuse in Hamilton County
What About Wildlife?
Hamilton County Animal Control generally does not handle routine wildlife removal.
Exceptions may be made when wildlife presents an immediate threat to people or in certain situations involving sick or injured wildlife.
For animals such as raccoons or opossums in an attic or crawl space, the county advises residents to contact a wildlife-control or pest-control professional.
→ View Wildlife Removal Information
Hamilton County Animal Laws
Hamilton County has local regulations covering issues such as:
- Animal care and neglect
- Rabies vaccination
- Stray animals
- Tethering
- Animal waste
- Kennels and catteries
- Breeding
- Dangerous animals
Cities and towns within Hamilton County may also have their own animal ordinances.
View Hamilton County Animal Laws
Local Tips
- Call your local police or Animal Control for stray-animal pickup.
- Don’t approach an aggressive or obviously sick animal.
- Contact the Humane Society if you’ve lost or found a pet.
- Report suspected cruelty or neglect to local law enforcement.
- Routine wildlife removal usually requires a wildlife-control professional.
- Check your city’s ordinances because rules can vary within Hamilton County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles Animal Control in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County Animal Control operates through the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, with local law-enforcement agencies handling calls within their jurisdictions.
Will the Humane Society pick up a stray animal?
No. The Humane Society for Hamilton County says to contact Animal Control through your local police department for stray pickup.
Where are stray animals taken?
The Humane Society for Hamilton County provides animal housing for Hamilton County Animal Control.
Who do I call about an aggressive animal?
Contact local law enforcement or Animal Control. Call 911 if there is an immediate danger to people.
Does Animal Control remove wildlife?
Generally not for routine wildlife problems. Limited exceptions apply for wildlife posing an imminent threat or certain sick or injured animals.
Related Pages
→ Animal Shelter
→ Wildlife Removal
→ Pet Licensing
Official Resources
Hamilton County Animal Control
County animal-control information, stray-animal guidance and local contacts.
Hamilton County Animal Control
Hamilton County Municipal Animal Control Contacts
Animal-control phone numbers and ordinances for Hamilton County communities.
Animal Control Municipal Contacts
Humane Society for Hamilton County
Shelter, lost-and-found pet and animal welfare services.
Humane Society for Hamilton County
Summary
Hamilton County Animal Control handles animal-related enforcement and works with local law enforcement throughout the county. For a stray domestic animal, contact the appropriate police or Animal Control number for your community.
Animals taken into custody are housed through the Humane Society for Hamilton County. For a missing pet, see Lost & Found Pets.