Franklin County Animal Control - Illinois

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Franklin County Animal Control - Illinois Serving the Citizens and Communities of Franklin County, Illinois.

10/18/2026

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 34 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...From 1 AM CDT /2 AM ...

10/17/2026

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...From 9 PM CDT /10 PM ...

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**This guy was picked up on Orient Blacktop. No ID or chip. If you know who or where he belongs plea...
10/16/2026

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**

This guy was picked up on Orient Blacktop. No ID or chip. If you know who or where he belongs please call us at 618-439-9197.

This gentleman has been hanging out over the weekend on Summers Rd. No ID or microchip. If you know where he lives pleas...
10/14/2026

This gentleman has been hanging out over the weekend on Summers Rd. No ID or microchip. If you know where he lives please reach out to us at 618-439-9197.

10/12/2026

Franklin County Animal Control will be closed today, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day.

In the event of an emergency, please contact the Franklin County Office of Emergency Management and Communications at 618-439-4362

We will reopen tomorrow with normal business hours, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM.

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**Is this your dog? He was found along IL-148 near SesserIf you recognize him call us at (618)439-91...
10/11/2026

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**

Is this your dog? He was found along IL-148 near Sesser

If you recognize him call us at (618)439-9197

10/10/2026

Traffic Alert - Sesser Area State Highways  Today is Sesser Oktoberfest from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. From 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, IL 154 (Franklin Ave.) will be closed from Cockrum Street to Park ...

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**Does anyone recognize this dog? She was found running on State Hwy 149 just outside West Frankfort...
10/09/2026

**RECLAIMED BY OWNER**

Does anyone recognize this dog? She was found running on State Hwy 149 just outside West Frankfort. If you recognize her or she belongs to you please call (618)439-9197.

10/08/2026

🐾 WE’RE HIRING! 🐾

Franklin County Animal Control is looking for a dependable, compassionate individual to join our team as a Part-Time Animal Control Officer!

💰 Starting Pay: $16.00/hour

📅 Schedule Includes:

* Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, plus emergency after-hours calls
* Saturday & Sunday: Cleaning and animal care
* Emergency after-hours calls
* On-call availability

🐶 We’re looking for someone who is dependable, comfortable handling animals, willing to work weekends, and passionate about serving our community!

This position involves more than just caring for animals. We’re looking for someone who is willing to work hard, respond when needed, and make a difference in the lives of animals and the people in our community.

🐾 Interested in joining our team?

Stop by Franklin County Animal Control during regular business hours, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, to fill out an application!

Please share to help us find the right person for our team! 🐾

**GOING TO RESCUE**John Snow is looking for his forever home 🐾❤️With any questions regarding him, please contact us at 6...
10/06/2026

**GOING TO RESCUE**

John Snow is looking for his forever home 🐾❤️

With any questions regarding him, please contact us at 618-439-9197

Address

13163 Oddfellow Lane
Benton, IL
62812

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

+16184399197

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